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Day 1 - 09/12/2008
(dining)
9:00am - 10:00am
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10:30am - 12:00pm
| Address: |
1100 California Street San Francisco,CAUS |
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| Phone: | (415)749-6300 |
| Website: | http://gracecathedral.org/ |
| Price: | <$10 |
| Summary: | This impressive neo-Gothic structure crowning Nob Hill was built on the site of the Crocker Mansion after the 1906 earthquake and fire. The interior features stained glass windows in celestial blues and vibrant reds and yellows. There are also frescoes depicting the history of San Francisco and scenes from the life of San Francisco's patron saint, St. Francis of Asissi. The gilded bas-reliefs that adorn the doors of the main entrance are cast from Ghiberti's original molds for the Gates of Paradise that adorn the Baptistry in Florence. This facility also boasts an indoor and an outdoor labyrinth.It has the outdoor labyrinyth made up of Tezzaro stone and the indoor one made up of limestone. Contributed by wcities |
(dining)
12:30pm - 2:00pm
| Address: |
1517 Polk St. San Francisco,CAUS |
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| Phone: | (415)673-1101 |
| Price: | $11-$20 |
| Summary: | Pull up a chair at the counter of Swan Oyster Depot and enjoy some of the best Boston Clam Chowder you will ever taste. Besides Clam Chowder, most of the offerings on the menu board are served raw, cocktail-style. The Depot is also a fish market. You can buy a fillet to cook up at home. The atmosphere is completely informal. Reservations are not accepted, but it is worth the wait. |
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2:30pm - 4:00pm
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4:30pm - 5:30pm
| Address: |
1 Dr. Carlton B. Goodlett Place San Francisco,CAUS |
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| Phone: | (415)554-4000 |
| Price: | Free |
| Summary: | This building is the site of some of San Francisco's finest moments. In 1954 Marilyn Monroe and Joe DiMaggio were married here. In the early 21st century, over 100 same-sex couples were married by Mayor Gavin Newsom in the foyer. The Renaissance architecture rivals some of the country's most historical structures. Two Parisian architects designed and constructed the building from 1913-1915. The dome is based on the one crowning St. Peter's Basilica in Rome. Visitors can pick up brochures and take a self-guided tour between 8a-5p, Monday through Friday. A small store, open during normal business hours, sells traditional San Francisco souvenirs including T-shirts, posters and postcards. |
(dining)
6:00pm - 7:30pm
| Address: |
580 Geary St. San Francisco,CAUS |
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| Phone: | (415)345-3900 |
| Price: | $21-$30 |
| Summary: | This stylish spot is certainly one of the most famous vegetarian restaurant in San Francisco, perhaps in the world. More strictly vegan than Greens Restaurant, the chefs express their creative zeal via daring and inventive meatless cuisine using organic ingredients. Although the menu changes regularly according to what is in season, some items that have appeared on the menu are: Butternut Squash Raw-violi, Korean Glazed Tempeh and Truffled White Bean Cassoulet for example. The decor, with its black-and-white checkered tiles, is very continental. Not inexpensive, but always memorable with great service. |
Day 2 - 09/13/2008
(dining)
8:00am - 9:00am
| Address: |
155 South Park Street San Francisco,CAUS |
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| Phone: | (415)896-2075 |
| Price: | $11-$20 |
| Summary: | This authentically French neighborhood oasis provides respite to SoMa professionals in need of breakfasts more pleasurable than a stale danish and lunches more moving than a microwave burrito. The Butler & the Chef offers an elegant menu of salads, pates, quiches, crepes, croissants and more. The sandwiches stand head and shoulders above typical deli fare, all served on freshly baked bread and chock full of specialty meats, luscious veggies and exotic greens. For dessert, enjoy decadent standards like creme brulee or opt for the simple but stunningly good maple-pecan cookie. Beer and wine are available, in addition to a full list of coffee specialties. See website for menu. |
(activity)
9:30am - 11:00am
| Address: |
875 Horward Street San Francisco,CAUS |
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| Phone: | (415)379-8000 |
| Price: | <$10 |
| Summary: | Get close to your favorite sea creatures and also some of the deadliest snakes. This aquarium in the revamped Academy of Sciences showcases piranhas, pythons, pipefish, penguins, moray eels and snakes. The Philippine Coral Reef Exhibit will have you marveling at the rainbow of tropical fish. At the Touch Tide Pool you can touch sea stars and hermit crabs. The newest addition includes the Snake Alley, which displays anacondas, African rock pythons, California king snakes and the Ball python. If you are studying biology, this is a good place to meet the aquatic biologists who look after and feed the animals. |
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11:30am - 1:00pm
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1:30pm - 3:00pm
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4:00pm - 5:00pm
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6:00pm - 7:30pm
Day 3 - 09/14/2008
(dining)
9:00am - 10:00am
(activity)
11:00am - 12:30pm
| Address: |
72 Tea Garden Drive & Martin Luther King Jr Drive San Francisco,CAUS |
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| Phone: | (415)752-4227 |
| Price: | <$10 |
| Summary: | Located in Golden Gate Park, this garden is a marvel of the landscape architects art. This traditional Japanese garden covers five acres. Several paths take you by an authentic pagoda, a monumental Buddha, a miniature waterfall, and over an acutely arched bridge that no kid can resist. Overlooking the gardens Koi-filled pond is a Japanese-style tea house, which in spring is covered with a cascade of wisteria. The gift shop sells souvenirs with a Japanese flair. |
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1:00pm - 2:30pm
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3:00pm - 4:30pm
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5:30pm - 6:30pm
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7:30pm - 9:00pm
