San Francisco!

Enjoyed my mini break to San Francisco and had a really central hotel which was essential. I did a city tour- tourist style! Yep I went on a big blue open top bus and got to see loads of the city. I went to Pier 39 which is full of restaurants, shops and bars and has a real buzz. Here there are also loads of sea lions who spend their days basking in the Californian sun on wooden platforms.They are really funny to watch but are very loud and smell bad too.

Next stop I got off at was the Golden Gate Park which is where the museum and expeditions are. I went to the viewing tower for some stunning views over the city.
Next I went to the Golden Gate Bridge for some photos. We couldn't drive over it as another bridge in the city was closed and the traffic was backing up. I went back to Union Square for some shopping and then took the cable car tram to Fisherman's Wharf which is a touristy area. I took a sunset boat trip that went under the bride and around Alcatraz island. This was good as we got to go really close to it and could see loads. Couldn't do an Alcatraz Island tour itself as they sell out days in advance.

The next day I walked around the city shopping and sightseeing and also took the San Fran trolley (which is a tram). I really liked this city and can see why so many Americans fall for its charm.

I'm now in Toronto and have yet to look around- thought id make my first stop in an Internet cafe so you don't think I've forgotten you all back home!

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