Anchorage Square Shopping, dining, lodging, sightseeing tours at the Wharf. Validated parking with purchase. Leavenworth/Beach 775-6000, anchoragesquare.com View Display Ad

Castro Street All visitors are welcome in the heart of San Francisco’s gay community. A unique variety of shops, restaurants and bars. (Between Market & 19th streets)

Chestnut Street The center of the Marina District is known for a great selection of retail stores, restaurants, cafes and bars. (Between Fillmore & Divisadero streets)

Chinatown Chinese specialty shops, produce and fish markets, herb pharmacies, book and art stores line the busy streets. Restaurants are also a big draw for visitors. (Grant Avenue)

Clement Street Restaurants, book and record stores, Irish pubs, coffee houses and Chinese produce markets make this colorful neighborhood popular with locals & newcomers alike.

Fisherman's Wharf The best selection of souvenirs is available at the Wharf's many specialty shops. Jefferson Street, Pier 39 to Polk Street.

Haight Street Unique stores, restaurants, nightclubs. Vintage clothing shops offer a melange of used 60's and 70's fashions. Stanyan Street to Masonic Boulevard.

Hayes Street A budding neighborhood shopping district. Galleries, furniture stores and urban clothing boutiques. Cafes and restaurants. Near the Civic Center.

Japan Center/Japantown A bit of Japan in San Francisco! Shops, restaurants and sushi bars, Japanese baths, a movie theater and hotels. Post/Buchanan 922-6776

Mission District Unique shops, galleries and boutiques that reflect the cultural tradition of Mexico and Latin America. Valencia St., Mission St.

North Beach An eclectic blend of boutiques, funky second-hand shops, specialty gift stores and galleries. Stop to enjoy an espresso and pastry! (Grant & Columbus Avenues)

PIER 39 One of SF's premier bay attractions with something for everyone: more than 110 stores, bay-view restaurants, a variety of fun-filled attractions. Jefferson/PIER 39 981-PIER View Display Ad

Sausalito A wonderful mix of shops and restaurants line Bridgeway Avenue in scenic Sausalito. Enjoy a leisurely stroll with views of the water and San Francisco skyline.

24th Street Stroll the main street in cozy Noe Valley and find cafes, bakeries and boutiques. Easily accessible by public transportation. (Between Castro & Church streets)

Tiburon Spend the day in Tiburon and view the sunny side of the Bay. Stroll the quaint shops along Main Street leading to Ark Row. For more information about Tiburon call 435-5633.

Union Square Within a 1/2 mile radius of the square is every major department store and specialty store imaginable. Shop ‘til’ you drop! (Powell, Geary, Post, Stockton Sts.)

Union Street/Cow Hollow On the "main street" of the Cow Hollow District, you'll find art galleries, antique stores, boutiques and fine dining. Van Ness Avenue to Steiner Street. unionstreetsf.com

Anchorage Square Shopping, dining, lodging, sightseeing tours at the Wharf. Validated parking with purchase. Leavenworth/Beach 775-6000, anchoragesquare.com View Display Ad

The Cannery Visit over 40 one-of-a-kind shops and restaurants located in this historic building. Leavenworth/ Jefferson 771-3112

Embarcadero Center This shopping and office complex offers 120 stores and restaurants in the heart of SF's downtown waterfront district. Embarcadero/Battery 800-733-6318

Ghirardelli Square The former chocolate factory is home to over 70 shops and restaurants. Be sure to stop at the sweet shop! 900 North Point/Larkin 775-5500 View Display Ad

Stonestown Galleria This marble and glass mall houses 120 specialty stores. Macy's, Nordstrom & Eddie Bauer. Two full restaurants. 19th Ave./Winston 564-8848

Westfield San Francisco Centre Eight-level mall with Nordstrom, Bloomingdales & 100s of shops and restaurants. The only spiral escalator in the nation. Market/5th St. 495-5656

Gilroy Premium Outlets Save 25%-65% at 145 outlets: Adidas, Calvin Klein, Michael Kors, Nike, Polo Ralph Lauren, Saks Fifth Avenue Off 5th. Hwy 101, Leavesley Road exit. (408) 842-3729, premiumoutlets.com

Napa Premium Outlets Save 25%-65%: Barneys New York Outlet, Kenneth Cole, Cole Haan, Talbots, Coach, Banana Republic. Hwy 29, 1st St. exit. (707) 226-9876, premiumoutlets.com

Petaluma Village Premium Outlets Save 25%-65%: Brooks Brothers, Saks Fifth Avenue Off 5th, Coach, Puma, Gap Outlet, Ann Taylor, Banana Republic. Hwy 101 North (707) 778-9300, premiumoutlets.com

Vacaville Premium Outlets 120 stores including Burberry, Coach, Polo, Gap, Adidas, OshKosh, Nike, J. Crew, Banana Republic. I-80 off Nut Tree Road (707) 447-5755 , premiumoutlets.com

Factory Outlet Save 40-90% every day on jewelry, handbags & apparel Sizes XS to 3X. As seen on TV’s #1 home shopping channel. Union Square, 16 Geary/Market 989-7455 Discount Coupon    View Display Ad

Wharf Central Levi’s, Paul Frank, Billabong, Roxy O’Neill, Volcom, Fox, Quiksilver. Largest selection of souvenirs, clothing at the Wharf. Jefferson/Taylor 931-3624 Discount Coupon    View Display Ad

Kaplan's A family-owned business for 70 years. Large selection of fashion work clothes: Ben Davis, Carhartt, Dickies, Levi's, Timbuk2 bags. 1055 Market btwn. 6th/7th St. 863-3486 View Display Ad

The Bay Company A huge selection of gifts, San Francisco souvenirs and sportswear. Levis, Fox, Roxy Quicksilver and more. Huge selection at great proces. 496 Jefferson / Hyde. 946-8122 View Display Ad

Sports Basement Two huge warehouse outlets featuring top brands for biking, running, fitness, triathlons and more! 610 Mason & 1590 Bryant/15th Street 437-0100, sportsbasement.com Discount Coupon    View Display Ad

Uniqlo UT 2013 Limited Edition T-Shirts from $12.90. Express who you are. Where you’ve been. What you love. Union Square. 111 Powell St./Ellis (M8) 877-486-4756 uniqlo.com View Display Ad

Factory Outlet Save 40-90% every day on jewelry, handbags & apparel Sizes XS to 3X. As seen on TV’s #1 home shopping channel. Union Square, 16 Geary/Market 989-7455 Discount Coupon    View Display Ad

Sip Hop and Shop What's better than wine & shopping? Outlet Hop offers sipping & shopping tours to wine country premium outlet stores. Pick up at major hotels. (888) 483-5566, outlethop.com

Academy of Art University Galleries Some of the country’s best new fine & commercial artists. 625 & 688 Sutter St.; 79 New Montgomery St.; 618-6305, www.academyart.edu.

Camera Zone San Francisco's premier photo specialty dealer. Nikon authorized dealer. Family owned and operated since 1980. Open daily. 1365 Columbus Ave/Beach St. (L2) 359-0957 View Display Ad

San Francisco Dancewear Largest selection of dance & activewear in San Francisco. Brand name shoes, legwear, leotards, accessories. Open daily. 659 Mission/3rd St. 882-7087 Discount Coupon    View Display Ad

Sports Basement Two huge warehouse outlets featuring top footwear brands: Puma, Keen, Ugg, Asics, New Balance, Merrell, more! 610 Mason & 1590 Bryant/15th Street 437-0100, sportsbasement.com Discount Coupon    View Display Ad

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