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San Francisco – the City of the Bay! Every year millions of people plan holidays to San Francisco especially to visit its museums and know more about the city’s history, culture and arts.

Following are some of the museums that must be there in your San Francisco vacation package.

San Francisco Museum of Modern Art

As the name suggests, this museum is dedicated to modern and contemporary art. The structure was designed by renowned artist Mario Botta. If you wish to explore 20th century art, plan San Francisco holidays and visit the museum. The extensive collection of the museum has more than 26,000 works of photography, design, architecture, sculpture, media art and painting. You can take a closer look at the magnificent works of famous artists such as Clyfford Still, Ansel Adams, Jackson Pollock and Andy Warhol. Another highlight of the museum is Artists Gallery. It was founded in 1978. It features temporary art collections of amateur and established artists from North California.

California Academy of Sciences

This is one of the largest and oldest museums of natural history in the world. This museum is located in the Golden Gate Park and was established in 1853. Every year more than a million tourists plan San Francisco tour especially to visit California Academy of Sciences. The museum conducts research in several fields such as botany, marine biology zoology, mammalogy and anthropology. While enjoying holidays in San Francisco, you should visit the museum on Thursdays to be a part of the event known as NightLife. But remember, the show is open only for people above the age of 21.

The California Palace of the Legion of Honor

Colloquially this fine art museum is known as Legion of Honor. If you are really an art lover, you should not ignore this museum while enjoying San Francisco holidays. While walking around the museum, you would come across vast collection of European and Ancient art. You will find artworks that are as old as 6,000 years. The European art collection mainly consists of French art. Artwork that marks the European art in the museum is the sculpture made by well-known artist Auguste Rodin. Other artists whose artworks are exhibited in the museum are Gainsborough, Rembrandt, Picasso and Rubens. San Francisco vacation package must have this museum in the itinerary so that you can admire captivating ancient art. There are 1,400 objects in the ancient art collection featuring pottery, sculpture, painting and decorative art.
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San Francisco, the City of the Bay is among the most populous and most visited cities in the USA. This enchanting city has lot to offer. Therefore, every year numerous families take San Francisco holiday packages to experience an incredible vacation. While holidaying in the city, you can indulge in numerous activities and visit various places to sooth your soul and revive your mind.

Fisherman’s Wharf is one of the most famous attractions of San Francisco. If you are enjoying San Francisco holidays but not visiting this site, you are more likely to miss great piece of history and culture. Pier 39 has been completely transformed into a commercial epicenter however, its pier 45 where you can take a closer look at the bustling ambience and local culture. If you are visiting early in the morning you can buy fresh seafood from Fish Alley Market. Fisherman’s Wharf has become an integral part of San Francisco family holidays because this part of the city is home to world class restaurants, fast food stands, shopping centers and street performers.

Another worth visiting attraction in the city is Golden Gate Bridge. This structure marks the architecture of the city. Holidays to San Francisco are incomplete if this magnificent bridge is not there on the list of sight seeing. It was completed in1937 and was longest suspension bridge. Today, it has become the symbol of the city. Take a walk through the bridge to capture captivating scenic views of the bay and San Francisco Skyline.

If you are looking to add some thrill to San Francisco city breaks, you should visit Alcatraz Island which is located in the middle of San Francisco Bay. This island was once an escape-proof prison. But today, it is known for its recreation activities and bird sanctuary. This is one of the very few places in the world where you can experience self guided audio tour. This tour allows you to listen to the recordings of former guards and prisoners.

Art lovers spending holidays in San Francisco cannot ignore San Francisco Museum of Modern Art. This museum is among the most important modern art centers in entire America. It was established in 1995. While walking around the museum, you would come across artworks created by great artists such as Paul Klee, Clyfford Still, Diego Riviera and Picasso. Most recent addition to the exhibitions is Fisher collects which consist of 1,100 art pieces. You can buy mementos from the art shop and enjoy snacks at the café.
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