Chinatown for a First Visit: Culture Before Checklists
A thoughtful first visit pairs everyday neighborhood streets with Chinese American history and an unrushed meal.
CITY BY THE BAY JOURNAL
Fresh from the city
Neighborhood stories, practical guides, and more reasons to get outside.
A Sausalito Day Trip by Ferry: Waterfront Walks and Time to Wander
A Sausalito day trip does not need a long checklist. The ferry crossing, the waterfront, and an unhurried meal can provide enough structure for…
Fog, Sun and Layers: Dressing for a San Francisco Day
Pack for the places you will visit, not just the weather outside your hotel window.
San Francisco Farmers Markets: Choose a Market, Then Make a Morning
A farmers market is a useful starting point for a San Francisco outing because it gives the day a clear place and time without…
Muni vs BART: Choosing the Right Ride in San Francisco
Muni and BART both appear on San Francisco station signs, but they solve different travel problems. Muni is the useful starting point for moving…
One Good Day in Golden Gate Park
Choose one major attraction and leave enough time to enjoy the park between destinations.
How to Make a Food Day of the Ferry Building
Turn the Ferry Building into an unrushed food outing with a market visit, a few thoughtful purchases and a waterfront pause.
A Slow Walk Through North Beach
Build a relaxed North Beach afternoon around books, a neighborhood square and time for a café stop.