Why is San Francisco so popular?

San Francisco is one of the most well-known and recognizable cities in the world. But what is San Francisco famous for? From iconic sights like the Golden Gate Bridge, to its rich and diverse culture, there are lots of places and people that make San Francisco unique.



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Travel + Leisure has named San Francisco the 4th-best foodie city in America behind NYC, New Orleans, and Chicago. We're amazingly lucky to live in a city with some of the finest restaurants around, from Michelin-starred local legends to tried-and-true favorites.

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For glitz and glamour and some cutting-edge culture in the SoCal sunshine, it's got to be LA. But for a smaller-town feel with big-name sights, you're best off in San Francisco. Better still, rent a car, drive the spectacular coastal highway that connects the two, and take in both cities on one trip.

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WHAT TO WEAR
  1. Always layer. ...
  2. If you must buy a sweatshirt, get anything related to the 49ers. ...
  3. And save those Google or Facebook T-shirts. ...
  4. Still, think casual... ...
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  6. Leave your umbrellas at home. ...
  7. Don't, under any circumstances, call the city San Fran. ...
  8. Do stroll around Chinatown, but don't make it a dining destination.


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In general yes. But how late depends on the area. SF like any big city has it's problem areas, so always have someone with you and avoid obvious looking areas and people that may or may not be OK. I have walked around late to take pics, but never alone.

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