PORTS OF CALL - Pacific Northwest
San Francisco, California
One of America's loveliest cities, San Francisco's hilly streets provide some gorgeous glimpses of the Bay and its famous bridges. This picturesque city is unique in its style and personality, and it charms everyone who comes here.
Don't Miss
While you're in San Francisco, take the time to explore this beautiful city. Gaze at the beautiful Golden Gate Bridge.
Fun Things to Do
- Enjoy the scenery on a boat ride out to Alcatraz, the famous "escape-proof" prison in the bay.
- Check out Sausalito, a quaint little town where you'll find charming art galleries and arts-and-crafts stores.
- Explore the redwood forest of Muir Woods. Take a leisurely stroll through part of the 550-acre National Monument. Within the woods, there are fabled 800-year-old giant coastal redwood trees that rise 250 feet or more.
- Head down to Monterey Bay and along the coastal road toward famous Cannery Row.
Local Flavours
San Francisco has more restaurants per capita than any other city in the United States, and nearly every ethnic cuisine is represented, from Afghan and Indian to Vietnamese. But the city is most famous for its large Chinatown and many Chinese restaurants. With more than 30,000 Chinese occupants, Chinatown is far more than the restaurants and tourist shops many people see at first glance. It's a thriving neighborhood and a great place to enjoy an authentic Dim Sum after a stroll through the neighborhood.
Currency
The official currency of the United States is the U.S. Dollar (USD).