The Unofficial Guide to San Francisco (Unofficial Guides) - Softcover

Sterling, Richard

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9780471776383: The Unofficial Guide to San Francisco (Unofficial Guides)

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ISBN 10: 0471776386 ISBN 13: 9780471776383

Publisher: Wiley, 2006

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Sample Rating

San Francisco Maritime Museum

Appeal by Age Preschool Grade school Teens Young Adults Over 30 Seniors

900 Beach Street, San Francisco 94109; a few blocks west of Fisherman's Wharf; # 415-556-3002; www.nps.gov/safr/local

Type of attraction Maritime art, ship figureheads, intricate models, and thematic exhibits echoing San Francisco's maritime past. A self-guided tour. Admission Free. Hyde Street Pier, $4 adults, $2 seniors and children ages 12-17. Hours Daily, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Special comments One set of stairs; restrooms, drinking water, and telephones are available. Author's rating After exploring real ships at Hyde Street Pier, this museum is icing on the cake for folks fascinated by San Francisco's colorful seafaring past; an excellent, nontouristy destination at Fisherman's Wharf. ...H. How much time to allow 1-2 hours.

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About the Author

RICHARD STERLING IS AN AUTHOR of and contributor to numerous cookbooks and guidebooks covering California, Latin America, and Asia. Richard is well known in the Bay Area for his varied and eclectic accomplishments.

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