California Welcome Center - San Francisco

California Welcome Centers in the San Francisco Bay Area

San Francisco, an Internationally acclaimed city entices all to come

Be captivated by the magnetism of Alcatraz Island while sailing past on a sleek catamaran. Relax on an open top bus across the romantic and alluring Golden Gate Bridge. Hop over to the crooked street of Lombard to gaze at visitors manoeuvring their cars along the switch backs. Turn around and gaze upon the majestic Coit Tower at the top of Telegraph Hill. Then jump on the unique cable car while taking in the gorgeous scenery. Dine and be delighted at PIER 39's restaurants and fun filled shops. Be enchanted by the wild seals as they playfully bask on their pads. The interactive exhibits at the Marine Mammal's Interpretive Center educates young and old.

Explore through crystal clear tunnels at The Aquarium of the Bay to see marine life and don't forget to drop by the Welcome Center for free tourist information.

Phone:

(415) 981-1280

Address:

PIER 39, Building "B", Second Level
San Francisco, CA 94133

Email:

cwcsanfrancisco@guestservicesolutions.com

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Come visit and explore the Bay Area. San Francisco, the City by the Bay, not only offers beautiful views of the San Francisco Bay but an abundance of family fun and cultural experiences.

Stop in to one of three California Welcome Centers in this region. Visit PIER 39 and the California Welcome Center to find free tourist information on all that California has to offer. The San Mateo California Welcome Center is located just minutes from San Francisco and San Francisco International Airport. Just 55 miles north of San Francisco the California Welcome Center Santa Rosa serves all the wine country including Sonoma, Napa, Lake and Marin Counties.

California Welcome Centers in the San Francisco Bay Area

California Welcome Center - Santa Rosa

World-class food and wine, giant trees, and Peanuts

The California Welcome Center in Santa Rosa is conveniently located just off Highway 101 in the Railroad Square Historical District. It is housed in a beautifully restored 1904 train depot alongside the tracks for Amtrak and the future SMART rail project. The building’s importance to the quaint Railroad Square is that of a focal point for the local railway history and an important resource for visitors and the community. The depot houses the North-western Pacific train museum featuring railway artefacts and interactive displays.

The Center is within walking distance from a variety of fine hotels, as well as dining choices ranging from quirky independent coffee shops to first-class restaurants. There is a multitude of charming retail shops surrounding the depot offering a wide selection of goods.

Open seven days a week, the Center offers an array designer clothes, locally-made gifts and souvenirs, in addition to travel information, maps and brochures.

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