San Francisco Tourist Traps and What to Do Instead
The San Francisco experiences that often disappoint, from cable car lines to summer fog, and simple ways to get more out of each one.
Russian Hill
San Francisco Cable Cars: Routes, Fares and Riding Tips
The three San Francisco cable car lines, what a ride costs, where to board without a long wait and how to pay ahead.
Lombard Street Guide: Visiting the Crooked Street
How to see the crooked block of Lombard Street, whether to drive or walk it, the best photo spots and what to pair it with nearby.
Fisherman’s Wharf Guide: What’s Worth Seeing and What to Skip
A practical guide to Fisherman’s Wharf, from the historic ships and Musée Mécanique to clam chowder, the sea lions and where to escape the crowds.