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It'll capture your heart alright — with world-renowned attractions, restaurants and city parks, and combining metropolitan living with stunningly beautiful scenic views.

Besides attracting millions each year to annual traditions like San Francisco Fleet Week, the Fillmore Jazz Festival and Hardly Strictly Bluegrass, San Francisco entices millions more to world famous places like Lombard Street - the city's "loopiest" - or a more leisurely stroll around Golden Gate Park.

Along with trips up to Coit Tower for stunning city vistas, don't miss great dining in Little Italy or at San Francisco's most popular tourist attraction, Chinatown.

Of course, who would want to miss a ride "...halfway to the stars" on a San Francisco cable car?

Check out the best of the City by the Bay...

also see -> San Francisco Street Fairs | Mendocino Wineries

More about San Francisco travel & tourism around the Web:

San Francisco Guide - The online version of the hardcopy pocket guide chock full of information by neighborhood, plus info on family-friendly attractions, restaurants, accommodations and nightlife, with live Web cams from all over the city. Get going...

BayCityGuide - Another excellent print publication translated online with colorful factoids on local attractions, complete shopping and restaurant guides, calendar of events, visitor info and more.

San Francisco Parks & Recreation Department - The official site with loads of information on the top spots including Golden Gate Park, Candlestick Park, Yacht Harbor, local golf courses, plus news, events and activities calendar.

Golden Gate Bridge - The official site with facts, figures and information for visitors and bikers, a photo gallery and live Web cam.

Alcatraz Island - Images galore of the former prison and now tourist attraction, with a history of prison life, the 70's Indian occupation, plus virtual tours and 360⁰ views, from the National Parks Service.

Exploratorium - Find out why its often called the Disneyland of science museums with information on admission and visiting hours, interactive online exhibits, what's on this month, and don't miss a special look at the Tactile Dome.

Bay Area Transit - Where little cable cars climb halfway to the stars, and how to catch them - by selecting from the menu or clickable map or take the shortcut to Popular Destinations for a quick trip planner.