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Port guide:San Francisco,US

Hollywood movies make this city seem familiar,but San Francisco might surprise you with the range and sophistication of its diverse attractions.

  • byBrian Johnston
The famous Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco at sunset.

Nine must-do highlights of San Francisco

From a visit to The Rock and a ride over one of the world’s famous bridges to luxury stays and exciting fusion food,a stay in San Francisco has it all.

  • byKate Allman
The company now has self-driving vehicles in Los Angeles.

I rode San Francisco’s new driverless taxis,here’s how it went

The city’s futuristic driverless cars are as much a tourist attraction as Alcatraz or the Golden Gate Bridge. For us,it’s a must-do highlight.

  • byKatherine Scott
A Waymo self-driving taxi in San Francisco.

Riding in a driverless taxi has become a must-do tourist attraction in the US

Tourists are putting riding in a driverless taxi on their must-do lists,but it requires some planning.

  • byLauren Sloss
The former Sir Francis Drake Hotel has been given an extensive renovation without compromising its old-world style.

Beacon Grand,San Francisco review,USA:Historic Californian stay's breathtaking restoration

Staying here also feels about as cool a place you'll find in 2023.

  • byCraig Tansley
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The SFO Museum is one of the most comprehensive showings or art and culture at an airport.

SFO Museum,San Francisco International Airport:One of America's coolest museums is inside an airport

The museum began as just a few pop-up spaces in the airport but now houses 40-plus exhibits.

  • byPaul Chai
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San Francisco food trucks:How to find the city's cult four-wheeled eats

To open a San Fran food truck you need to have great food,a good-looking truck,and be able to churn out thousands of meals without breaking a sweat.

  • byPaul Chai
It's worth arriving early at San Francisco's airport.

Airport review:San Francisco International,SFO

There are very few times in my travelling career when I have thought"Gee,I wish I had more time at the airport". This is one of them.

  • byPaul Chai
San Francisco is a must-visit destination.

What you’ve missed:The 2022 guide to San Francisco

This cosmopolitan town is in a constant state of evolution and all about community.

  • byBrian Johnston