San Francisco Facts & Information

Location	Northern Coastal California
Climate	Mild winters, hot summers, raining
Land Area	47 square miles
Population	751,682
Persons Over 65	13.7%
Female Persons	49.2%
Ethnic Groups	49.7% white, 7.8% black, 0.5% american indian, 30.8% asian
Housing Units	346,527
Median Household Income	$55,221
Description of Flag	The flag of California consists of a white base with a red horizontal stripe along the bottom of it. In the center of the flag is a brown grizzly bear on a patch of green grass with the words California Republic written below. A red, five pointed star is in the top left corner.
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San Francisco Culture

as close as one can get to Asia in the continental US in terms of geography and culture and while their presence is felt throughout the city, Chinatown still remains the foundation. And of course in a city known for its high rent and close proximity to Silicon Valley, San Francisco is chock full of millionaires and business men looking to strike it rich.

Despite the mix of ethnicities and varying degrees of economic, political, social and sexual preferences, San Franciscans revel in this diversity and its neighborhoods still uphold the flavor of many of these groups.

An insider’s tip, don’t refer to the city as “Frisco.” Locals hate to have their beloved San Francisco reduced to a nickname akin to Vegas. And keep in mind that visitors find the summer fog more charming than the residents do.

More Information:
 www.state.gov

San Francisco Culture

as close as one can get to Asia in the continental US in terms of geography and culture and while their presence is felt throughout the city, Chinatown still remains the foundation. And of course in a city known for its high rent and close proximity to Silicon Valley, San Francisco is chock full of millionaires and business men looking to strike it rich.

Despite the mix of ethnicities and varying degrees of economic, political, social and sexual preferences, San Franciscans revel in this diversity and its neighborhoods still uphold the flavor of many of these groups.

An insider’s tip, don’t refer to the city as “Frisco.” Locals hate to have their beloved San Francisco reduced to a nickname akin to Vegas. And keep in mind that visitors find the summer fog more charming than the residents do.

More Information:
 www.state.gov

San Francisco Shopping

high-end specialty shops. Chinatown is a great place to buy knockoff items like Gucci handbags and Prada wallets. Be sure to wander down the side streets to discover the small, often one-person shops selling original Chinese artwork, tea and herbs at reasonable prices. As one may guess, the six blocks of upper Haight Street are populated with dozens of little shops selling vintage and alternative clothing, furnishings, incense and candles.

Bargain shoppers will enjoy the factory outlet stores in the SoMa (South of Market Street) district, which include Esprit Outlet Store, The North Face, and Burlington Coat Factory. Do not pass Jeremy’s on South Park and 2nd Street without going in. You will find top designer clothing and accessories, including shoes, at super low prices.

Don’t forget that the city has an 8.25% sales tax on all items.

San Francisco Shopping

high-end specialty shops. Chinatown is a great place to buy knockoff items like Gucci handbags and Prada wallets. Be sure to wander down the side streets to discover the small, often one-person shops selling original Chinese artwork, tea and herbs at reasonable prices. As one may guess, the six blocks of upper Haight Street are populated with dozens of little shops selling vintage and alternative clothing, furnishings, incense and candles.

Bargain shoppers will enjoy the factory outlet stores in the SoMa (South of Market Street) district, which include Esprit Outlet Store, The North Face, and Burlington Coat Factory. Do not pass Jeremy’s on South Park and 2nd Street without going in. You will find top designer clothing and accessories, including shoes, at super low prices.

Don’t forget that the city has an 8.25% sales tax on all items.

San Francisco Travel Guides
 Frommer's San Francisco
 Lonely Planet San Francisco
 Let's Go San Francisco
 Fodors San Francisco