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SAN FRANCISCO OFFERS PLENTY OF ATTRACTIONS AND ENTERTAINMENT TO KEEP YOUR CLIENTS BUSY DURING THEIR STAY, BUT TRIPS BEYOND THE CITY INCLUDE MANY MORE WORLD-CLASS DESTINATIONS WITHIN A RELATIVELY SHORT DRIVE. NORTH SAUSALITO/MARIN On the north side of the Golden Gate Bridge, Marin County’s parks and trails offer stunning views of the bridge and city skyline. There’s more natural beauty in Muir Woods (make parking and shuttle reservations up to 90 days in advance by phone or at gomuirwoods.com) and the Point Reyes National Seashore. Communities like Sausalito and Tiburon offer charming Main Streets with fine dining, shopping and waterfront views. SONOMA COUNTY Nearby Sonoma County represents some of the best of Northern California — premium wine, farm-to-table dining, organic farms and orchards, breweries and distilleries, and artisan cheese producers (be sure to check out the California Cheese Trail) — all surrounded by incredible natural beauty that stretches from the rocky coast of Bodega Bay to the Redwood forests of Guerneville and rolling hills of wine country. NAPA VALLEY One of the world’s most celebrated wine regions, Napa Valley boasts more than 400 wineries. Travelers will discover exquisite wine tasting opportunities, unforgettable farm-to-table cuisine and some of the world’s best chefs — all just a short drive north of the city. The area’s picturesque scenery is also perfect for a hike, bike tour, hot air balloon ride or golf. SHASTA CASCADE Nature lovers will enjoy the many opportunities for outdoor adventures in the Shasta Cascade. Experience camping, hiking, skiing, fishing, rafting, snowboarding and mountaineering — all within the beautiful landscape of Lake Shasta and the towering 14,000-foot-tall (4,264 meters) Mt. Shasta. EAST EAST BAY Just a short drive or quick BART ride east of San Francisco is a region full of booming culture and trendsetting restaurants. Notable locales in the East Bay include Oakland, with its creative community and dining scene; Berkeley, the destination that invented farm-to-table cuisine and home to one of the world’s leading universities; and the Tri-Valley, which features a small but thriving wine region and popular Tri-Valley Ice Cream Trail. SACRAMENTO In California’s rapidly growing state capital, visit Downtown Commons (DOCO), a popular shopping and entertainment area that includes Golden 1 Center, home to the NBA’s Sacramento Kings. Parts of the city still have an Old West ambiance, and Old Sacramento offers restored 19th century saloons and shops. En route via I-80, Yolo County offers verdant farmlands, bike trails, historic towns and cultural activities, many of them centered at the University of California-Davis. GOLD COUNTRY California’s Gold Country, which includes Tuolumne County, is one of the most direct routes to Yosemite National Park and the spectacular High Sierra. Jamestown, Sonora, Columbia and other historic towns are the perfect complement to days of hiking, biking, water sports and much more. LAKE TAHOE The largest alpine lake in North America, Lake Tahoe is famous for its crystal clear waters and snowcapped mountains. Sitting on the border of California and Nevada, the area offers a wide variety of outdoor activities for every season. It’s also home to a number of top casinos on its Nevada side. YOSEMITE Outdoor lovers around the world know Yosemite, and its iconic natural landmarks are accessible from San Francisco. In just a three-hour drive, visitors can enjoy hiking, rock climbing, mountain biking, skiing and rafting, as well as famous sights like Yosemite Falls and the granite cliffs known as El Capitan. They’ll also discover a variety of accommodations, ranging from campsites to a historic AAA four-diamond hotel. SOUTH BEACH COMMUNITIES Experience a stunning scenic drive down Highway 1 (Pacific Coast Highway) to the string of beach communities south of the city. Visitors can watch surfers conquer the legendary swells at Half Moon Bay or ride the wooden rollercoaster on the historic Santa Cruz Boardwalk. Each beach town offers unique attractions, as well as a charming mix of surf shops, fishing stands and restaurants with a view. MONTEREY COUNTY One of California’s most beautiful areas, Monterey County offers a variety of activities: the scenic 17-Mile Drive, rounds of golf at internationally famous courses like Pebble Beach and Spyglass Hill, world-class dining, a renowned aquarium and wine country. SILICON VALLEY The world’s most famous region for high-tech entrepreneurship is just a short trip south from San Francisco. In San Jose, travelers will find fun museums, unique dining, historic sites and natural beauty. Nearby Santa Clara features Levi’s® Stadium (home of the San Francisco 49ers) and thrilling rollercoasters at California’s Great America amusement park. OUR WEBSITE IS AVAILABLE IN A VARIETY OF LANGUAGES Including German, Portuguese, Spanish, French, Italian, Japanese, Korean and Chinese (traditional and simplified). Visit sftravel.com and click on the drop down menu to find international content.
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