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See San Francisco!

Get ready to experience San Francisco, California, USA! Overflowing with world-class dining and shopping, historical neighborhoods, famous museums and so much to see and do – you will see why so many from around the world view the city as an ultimate vacation venue. While you are attending the 2008 ICEM, take time out to enjoy one of the most unique cities in the United States!

SF plazaSan Francisco Visitor Information Center

Looking for a friendly place that speaks your language, then look no further that the San Francisco Visitor Information Center to help you with your visit! The Information Center boasts the ability to speak to you in 12 different languages, providing you with information on events, attractions, tours, and car reservations.

Phone:  001-415-391-2000
900 Market Street
San Francisco, California, USA 94102

Hours
0900 to 1700 – Monday through Friday
0900 to 1500 – Weekends

Historical Neighborhoods

One of the best ways to experience San Francisco’s diverse population is by visiting its historical neighborhoods. The city is bursting with boutiques, galleries, pubs, cafés, markets and architecture!  San Francisco missionCome and see for yourself!

Civic Center (PDF)
Fisherman’s Wharf
Union Square
Chinatown
Fillmore
Mission District
South of Market (SoMa)/Yerba Buena Gardens
Haight-Ashbury

Parks and Landmarks

This extraordinary city offers a variety of parks and landmarks to visit and enjoy.  Relax and take a stroll through one of San Francisco’s famous parks!

Golden Gate Park
Alcatraz
Japanese Tea Garden
Conservatory of Flowers
Coit Tower/Pioneer Park
San Francisco Maritime National Park

botanical gardenMuseums

San Francisco has a variety of museums to intrigue the mind - ancient art collections, scientific specimen or historical facts, San Francisco’s museums will inspire you!

Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco
San Francisco Museum of Modern Art
San Francisco Museum of Craft+Design
Asian Art Museum
Museum of Craft and Folk Art
Museum of the African Diaspora
California Academy of Sciences
Cartoon Art Museum

 City Guides

Coit TowerNeed more information on your stay in San Francisco? Want to know a little about the history? Follow these links to aid in your research:

Only in San Francisco – Official visitors site for San Francisco
San Francisco.com
SFStation.com
Encyclopedia of San Francisco
Virtual Museum of San Francisco

Restaurants

San Francisco receptionThe local-fare in San Francisco is anything but local.  There are many distinct flavors to choose from – Chinese, Italian, Japanese, French and so much more!  Let these guides help you in your search for a great place to eat!

Opentable.com
SanFrancisco.com
SFGate.com
San Francisco Citysearch

Tour Program

Our selected organized tours showcase some of the most unique areas of San Francisco. Choose from a wide variety of entertaining and educational Pre & Post Conference tour options.

Traveling with Children

San Francisco offers a wide assortment of things to do for those traveling with their families. Here are a few websites to make your trip to the 2008 ICEM fun for the whole family!

The Exploratorium
3601 Lyon Street
San Francisco, CA 94123
001-415-563-7337

Zeum
221 Fourth Street
(@ Howard Street)
San Francisco, CA 94103
001-415-820-3320

San Francisco Zoo
San Francisco Zoo
1 Zoo Road
San Francisco, CA. 94132
001-415-753-7080

Go City Kids
San Francisco Kids
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