[San Francisco, CA] Golden Gate Park

The famous Golden Gate Park! If you choose to pay a visit, make sure you have your entire day free. There is a lot to see and do. Heck, you need a good two to three days to truly see and experience everything the park has to offer, and that is only if you keep on your course, but then again, it's easy to get distracted here.

Fountain in the Music Concourse Area.

I'm not going to bore you with the history and the beginnings of the park. If you are interested in learning more about the bones of such an incredible park, here is a link that holds most if not everything you need to know about the place. Of course, there is always wikipedia!

I have visited the Golden Gate Park numerous times, more than I can count. Even so, I still have not explored every inch of the park. There is that much to see, but from the attractions that this place has to offer, here are a few of my favorites. I am sure the more I visit this park, the more I will add to this list.

Picture taken in Hamon Tower

Academy of Sciences:
If you have not heard of Academy of Sciences yet, once you have visited, you will not forget your experience. They have built entire ecosystems in this building, including one on their roof, also known as, The Living Roof. This is a great museum for kids and adults alike.

M.H. de Young Memorial Museum:
This fine arts museum showcases American Art starting from the 17th Century to today. If historic artifacts and art pieces is not for you, at least enjoy the incredible view in the Hamon Tower.

Stow Lake & Strawberry Hill:

You cannot miss Stow Lake or that ginormous island, also known as, Strawberry Hill, smacked in the middle of it. This is the perfect area for hiking, birdwatching, and photography. There are many beautiful features to see, such as the Chinese Pavilion, a man-made waterfall, and a breathtaking view of the City of San Francisco at the top of Strawberry Hill.

Shakespeare Garden:

Feeling romantic? Stop by at Shakespeare Garden and be romanced. This garden is a popular spot for weddings, and one step through the gate, you immediately know why. This little, peaceful garden is the perfect representation of the romance in many of Shakespeare's work.

There is much, much more than this. I will add more to this post as I visit more in the near future. In the mean time, I hope you get the chance to explore some, if not all, of this little green gem in the grand City of San Francisco.

Happy Wandering, Alice.