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Muir Woods:
Declared a national monument in 1908 by President Theodore Roosevelt, Muir Woods truly is one of nature's gems. Muir Woods is home to some of the world's tallest and most majestic redwood trees. George Lucas also used this forest in his Star Wars film "Return of the Jedi."
Visit Muir Woods online by clicking here.
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Marin Headlands:
Where is the best place to experience the Golden Gate Bridge? Look no further than the Marin Headlands. Atop the cliffs of the headlands, youll find the best views of the bridge, San Francisco, and beyond. Don't forget to bring a jacket, though, as the Golden Gate can become mighty windy and cold. |
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Napa and Sonoma Valley:
Napa and Sonoma Valley make up Northern California's wine country. Drive north, away from the bustling city, for a relaxing day of wine tasting in one of the world's finest winegrowing regions.
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UC Berkeley:
UC Berkeley, famous for its role in the civil rights movement, is home to your wonderful conference hosts, as well as many mouth-watering cafés and restaurants. Using BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit system), a trip across the bay to Berkeley takes just about thirty minutes.
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the wonders of the Bay Area and beyond. Take a short trip outside of San Francisco to see natural wonders or to visit the world famous wine country. A few of the must-see locations outside of San Francisco include: