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San Francisco Bay

San Francisco, CA
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Ranked #8 of 330 attractions in San Francisco
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Type: Bodies of Water
Activities: Kayaking, Swimming
Description: Offers hiking and biking along its shores, paddling and sailing on top of its surface, and bird-watching and exploring among its wetlands.
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Laguna Niguel, California
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 June 2013 NEW

Wanted to go to Alcatraz but they were booked out for several days in advance. We took the Blue & Gold cruize in the bay that went under the Golden Gate and totally around Alcatraz but close enough to see well, plus a good view of the Bay Bridge. The on-going commentation of the history of the area was very... More

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Phoenix, Arizona
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35 attraction reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 June 2013 NEW

The best bay experience is USA. The only place I can compare to this place is Cape Town bay area in South Africa

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Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 June 2013 NEW

What a lovely view. Just know in June that it is cold and damp. But no matter what, it is romantic and fun. Lots of tourist too. A long weekend is just enough to get you to all the sights.

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grand rapids, mi
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6 attraction reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 June 2013

Going across the bay on the bridge was spectacular specially at night! Could be very crowded at rush hour after 3 pm! Have to pay a toll of $4 on way back from Oakland

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Allen Park, Michigan
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14 attraction reviews
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27 helpful votes 27 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 June 2013

Sitting on the bench looking out over the bay and watching the sailboats was nice on a bright sunny day.

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Wollongong, Australia
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27 reviews 27 reviews
13 attraction reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 June 2013

So much too do down at the bay. Whether its a relaxing walk, or a bike ride, listening to the seals on the pier, or having some seafood for lunch and dinner. Regardless of what you like too do, you will enjoy the Bay. My tips are rent a pushbike and ride towards the Golden gate bridge and ride over... More

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Daly City, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 June 2013

Everytime I pass over the Golden Gate Bridge, I'm reminded about how beautiful the ocean is. Take some time to walk or bike across and look at pelicans with the sparkling water in the background.

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Medellin, Colombia
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29 reviews 29 reviews
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Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 June 2013

its a great place to just walk, look around and visit. you can spend a whole afternoon there without knowing

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LUCKNOW
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13 reviews 13 reviews
8 attraction reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 June 2013

While it is beautiful to look at, it was very windy. A wind cheater is a must if you don, t want to catch cold.

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Nagpur, India
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5 attraction reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 June 2013

This place throughout has steep uphill and downhill roads, very unique! Unlike straight roads of other cities. Do either drive across the GG bridge or ferry for the beautiful view! Must take the old tram to enjoy the ride to the city. One of the MUST SEE cities of America!

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