San Francisco

Holidays to San Francisco will be greatly enjoyed by kids and adults alike. The charming city is home to a diverse array of family-friendly entertainment including Golden Gate Park, San Francisco Zoo and Alcatraz Island. Shopaholics will love to holiday in San Francisco as there are plenty of opportunities to visit various shopping areas including the Ghirardelli Square. The city is a major financial and banking hub  and has a Mediterranean climate with cool summers and wet winters. Since cool currents blow in from the Pacific Ocean on all the 3 sides, the pleasant San Francisco climate makes it a year round holiday destination. The California Gold Rush transformed San Francisco from a small town to a developing city. The unique attractions of this thriving city include the Golden Gate Bridge, Union Square, Fisherman’s Wharf area, Alcatraz Island and the largest Chinatown area in the United States. A number of attractions are designed to cater to children too where they can let their imagination run wild. The most prominent iconic landmark of San Francisco is the Golden Gate Bridge easily recognised by its international orange colour. The suspension bridge spans the Golden Gate which is the opening of the San Francisco Bay into the Pacific Ocean. Heading towards the Marin headlands, the Golden Gate Bridge was constructed in 1937 and is a must-see for visitors enjoying a San Francisco holiday. Guided tours are available where you will learn about the history of the bridge and you will get explore the surrounding areas. The San Francisco-Bay Bridge is the world’s longest high-level bridge at 8.4 miles and is another prominent landmark here. Fisherman’s Wharf in San Francisco is a popular tourist attraction and is the location for the Pier 39, Ripley’s Believe it or not Museum, San Francisco Maritime National historical Park, Ghirardelli Square, Forbes Island and the Wax Museum. The area plays host to many popular events such as a spectacular fireworks display for 4th of July. Fisherman’s Wharf is also home to world class shopping, dining, San Francisco hotels and San Francisco resorts. It is world renowned for its fantastic variety of seafood. Fisherman’s Wharf is center of the city’s historic fishing fleet where you can still see fishermen at work which is always a unique San Francisco experience.

About San Francisco

The Aquarium of the Bay and other attractions here make it a favourite place for kids to visit. The 4 star Hilton Fisherman’s Wharf is an ideal place to stay and explore the place. The World famous Ghirardelli Square is located here and provides ample opportunities for fun and shopping. One of the most eagerly sought after adventure for any visitor to San Francisco is a ride on the legendary cable cars which have been designated as “National landmarks”. Cable cars have been traditional modes of transport for the residents and provide a scenic ride down the Fisherman’s Wharf. Alcatraz Island which forms part of the Golden Gate National Recreational Area is home to some of the most notorious criminals of America. The legendary prison is also home to rare plants and flowers, sea birds and marine wildlife. You can take a cruise boat to Alcatraz Island and get a glimpse into the history of the prison. San Francisco holidays will be greatly enjoyed by history enthusiasts as San Francisco is steeped in culture and history. Union Square is a 2.6 acres plaza and is one of San Francisco’s main cultural and retail centers. Set aside as a park and bordered by Powell, Post, Geary and Stockton Streets, Union Square is filled with art galleries, theatres, boutiques, stores and restaurants. The 4 star Grand Hyatt Union Square is a fancy place to stay and explore San Francisco. With its spectacular views from the top of steep hills, rows of eclectic mixes of Victorian and modern homes and historic neighbourhoods brimming with quant Italian restaurants, holidays in San Francisco will make you realise that the city has a unique charm unlike any other. The colourful Chinatown in San Francisco is one of the top tourist attracts here. A host of attractions and events await the visitors when they visit Chinatown. When you holiday in San Francisco, you will not only learn about the history of San Francisco, but will gain an insight into other cultures as well.  Ocean Beach in San Francisco is the longest and widest expanse of sand extending from Cliffhouse to Fort Funston along the expansive Pacific Ocean. Ocean Beach is great for seaside drives, sunset walks and brisk walks. There are number of museums and theme parks to enthrall kids and adults alike. Some of the popular attractions are Bay Area Discovery Museum, Pixieland Amusement Park, Exploratorium, San Francisco Zoo, Berkley Art Museum, Children’s Fairyland, Jack London Square, Hakone Japanese Gardens and so much more. The Golden Gate National Recreational Area is one of the largest urban parks in the US and includes beaches and parks. The Golden Gate Park is the most popular and is rich in natural and cultural attractions. The Coit Towers and Twin Peaks are other attractions worth visiting. An all inclusive package holiday to San Francisco will save you a great deal on hotel, airfare and tickets. The 5 star Fairmont San Francisco and Ritz Carlton San Francisco are popular high end hotels while San Francisco has many hotels which offer great San Francisco deals at attractive rates. You can also avail of San Francisco late deals available on leading travel websites so that you can enjoy cheap holidays to San Francisco. The Handlery Union Square hotel is a 3 star San Francisco hotel that is reasonable. Cheap San Francisco holidays are possible when you tailor your trip to include the attractions you desire. A number of budget friendly hotels in San Francisco are reasonable and well kept with friendly service. British holidaymakers will simply love the flavour and feel of this vibrant yet fascinating city. For an unforgettable holiday, San Francisco is definitely a place to consider.