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The 49-Mile Scenic Drive
Linking the city's most intriguing
neighborhoods, fascinating sights, and
spectacular views, the 49-Mile Scenic
Drive (79 km) provides a splendid
overview of San Francisco for the
determined motorist. Keeping to the
well-marked route is simple enough -
just follow the blue-and-white seagull
signs. Some of these are hidden by
overhanging vegetation or buildings,
so you need to be alert. You should set
aside a whole day for this trip; there are
plenty of places to stop to take photographs
or admire the views.
k Marina Green
This is an excellent
vantage point from
which to view or
photograph Golden
Gate Bridge.
l The Palace of Fine
Arts stands near the
entrance to the
wooded Presidio.
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9 Stow Lake
There is a waterfall and a
Chinese pavilion on the island
in this picturesque lake. Boats
are for rent.
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Sunset
Reservoir
8 San Francisco Zoological
Gardens is one of the best zoos
in the US. Its attractions include
Hearst Grizzly Gulch and the
Primate Discovery Center.
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Tips for Motorists
Starting point: Anywhere. The
circuit is designed to be followed
in a counterclockwise direction
starting and ending at any point.
When to go: Avoid driving during
rush hours: 7-10am, 4-7pm. Most
of the views are as spectacular by
night as by day.
Parking: Use parking garages in
Financial District, Civic Center,
Nob Hill, Chinatown, North Beach,
and Fisherman's Wharf. Elsewhere,
street parking is usually available.
Stopping-off points: There are
numerous cafés, bars, and
restaurants (see pp216-45).
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SLOAT BLVD
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e Twin Peaks
From both summits, the views over
the city and bay are magnificent and
well worth the climb.
San Francisco skyline at night
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