Tell me About San Francisco!

I'm going to be going there soon and am wondering what some cool and fun stuff to do there is? Has anyone else here been there? How did you like it?

I went there once. We went to Alcatraz. It Is very cool if you are in to old prisons.

It smells like pee. Don't go to the tenderloin. The Haight/Ashbury area is pretty cool if you're into hippie stuff. Market are is kinda neat - just try to avoid the crackheads and hookers. Sunset is pretty if you wanna live there. If you cross the golden gate bridge, take the first exit (alexander I think) and make your first left, you can explore tons of abandoned army bunkers that overlook the entire bay. Berkeley is close, if you like punk rock check out the Gilman. There are lots of shows at the filmore and slims. There is a special type of lice that is only found in golden gate park.

Yeah I used to live around there, are you staying with friends who know the area or going straight tourist style?

If you're going as a tourist, I recommend Angel Island. To be honest I don't even think they allow you inside alcatraz anymore but I guess it's worth a shot. Angel island is nice though, it's got a lot of history but it's also got a terrific view of the entire bay area on top of the peak so it's definitely work checking out for the photo opportunities.

Since I'm assuming you're definitely going to the Wharf (in order to get to Alcatraz or Angel Island) be sure to check out Pier 49. It's got a lot of cool street performers and stuff. Near there, you've got Ghirardelli square for some clam chowder and chocolate and stuff. Umm... I've only been to Castro once but they have some excellent food, Haight n Ashbury is alright, China Town mostly blows now. There's some cool museums and a science center there so I definitely recommend looking up exhibits that coincide with your trip.

If you're going to San Francisco, be sure to wear some flowers in your hair. C:

Go see the Mythbusters.

the science museum is amazing, and the botanical gardens. The beach was my favorite, especially the ravens on the beach that begged for my food.