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Lauren & Andy

Summer 2023 • San Francisco, CA

Lauren & Andy

Summer 2023 • San Francisco, CA

Things to Do

The Presidio

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The Presidio has much to offer visitors - trails for biking and hiking, flora, fauna, history, art, and stunning vistas of the Golden Gate. Here are some helpful links to inspire your adventure:


-Bike and trail maps

-Andy Goldsworthy's nature art

-NPS app

-Bike rentals (one of many options nearby)

-Tips for biking across the Golden Gate bridge

-Tunnel Tops Pop-Up Food Trucks

Website

Golden Gate Park

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From museums and landmarks to gardens and trails, Golden Gate Park is a lovely place to spend the day. Here are some of our favorite attractions and activities in the park:


-Stop by the Conservatory of Flowers

-Explore the California Academy of Sciences

-Visit the DeYoung Museum

-Walk around Stowe Lake and Strawberry Hill

-Say hello to the bison!

Views and Lookouts

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You can catch an amazing view from almost anywhere in hilly San Francisco, but these are a few of our favorites:


-Lands End Lookout

-Grandview Park

-Coit Tower

Brunch

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Try one of our favorite spots for breakfast in the city!


Sit-Down:

- Boogaloos (Mission District): delicious brunch with Southwestern flair (pictured above)

- Hong Kong Lounge (Richmond District): dim sum made fresh with easy ordering (and clear demarcation of vegetarian options!)


Grab + Go:

-Devil's Teeth Bakery (Outer Sunset or Richmond District): we recommend the breakfast sandwich!

-Mongkok Dim Sum: bring cash and order at the counter. Lauren recommends the shumai, har gow, steamed pork buns, sticky rice, and coconut-covered mochi rolls.


Baked Goods + Coffee:

-Tartine (Inner Sunset or Mission): award-winning bakery known for its bread and pastries

-Arizmendi (Inner Sunset): worker-owned cooperative bakery with locations around the bay. Grab their daily variety of veggie pizza and enjoy it in the park! We love their baked goods, including the corn-cherry scone, sourdough cheese roll, and apple-cranberry muffin.