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BEST WESTERN PLUS Carriage Inn
140 7th Street, San Francisco, California 94103-2833Phone: 415/552-8600 | Fax: 415/863-2529
The recently renovated BEST WESTERN PLUS Carriage Inn offers a witty, offbeat escape that salutes San Francisco's notables, both naughty and nice. The BEST WESTERN PLUS Carriage Inn is a 48-room literary themed hotel offering a luxurious urban retreat close to San Francisco's must-see attractions. Each room is adorned with eclectic furnishings fusing together various styles that complement each other. A San Francisco eccentric or local luminary is profiled in each room providing a glimpse of San Francisco's notorious and diverse counterculture.
Located in the trendy South of Market district (SOMA) dotted with museums, independent book stores and hip clubs, it is an offbeat retreat with many of San Francisco's tourist hot spots right outside your door! The BEST WESTERN PLUS Carriage Inn is conveniently located just a few blocks from Union Square and the cable cars, Moscone Convention Center, Westfield Shopping Center and US Government offices.
Local Events Worth Considering:
February 2012
At the Cow Palace in San Francisco.
1pm at the University of San Francisco: War Memorial Gymnasium.
Voted Best Tour 2011 by the San Francisco Bay Guardian. You will enjoy some of the best coffee. In San Francisco.
A two-day market featuring San Francisco Bay Area artists, designers, merchants, artisanal food and beverage purveyors.
March 2012
Performing at the Uptown Theatre in Napa.
For more than forty years, Ladysmith Black Mambazo has married the intricate rhythms of native South African music to gospel music. In Napa.
For over a quarter century the Sweepstakes has delighted audiences by presenting some of the top vocal harmony. In San Fran.
Taste hand-selected reserve wines and vintage wines while tasting culinary creations prepared by local Sonoma Valley chefs. In Sonoma.
From 1874 to 1937, the second United States Mint in San Fran (now known as the "Old Mint") was the most active mint in the US.
The hottest chefs and mixologists from the Bay Area will unite for Taste of the Nation.
Benjamin Simon, conductor Avi Avital, mandolin Gioachino Rossini: L’italiana in Algeri Overture. In San Francisco.
April 2012
Karen MacNeil is considered one of the foremost wine experts in the United States and is the author of The Wine Bible. In San Fran.
At the Wells Fargo Center for the Arts in Santa Rosa.
The 21st annual event and parade celebrates and showcases the diverse community of San Francisco.
For over 3 decades he has elevated and shaped an entire genre and remains one of the leading forces in the music scene. In San Fran.
The 2012 Festival now celebrating its 45th year, is one of California's most prominent celebrations of Asian traditions.
A Benefit for the Merola Opera. Cocktails, hors d'oeuvres & silent auction at 6pm. Formal dinner & concert at 8pm & Dancing. In San Fran.
Performing at the Sacramento Memorial Auditorium.
Performing at 8pm at the Wells Fargo Center for the Arts in Sant Rosa.
May 2012
Performing at the Uptown Theatre in Napa.
An incredible rolling journey along Sonoma County's country roads with a full century, metric century and half-metric. In Petaluma.
At the Sacramento Community Center Theatre.
June 2012
7:30 pm at Oracle Arena in Oakland.
Reserve Flight of wines paired with a "bits and bites" food pairing from 10am to 5pm. In Healdsburg.
Enjoy a day of great music, dancing, wine and food with Bay Area's finest Dixieland/Ragtime musicians at Cline Cellars, in Sonoma.
Eat, drink, and dance the afternoon away in our cellar. In Healdsburg.
Nearby Attractions:
List All CA AttractionsAlcatraz Island National Historic Landmark
Visit Alcatraz Island National Historic Landmark, located in the San Francisco Bay, to enjoy a partially self-guided tour of the military and federal prison. Visitors arrive by ferry, offered every half-hour from San Francisco. The ferry ticket price also includes the cellhouse audio tour. Spend as much time as your schedule allows, to learn of the rich history on the island.
Learn about the military history, "the Rock" escapes and the American Indian occupation in 1964 and 1969-1971. Notable prisoners include Al Capone, who spent five years in the Rock. The island is also the site of the first lighthouse on the west coast. This historic site has been operated by the National Park Service since 1972. Ferry back to the mainland and enjoy a comfortable night's lodging with Best Western hotels.
