The glass elevators at the Westin St. Francis are key-card protected and not open to public…read moreanymore. You need a hotel key card to access one of the glass elevators, and I think it's used to be one of free things for locals and tourists years ago.

Wheee! What a fun way to see the city! This elevator is in…read morethe St Regis overlooking Union Square. If you act like you know where you're going, and just jump in with some random guest, you'll get to see a great view of the city for free! The glass elevators are constantly zipping up and down. You need a guest's key to get the elevator to work, so be sure to hop on with someone going to their room, and just start mashing the highest numbers on the keypad. It's kinda thrilling to know that they put in a card reader to keep out the public, but this is totally worth the trip if you don't stay here. Unfortunately, this Glass Elevator is not like the one written about in the sequel to Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Unlike the one in Willie Wonka's Chocolate Factory, this one doesn't go sideways, through the roof, or upside down at all.

Just real fun. Reminds you of the movie "Big". The history…read moreof this creation Is heartfelt. FUN

The Musical Stairs, located at Pier 39, is straight out of that old movie 'Big' in the late 80s…read more So every time you step on a stair, you're playing a piano note. When It's crowded near hear, sometimes it can be kinda hard to hear it. Kids love these stairs, and why not!! And when I say kids, I mean kids of all ages!! So, if you're at Pier 39, keep a lookout for these. They are located about the middle of the pier on the right side when entering the pier. It's definitely worth checking out!!

Got to see my friend perform here tonight on a Saturday! Super fun! Like 6 benches that fit about 5…read moreppl on each. One stage and lots of lightbulbs for shows at night!

So I live at 23rd and Harrison and there happens to be a garden between 23rd and 24th, closer to…read more23rd. There is a little sign that says "Secret Garden", in a little alley enclosed by a white fence between two homes. I've passed this sign millions of times but every time the fence has been closed! Finally, this past Saturday the gate was ajar! We diverted and went inside the garden! Suspense! Someone's back was turned towards the vegetables, there was human in the "Secret Garden". I said "Hello". I was greeted warmly by an older gentlemen. He says his name is "Tree". How fitting :). Anyways, Tree tells us the history of the 23rd and Harrison garden. It was supposed to be a common space for all the houses in the area, then it became a crack den and the parks people sealed it off. Supposedly everyone in the neighborhood had keys before it was closed. Now only Tree and someone else that runs a gardening program for kids has a key. He uses the park for his urban farming project. Tree used to hope he could feed all the homeless with his urban farms, he has a few. There is one at 23rd and Treat st., I don't know where his others are. With the produce he gardens he gives it all away at his food stand in the mission for low income and homeless folks. How cool is that? Amazing to have people like Tree in SF. I've heard he also had something to do with the trees that line Folsom, I'm not sure about that rumor. Here is a link to his blog: http://freefarmstand.blogspot.com/

This is about a relatively undiscovered corner of the city. Have you ever taken the 19 MUNI bus to…read morethe end of its route? I don't mean the northern end where it stops in front of Aquatic Park with all the tourists milling about Fisherman's Wharf. No, I mean the southern end in Hunters Point. Yeah, Hunters Point. Once the bus went past Potrero Hill onto Evans Avenue, I have to admit I was getting nervous going to the naval shipyard. I had only been as far as India Basin Shoreline before. The bus driver needed to tell me when we reached the end of the line. When I got off, i was pleasantly surprised to see all the public art starting with a 15-foot statue of a skinny sax player called "Bayview Horn" by Jerry Barrish (photo: https://bit.ly/3U00SEq). I climbed a flight of concrete stairs to see Walter Hood's "Refrain", a dense forest of vertical steel pipes punctuated by little discs (photo: https://bit.ly/3SE2EtJ). Up a singular concrete walkway was the centerpiece, Mildred Howard's "Frame", a huge rococo frame I walked through and looked back at "Refrain" within the context of the frame (photo: https://bit.ly/3DvHTMi). It was only at this point that I came unexpectedly upon Hillpoint Park, a patch of manicured greenery outlined by concrete seating and an observation deck overlooking the shipyard. There were picnic tables and mosaic tile art by Heidi Hardin and Colette Crutcher (photo: https://bit.ly/3U06y0P). Around the corner was an inviting metallic gazebo, Matthew Geller's "Vertical Swing" (photo: https://bit.ly/3gyb5cw). By the time I did a full circuit around the park, the next 19 was ready to leave. I was startled to learn later that all these attractions have been around for the past seven years (!), and yet I'm the first to review the frame? It's definitely worth taking a trip down here whether you take the 19 or not. I think Hunters Point still has a lot of potential. RELATED - Exploring Bayview/Hunters Point? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://bit.ly/3AOvRKv

