San Francisco, California

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San Francisco

I love the year round cool weather and the wonderful neighborhoods of San Francisco. If you’re looking for a great empty nest couples trip this is the place to go.

Stay

Hotel Triton - a 100 year old boutique hotel that is right across from the Dragons Gate, the historic entrance to China town. They have a bright outdoor patio, an art filled lobby and are directly across the street for the main entrance to China Town.

Sir Francis Drake Hotel - a Kimpton boutique hotel in Union Square. it is surrounded by shops, galleries, theaters and trolleys. The hotel has a hosted wine hour, loaner bikes and in room spa services. The Starlight Room is worth a visit even if you don'y stay here. 

Eat

Brunch was created in San Francisco. Check out the Sunday Drag Brunch  or the southern faire at Farmer Brown on Saturday or Sunday or the very popular

Foreign Cinema - a must for an absolutely perfect romantic night out

Ramen Underground - popular lunch spot but great for an early dinner, be prepared to wait in line, so worth the wait!

Dirty Habit - rooftop, small plates and great drinks

Francis - A daily changing menu of locally farmed and produced faire in a comfortable local setting

Gaspar - New French with a great happy hour

Play

Bluxome Street Winery - Urban winery tastings, reservations a must on weekends, check hours for weekday afternoon tastings

Tonga Room and Hurricane Bar - this Fairmont hotel tiki bar is a great spot to get a drink from 5-8pm

Magic Bus Tour - Time travel back to the 60's on a fun bus tour of the city, including Haight Ashbury.

Botanical Garden - 55 acres and 8,500 varieties of plants right inside the city

Fishermen's Wharf - shopping, restaurants, Aquarium of the Bay  Note: We suggest you go on a weekday if possible, it can be quite crowded

Cartoon Museum - endowed by Charles Schulz and definitely worth a visit

de Young Museum - a state of the art museum in Golden Gate Park

Annual Events

Jan

Zap Wine Festival

Feb

Annual Crab Feed

June

San Francisco Wine Festival

Oct

Fleet Week

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