We arrived in San Francisco in early afternoon and checked into a hotel in the Union Square area. It was raining. This was actually the first rain we have seen on the entire Crossing the States road trip, which isn't bad. After dropping off our bags, we immediately hit the street so that we could get a sense of the city. Naturally, our first stop was the Cheesecake Factory at the top of Macy's.
After a quick sugar boost, we headed for the Cable Car Museum, which taught us all about how the San Francisco public transport system was designed and how it is maintained today. The network of cables that run right through the heart of the museum and keep San Francisco moving were incredible to behold.
Walking around, we love the vibe on the streets. It's very hip. There's a huge Asian community here. There are lots of cool coffee shops with free wi-fi. San Francisco has a very European feel right around Union Square but as you move outwards toward the water, it has that unmistakable look which is all its own; stunning architecture and steep rolling hills. It's a one of a kind city. Plus, a few more days of climbing these hills, and we'll all have legs like Jón Páll Sigmarsson.
After a Chinese buffet lunch on Geary Street, we checked out Coit Tower in Pioneer Park and then walked the long stretch of Lombard Street until we came to the famous Crookedest Street. An awesome sight to behold with terrific views. From Coit Tower we were also able to see Alcatraz, the former prison, and the Golden Gate bridge.
As it was still raining, we stopped at 901 Columbus for beer before heading back to the hotel. On the way back, Dale drank some rain water from a large leaf overhanging the street. Sometimes, I swear he thinks he's Bear Grylls.
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