Valerie
Seattle
I'm in SF through Monday midday, and would love to know your Top 3 must-do/eat/sees in the city. I've already got some super touristy things like Fisherman's Wharf, riding a street car, and seeing the Painted Ladies. What about food? Other sights? Budget is pretty small, but I'm open to ideas of things I haven't thought of yet!
Also, I've done the Golden Gate Bridge, so that one is one I'm willing to skip this time!
Hi Valerie,
Top 3 is TOUGH! But here goes:
Three things to see:
Three things to eat:
Three things to do:
I've put together a few more of my faves here if you need extra ideas. Have the best time! :)
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Go to the Ferry Building and eat a sandwich at Boccalone Salumeria, and an ice cream at Humphry Slocombe. You can also get a grilled cheese sandwich at Cowgirl Creamery. The Ferry building is certainly touristy, but those are world class culinary options that are inexpensive and happen to be in a tourist attraction. Also, if you're there on a Saturday, the Ferry building has a good farmer's market in front of an behind it. Another inexpensive local option, that isn't touristy but it's in a touristy area Union Square, is Super Duper Burger. Good high quality burgers and fries, that won't break the bank. Just don't compare their pricing with fast food, it's expensive compared to junk from a chain but worth it, instead compare it to other restaurants and you'll be thrilled.
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Ditto on the Sutro Baths.
FREE to see/do:
Food:
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Go to "Off the Grid" on Sunday afternoon in the Presidio (if the weather is nice) - http://offthegridsf.com/markets/picnic#food. From there, you could do some hiking - whether its on Crissy Field, Baker Beach (beware of old man nudity), Presidio trails or across the Golden Gate Bridge into Marin County.
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