San Francisco Visitors Planning Guide - 2017
Marina/ Pacific Heights
2017-01-09 13:55:47
Palace of Fine Arts
Along the city’s northern shore lies the Marina District, an area that’s continually evolved throughout its history — from ocean dunes to exposition grounds to fishing haven to quaint residential area — and has been shaped by each of its former selves.
HOW TO GET HERE The 22, 30, 41 and 45 buses will help you get here and get around without having to worry about parking.
WHAT TO SEE & DO Enjoy a sunny afternoon stroll around the iconic Palace of Fine Arts or go inside for the Innovation Hangar (iHangar) featuring exhibits, events and open workspaces. Marina Green, edged by bobbing boats and serenaded by foghorns, is picturesque. Fort Mason Center, a converted military base, is home base for arts organizations and a regular food truck rally. For some of the city’s best views, climb up to Pacific Heights, which rests atop a ridge to the south of the Marina. Adjacent to the Marina and Pacific Heights lies Cow Hollow, which features local boutiques, spas and restaurants along Union Street.
WHERE TO EAT Try the superb vegetarian restaurant Greens or the popular Friday night Off the Grid at Fort Mason Center. On Chestnut Street, you’ll find everything from gourmet adventures to great burgers. Perry’s on Union Street has been pleasing palates for more than four decades.
MUST SEES
MARINA GREEN sfrecparks.org
GREENS RESTAURANT greensrestaurant.com
OFF THE GRID offthegridsf.com
PERRY’S perryssf.com
FORT MASON CENTER FOR ARTS & CULTURE fortmason.org
PALACE OF FINE ARTS palaceoffinearts.org
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