InSession

As IABC’s World Conference creeps closer and closer and you begin to narrow down and plan out your itinerary during your visit to beautiful San Francisco, you may start to feel overwhelmed by the amount of things to see and do! Months ago, you may have been optimistic about how much you’d be able to check out, but now you might be realizing how difficult it will be to squeeze it all in. So now it’s time to find a balance between what you want to do and what you’ll feasibly be able to accomplish.

With that in mind, I’ve compiled a list of things no trip to San Francisco would be complete without. Here it is (in no particular order):

– Cable car ride: This iconic symbol of The City is also a part of moving history. Nowhere else in the world will you have the opportunity to hang on tight and ride a cable car as it passes through scenic parts of San Francisco. Riders can board just a few steps from the Marriott Hotel where Market and Powell Streets meet.

– Ghirardelli ice cream: The perfect ending to a stroll along the souvenir-shop-laden Fisherman’s Wharf, a scoop (or three) of decadent, rich chocolate is sure to delight!

– Visit the Golden Gate Bridge: Recognizable around the world, a walk on the bridge (even if you don’t have time to go all the way across to Marin County) is worth every moment. Breathtaking views of The City and the entire San Francisco Bay are sure to wow.

– A sourdough bread bowl filled with clam chowder: A real San Francisco treat! There are many restaurants downtown and especially in the Fisherman’s Wharf neighborhood where you can indulge in the tasty soup. My favorite is Boudin’s.

– Golden Gate Park: As I mentioned in a previous post, the park is stuffed full with fun activities. It offers a break from the busy downtown neighborhoods and a different look at San Francisco life.

– A visit to the Museum of Modern Art (MOMA): Only a short walk from the Marriott Hotel, the museum is a perfect way to pass a free hour or so.

And, if you find yourself looking for even more to do, I know there are tons of suggestions here at InSession for your consideration.

Have a wonderful time enjoying all this city has to offer its visitors!