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During your San Francisco vacation, don't miss these great establishments and attractions:
California Palace of the Legion of Honor
Designed as a memorial to California's World War I casualties, this neoclassical structure is an exact replica of the Legion of Honor Palace in Paris, right down to the inscription HONNEUR ET PATRIE above the portal.The Legion of Honor reopened in late 1995, after a 2-year, $35-million renovation and seismic upgrading. The exterior's grassy expanses, cliff-side paths, and incredible view of the Golden Gate and downtown make this an absolute must-visit attraction before you even get in the door. The inside is equally impressive. The museum's permanent collection covers 4,000 years of art and includes paintings, sculpture, and decorative arts from Europe, as well as international tapestries, prints, and drawings. The chronological display of 4,000 years of ancient and European art includes one of the world's finest collections of Rodin's sculptures. The sunlight Legion Café offers indoor and outdoor seating at moderate prices. Plan to spend 2 or 3 hours here.
Ghiradelli Square
This National Historic Landmark property dates from 1864, when it served as a factory making Civil War uniforms, but it's best known as the former chocolate and spice factory of Domingo Ghirardelli (pronounced "Gear-a-deli"), who purchased it in 1984. The factory has since been converted into a three-level mall containing 50-plus stores and 11 dining establishments. Scheduled street performers entertain regularly in the West Plaza and fountain area. Incidentally, the Ghirardelli Chocolate Company still makes chocolate, but its factory is in a lower-rent district in the East Bay. Still, if you have a sweet tooth, you won't be disappointed at the mall's fantastic old-fashioned soda fountain.
Wells Fargo History Museum
Wells Fargo, one of California's largest banks, got its start in the Wild West. Its history museum, at the bank's head office, houses hundreds of genuine relics from the company's whip-and-six-shooter days, including pistols, photographs, early banking articles, posters, a stagecoach, and mining equipment.
Howard Johnson Express Inn - San Francisco
The Howard Johnson Express Inn - San Francisco is located in the Civic Center area. Come and relax in our clean and comfortable guest rooms. The Howard Johnson Express Inn - San Francisco - Downtown is located minutes away from many famous attractions including the Golden Gate Bridge, Chinatown, Japantown, Lombard's Crooked Street, Fisherman's Wharf and Cable Cars. The Howard Johnson Express Inn is within walking distance to Moscone Convention Center, Brooks Hall, Opera House, Symphony Hall, ...
Castle Inn
From major attractions to fine dining, world-class shops to coffee shops, at Castle Inn you are at the center of it all! In a cheerful and safe location, we are within walking distance to Fisherman's Wharf, Chinatown, Crookedest Street, North Beach, Cable Cars, and many local shops and excellent restaurant. Also, with public transportation close by, you have easy access to other area attractions such as Union Square, Golden Gate Park, Pac Bell Park, Palace of Fine Arts, and more. Our location ...
Super 8 Motel San Francisco Fishermans Wharf AREA
Fisherman's Wharf, Chinatown, Golden Gate Bridge, financial district nearby. AAA approved. Microwaves/Refrigerators, complimentary SuperStart breakfast, high speed wireless internet. Free Limited Parking (On A First Come First Serve Basis). Jacuzzi rooms available. Golf Courses, museums, theatres nearby. Many restaurants within walking ...
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