San Francisco (UpCLOSE S.)

by EugeneFodor (Editor)

• Used

  Paperback
  1998

  $6.53

  THE GUIDE THAT GETS YOU TO THE heart &; soul OF SAN FRANCISCO
  upCLOSE San Francisco is smart, fun, and informative. It gives
  you quirky never-obvious facts about major sights, as well as the lowdown
  on the minor ones. It's in-the-know about what's going on. It reveals
  the essence of the City by the Bay and helps you get the most San
  Francisco for your travel dollar. In short, it's the best of all
  possible travel companions.
  All the places to go, including Bay Area side trips
  Mission murals, Haight Street history, and the SoMa scene
  Hidden parks and stairways and the best views of the Bay
  Shopping secrets: hard-to-find vinyl, vintage dresses, and out-of-print books
  Wine-tasting, skiing, and surfing--from Sonoma to Santa Cruz
  Tell-all reviews of small hotels and cozy B&; Bs
  Where to stay that's charming (and doesn't cost an arm and a leg)
  Hostels for all ages, with views of the Bay and the Golden Gate Bridge
  B&; Bs in Victorian Painted Ladies, with parlors for afternoon tea
  Hotels with a mood in the Haight, the Castro, the Mission, and beyond
  The buzz on restaurants, nightlife, cafe s, and music
  Where to sample fine California cuisine without breaking the bank
  Best barbecue joints, cheap taqueri as, and Chinese noodle shops
  Java joints with readings and music, plus the scoop on cybercafe s
  Hippest places to meet for a drink or listen to live jazz
  Practical info, great maps
  Airfare deals and how to get around
  Tips on traveling smart and losing the crowds
  Clear, easy-to-read maps