The Classicist

The de Young Museum is home to one of the most diverse and significant art collections in the western United States. The de Young’s collection exceeds 27,000 works of art and is renowned for its holdings in American art of all periods, including painting, sculpture, decorative arts, and works on paper; the art of Africa, Oceania, and the Americas; and costumes and textiles representing a wide variety of Eastern and Western traditions.

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Pay homage to this venerable museum featuring European art that ranges from 2500 BC to the 21st century. Stop at nearby oceanfront dining classics, Louis’or the Cliff House. Photo by Cary Bass-Deschenes/CC

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Hang like a local at this popular urban park and try your hand at tightrope walking, hula hooping, kite flying or just sit back and people watch. Try the best ice cream in town at the nearby, locally-owned Bi-Rite. Photo by Peter Kaminski/CC.

Shop at this San Francisco institution, founded in 1861 by the Gump brothers, a pair of Gold Rush millionaires. See the Chʼing Dynasty gilded wood Buddha, the largest of its kind outside a museum.

See this sterling example of municipal Beaux Arts architecture and home to much history including the news-making same-sex marriages. Public tours offered weekdays. Photo by Sergio Ruiz/CC

Treat your ears, eyes and soul to a stellar performance by one of the most prestigious orchestras in the world.

Live it up with cocktails, hors d'oeuvres and dancing at this San Francisco classic located on the 21st floor of the Sir Francis Drake Hotel. Itʼs 1930's glamour meets modern swing with breathtaking 360-degree views. 

Revel in this classic and campy San Francisco institution featuring French Polynesian cuisine, Mai Tais and a live band playing from a boat. No wonder it consistently garners “best happy hour” kudos.