San Francisco

San Francisco is one of the safest places in the world. Famous for the Golden Gate bridge and Alcatraz, it’s a wonderful place to stop for a few nights. The city is quite hilly, so jump on one of the many trams which are the city’s trademark.
There’s a huge range of shops and diners but if you fancy some entertainment, why not go to Pier 49 on Fisherman’s Wharf. Here you will find mime artists, comedians and plenty of activities to brighten your day. The Pier is home to a large colony of seals which can be very noisy but are a great tourist attraction. Trips out to the famous prison of Alcatraz operate daily in high season. The story says the waters surrounding the prison are shark-infested so tread carefully.
Once you’ve exhausted your stay here, hire a car along Highway one, which will take you to Los Angeles via Monterey and other picturesque villages. Stop off in Danish village to sample the local cheese and admire the windmill. San Fran is a great place to stay as part of a multi-centre stopover.