Tag: San Francisco Sightseeing in San Francisco

A former Federal Penitentiary, Alcatraz Island has been open to visitors since it was eventually shut down. Now a public museum, visitors can tour the island and prison. Guided tours include the cells of famous inmates like Al Capone, George “Machine Gun” Kelly and the Birdman of Alcatraz, the dining hall & Kitchen, the warden’s office and more. This popular Read more...

Pier 39 is a favorite among visitors to San Francisco. The pier has restaurants, shops and other interesting stores with a San Francisco Flair. A great family attraction, the pier also features a carousel, a great view of sea lions basking in the sun and tons of unique street performers. There are also great views of Alcatraz, Angel Island, The Read more...

Located in the Marina Neighborhood of San Francisco, The Palace of Fine Arts is a popular tourist attraction as well as a venue for weddings and special events. Originally built for the Panama-Pacific Exposition in 1915, the structure was rebuilt in 1965. Read more...