DK Eyewitness San Francisco and the Bay Area

Whether you want to muse over modern masterpieces at SFMOMA, indulge in the hedonistic nightlife of the Castro, or uncover cypress-tree sculptures in the Presidio forest, your DK Eyewitness travel guide makes sure you experience all that San Francisco and the Bay Area have to offer.

The glowing Golden Gate Bridge is the quintessential image of San Francisco, but there's so much more to discover - a forward-thinking foodie scene, an eclectic arts scene, and countless festivals and events. Further afield, Bayfront cities Oakland and Berkeley beckon while the lush vineyards of California Wine Country unfurl in easy reach.

Our updated guide brings San Francisco and the Bay Area to life, transporting you there like no other travel guide does with expert-led insights, trusted travel advice, detailed breakdowns of all the must-see sights, photographs on practically every page, and our hand-drawn illustrations which place you inside the region's iconic buildings and neighborhoods.

You'll discover:

-Our pick of San Francisco and the Bay Area's must-sees, top experiences and hidden gems
-The best spots to eat, drink, shop and stay
-Detailed maps and walks that make navigating the region easy
-Easy-to-follow itineraries
-Expert advice get ready, get around and stay safe
-Color-coded chapters to every part of San Francisco and the Bay Area, from Golden Gate Park and Land's End to Fisherman's Wharf and North Beach, Presidio and Richmond to Haight Ashbury and the Mission
-A lightweight format, so you can take it with you wherever you go

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