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The Best Free Things To Do In San Francisco, California
Anyone who has followed my articles knows I enjoy visiting places that offer good value for the money. Nothing is further from the truth when it comes to traveling with the family. Don’t get me wrong, I don’t mind spending money in order to enjoy my time with family while on vacation.
San Francisco California
But I also believe that some of the best times in a vacation spot can be enjoyed for free. With a little research, you’ll be surprised at what you can do and see absolutely free. The same applies to cities such as San Francisco. Below is a list of my five favorite things to see and do while visiting San Francisco.
Golden Gate Bridge
This iconic San Francisco landmark is among the most visited spots by tourists. One of the main reasons for its popularity is the fact that it represents the city in spirit, movies, and numerous disasters that it has become part of.
While driving is the easiest way to cross the bridge, I recommend taking a walking tour. A number of guided walking tours are offered that provide interesting facts about the bridge.
Golden Gate Park
This San Francisco park is much larger than New York’s Central Park and, in my opinion, every bit as impressive. The park offers visitors an endless variety of things to see and do. So prepare to spend a lot of time at the park to take it all in.
More than 13 million visitors come to visit the 1,017-acre park each year. Some of the outstanding attractions not to be missed include the Japanese Tea Garden, Botanical Garden, the de Young Museum, the California Academy of Sciences, Herschell-Spillman Carousel, and the Dutch Windmill.
Cable Car Museum
Children of all ages will certainly find this museum fascinating, particularly those of us who grew up with these famous cable cars. This unique museum certainly provides visitors with a good amount of education and enjoyment.
Family members will be intrigued to learn all about these cable cars, which have become a trademark of San Francisco’s transportation system. This museum should be on your list of things to see.
San Francisco Fire Department Museum
There isn’t one person that I can think of who, at one time during their lifetime, didn’t think of becoming a firefighter. If you are one such person or have children that always wanted to imagine what it would be like to be a fireman, then this museum is for you.
Besides providing visitors with a significant collection of historical records and artifacts, the museum also hosts periodic recreational and educational events.
San Francisco, California Travel and Tour Packages
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