Arts & Culture

San Francisco is known as one of the most creative and vibrant cities in the world and features amazing theatrical productions, unique art exhibits, museums and endless points of interest.

It is also well known for its variety of excellent restaurants and a relaxed lifestyle. From the city’s center, many attractions are accessible by or cable car including Union Square, Chinatown, Japantown and the Civic Center.

A short drive or daylong excursion around the Bay Area will let you explore destinations like the Golden Gate Bridge, Berkeley, wine country, redwood forests, hundreds of hiking trails, Silicon Valley, Monterey and gorgeous aquariums in Santa Cruz and Carmel. The Bay Area is also home to many sites of research and higher learning including universities, institutes and industries.

Learn more at the California Tourism – SF Bay Area Guide.