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10 Must See Places in San Francisco

An ode to the greatest city in the world.

Anusha Mohan

Sep 25, 2016

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Having lived in the bay area all my life, I know the ins and outs of San Francisco. I’ve spent countless weekends just exploring the city with friends and family, and giving visiting relatives an informal tour of The Golden City. Due to this, I know the best bench to have a deep talk to where you can get the tastiest panini.

San Francisco has millions of places to see, and the list is never ending. However, here are my top 10 favorite San Francisco destinations!

1. Pier 39

A part of Fishermen’s Wharf, Pier 39 is home to a bustling seaside marketplace, making it one of the most popular San Francisco spots. In addition, Pier 39 has plenty of wildlife, including the very entertaining sea lions.

2. Japanese Tea Garden

Located inside Golden Gate Park, this beautifully scenic garden is the oldest Japanese garden in the United States. With it’s naturalistic vibe and authentic Japanese architecture, this is a spot you CANNOT miss.

3. Twin Peaks

These two hills are at an elevation of about 925 feet above ground, giving you a bird's eye view of the entire city!

4. Lombard Street

One of the most iconic places in San Francisco, this street is known for it’s steep crookedness and many turns. This is a popular site for taking pictures, because of it’s unique perspective of San Francisco.

5. Ghirardelli Chocolate Factory

Visiting this place is a must, especially for any ice cream and chocolate lovers! When you go inside the restaurant, you can even see the process of how they mix their world famous chocolate!

6. Union Square

Union Square is the perfect place for you to indulge your inner-shopaholic. It’s a extremely lively place that’s bustling with people, musicians, and a multitude of shops! Bring your credit card, and shop till you drop!

7. Chinatown

San Francisco is the home to the largest Chinatown outside of Asia. Full of Chinese history and culture, Chinatown is the perfect place to go souvenir shopping, eat, and learn more about Chinese American history in California.

8. Palace of Fine Arts

This is honestly one of the most beautiful monuments I have ever seen. A popular prom and wedding photo destination, the Palace of Fine Arts is a absolutely breathtaking site.

9. North Beach

North Beach is San Francisco’s “Little Italy”. It’s a neighborhood that has a very authentic, romantic vibe to it. It has many small streetside shops and restaurants, making it a perfect date destination.

10. The Golden Gate Bridge

Look at this picture. Enough said.

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10 Must See Places in San Francisco

An ode to the greatest city in the world.

1. Pier 39

2. Japanese Tea Garden

3. Twin Peaks

4. Lombard Street

5. Ghirardelli Chocolate Factory

6. Union Square

7. Chinatown

8. Palace of Fine Arts

9. North Beach

10. The Golden Gate Bridge

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And in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make

The sun is up, the sky is blue, it's beautiful and so are you

Love is old, love is new, love is all, love is you

There's nowhere you can be that isn't where you're meant to be

Life is very short, and there's no time for fussing and fighting, my friend

He say, "I know you, you know me", One thing I can tell you is you got to be free

Oh please, say to me, You'll let me be your man. And please say to me, You'll let me hold your hand

It was twenty years ago today, Sgt. Pepper taught the band to play. They've been going in and out of style, but they're guaranteed to raise a smile

Living is easy with eyes closed, misunderstanding all you see

Can you hear me? When it rains and shine, it's just a state of mind

Little darling, it's been long cold lonely winter. Little darling, it feels like years since it' s been here. Here comes the sun, Here comes the sun, and I say it's alright

We danced through the night and we held each other tight, and before too long I fell in love with her. Now, I'll never dance with another when I saw her standing there

I love you, I love you, I love you, that's all I want to say

You say you want a revolution. Well you know, we all want to change the world

All the lonely people, where do they all come from. All the lonely people, where do they all belong

Oh, I get by with a little help from my friends

Hey Jude, don't make it bad. Take a sad song and make it better

Yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away. Now it looks as though they're here to stay. Oh, I believe in yesterday

And when the brokenhearted people, living in the world agree, there will be an answer, let it be.

And anytime you feel the pain, Hey Jude, refrain. Don't carry the world upon your shoulders

I'll give you all I got to give if you say you'll love me too. I may not have a lot to give but what I got I'll give to you. I don't care too much for money. Money can't buy me love

All you need is love, love is all you need

Whisper words of wisdom, let it be

Blackbird singing in the dead of night, Take these broken wings and learn to fly. All your life, You were only waiting for this moment to arise

Though I know I'll never lose affection, for people and things that went before. I know I'll often stop and think about them. In my life, I love you more

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10. How to work for what I want.

11. How to be great at giving directions.

12. How to be humble.

13. To be well-rounded.

14. How to be great at conflict resolution.

15. The beauty of getting outside and exploring.

16. To be prepared for anything.

17. That you don't always have to do it alone.

18. How to be creative.

19. To brush off gossip.

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