A great walk/climb. Over 300 steps up and back down. The best part? You get to Coit Tower.read more

Such a treasured landmark in San Francisco, so much that it's maintained in pristine condition by…read morelocals and donors. This 163-step mosaic stairway was open to the public in 2005 and this community project was started by neighborhood residents Jessie Audette and Alice Yee Xavier with the collaboration of artists Aileen Barr and Colette Crutcher. Donated California native plants adorn these stairs. I'd say for the San Fran tourist, it's worth a visit especially if you have a car and you want to venture into SF neighborhoods (I used public transit and the Muni bus stop right next to it isn't the most reliable as when I was ready to leave here I saw the route bus zoom past the proposed bus stop seen on my GPS; I ended up having to walk a few blocks to another bus stop). Unsure about how crowded it would be on weekends, but when I visited on a weekday morning I had good chunks of time with the stairway all to myself!

Had the chance to visit this art installation during my work trip in San Francisco! It's a…read morebeautiful piece of art that captures the night and great for a walking date in Golden Gate Park. It's an installation that turns off at 9:30 pm until late April, 2024. It's near peacock meadows, so be careful if you're taking an Uber/Lyft there as Golden Gate Park as your intended destination will bring you to the other side, which is what I experienced! Great attraction for families, couples, and all ages!

All Man, The Entwined Lighted Festival is FIRE. You have to come check out the vibes and beauty…read morehere of the forest and lights. Its like a scene in a Fairy Tale. Its not far from the Golden Gate Bridge, but it is a joy to see and be around. I took plenty of photos that I will have our every chance I get. It was just a scene to see for me. I will visit again.

An outdoor art experience, for sure!…read more I read that many of the murals along this alley have political undertones to them -- had I not known that going in, I might have looked at the murals in a different way. There is a ton of talent displayed on these walls, garages and doors. I also noticed that a few murals have expanded to the streets directly left and right of here - kind of extending the experience. Worth a stroll through. To be honest though -- I'm not great at interpreting a lot of their meanings, but do plan to do a little more research. Note: I was here a little early (9am-ish) on a Saturday. I had the alley to myself, along with one gentleman in the middle of the street who may have been on some substances (based on his behavior). I overall felt safe... but was a little put off by him and did walk past him on the quicker side. 2024: 69/100

Clarion Alley is a super impressive free outdoor mural gallery from local artists. I got lucky and…read morewas invited into the studio of one of them as I was walking by, admiring the pieces. There are a range of messages and meanings, but almost every single one revolved around a social justice matter. Prioritise this alleyway if you're visiting SF!

Cool street in the SOMA Pilipinas neighborhood! They added these cool lanterns and it looks so nice…read moreat night! Recently they had DJs playing music on Thursday nights. We dropped by, got free kombucha, and chilled/listened! Some people were dancing. There were some food and drink options for sale as well. The street itself has murals and there was a projector playing something. When you enter, this is someone sitting there to greet you and to see if you have any questions. Overall, I'm excited to see what other events and pop-ups they have in the future!

Winding your way down on Bacon Street, Food in your head and…read morelunch is your meat. Well another SF day, you'll eat the morning away, And post about evvverything. You used to think that it was sooo greasy. You used to say that it was sooo greasy. But youuu're slicin'! Youuu're sliiicin' now! Another brunch & then you wouldn't be hangry, Just one more brunch & then you wouldn't be hangry, But youuu're fryin'! Youuu're fryyyin' now! (Way cooler than Ramen Street. Promise.)