San Francisco is one of the most exciting, inviting, unique, and eclectic cities in the world. From the Golden Gate Bridge to Lombard Street to the Embarcadero, from Little Italy to Chinatown to Russian Hill, there's an invigorating mix of attractions and cultures.

This friendly guide helps you zero in on your "must sees" and plan your personal itinerary.

• Enjoy incredible upscale shopping or bargain-hunting in Chinatown, browse for books at City Lights, or hit Haight Street or Hayes Street for the latest trends
  
• Choose from all kinds of entertainment options, ranging from a Giants game to grand opera to theater to blues to leather-clad, fire-dancing performance artists
  
• Have a romantic dinner at Absinthe or Quince, sip a cappuccino in North Beach, enjoy authentic Italian pastas, or try the catch of the day
  
• Take a day trip to Berkeley, an overnighter to the coast, or a getaway to Wine Country, including winery tours and a mud bath.

Like every For Dummies travel guide, San Francisco For Dummies, 4th Edition helps you make the most of your vacation. It includes:

• Down-to-earth trip-planning advice
  
• Info on the best ships for every budget
  
• Tips on sightseeing at ports of call

Whether you want to experience the thrills and views provided by the cable cars, escape from Alcatraz, climb Telegraph Hill, bike in Golden State Park, or simply relax in a room with a private outdoor soaking tub, this guide helps you find your way in the City by the Bay.