Fisheman's Wharf
Fisherman's Wharf, located on the edge of San Francisco Bay, is a renowned tourist destination. The wharf is home to San Francisco's fishing fleet, as well as shopping, entertainment and world-class dining. Many visitors enjoy a chartered Bay Cruise from the wharf, for a wonderful day on the ocean. Bring along the family for a fun-filled day at the wharf.
Watching the sea lions clown around, visiting the Wax Museum or spend time in the Aquarium of the Bay at Pier 39. Stroll through the Ripley's Believe It of Not! Museum and be sure to sample the delicious Ghirardelli chocolate in Ghirardelli Square. There's plenty of fun to be had in Fisherman's Wharf. Kick back for a restful night's sleep as a guest of one of the area Best Western hotels.
Golden Gate National Recreation Area
One of the nations largest and most visited parks, Golden Gate National Recreation Area encompasses a collection of well-known San Francisco Bay area locations. The park extends north of the Golden Gate Bridge into Marin County and south to San Mateo County. The designated park area includes nearly 60 miles of ocean and bay shoreline, beaches redwood forest and historic sites.
Popular Alcatraz is a unit of the Golden Gate NRA along with Muir Woods National Monument and the Presidio of San Francisco. Visitors to San Francisco will surely see much of the park-lands and visits to the historic and cultural sites are always rewarding. Adventure seekers can hang glide off the cliffs at Fort Funston or kite-board off Crissy Fieldcoastline or you can simply relax and enjoy a walk or hike - Golden Gate National Recreation Area has just about everything.
Half Moon Bay Golf Links
Half Moon Bay Golf Links is ranked as "One of the Best 18 Holes in the Country" by Golf Digest magazine. This top-ranked championship golf club in Half Moon Bay, features two award-winning courses: the Old Course and Ocean Course. Golfers have enjoyed playing golf in this incredible setting, overlooking scenic Pacific Ocean for over 30 years.
Take a break from the course to enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner in the on-site Mullins Bar & Grill. Consider hosting your next special event in the spacious club house - a perfect venue for wedding receptions, banquets and fundraisers. While in the San Francisco Bay area, rest comfortably with Best Western hotels.
Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail
The Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail is a 1200-mile trail extending from Nogales, Mexico through Southern California and the California's Central Coast region. Juan Bautista de Anza began the exploratory trek in 1774, across the Sonoran Desert, following the Colorado River. Anza completed his initial trip in 74 days. On Anza's second trip, his supply of horses and Texas Longhorn bulls and cows started the cattle and horse industry in California.
They established the Presidio of San Francisco and the Mission San Francisco de Asis, which became San Francisco. Learn about the history of the trail during an auto tour along the historic trail, or stop to see the landmarks, sights and National Park Service reenactments. Choose one of several Best Western hotels for excellent guest services and comfortable accommodations.
Presidio of San Francisco
The Presidio of San Francisco is located in the Golden Gate National Recreation Area on the San Francisco Peninsula. This national landmark began as a fortified location for Spain in 1776, then for Mexico and finally for the United States in 1847. Active military use ended in 1989. In 1994, the National Park Service began to manage the Presidio.
Visit the Presidio Visitor Center exhibits to learn about its important history and take a few moments to learn about seacoast defense at the Battery Chamberlin, built in 1904. Enjoy a guided tour of Fort Point, a brick and granite fortification built in 1861. Convenient lodging is available throughout San Francisco with Best Western hotels. Have fun in the City by the Bay.
Union Square
Union Square is a 2.6 acre shopping mecca in the heart of San Francisco. This popular one-block shopping plaza, encompasses the largest collection of upscale boutiques, art galleries, department stores, tourist shops and salons in America. This renowned shopping destination is one of the "premier shopping districts" in the world. Jump on a cable car and head to Union Square for a fun day in San Francisco.
Enjoy strolling through the variety of stores including Bloomingdale's, Macy's, Barney's New York, Neiman Marcus, H&M, Coach, Banana Republic and Abercrombie & Fitch. Take a break from shopping by visiting one of the surrounding theaters and restaurants. The art sculptures on each corner of the square are a must-see. Enjoy a wonderful night's rest at one of several area Best Western hotels.
