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Steam Works
2107 Fourth St., Berkeley
510-845-8992
www.steamworksonline.com
This legendary bathhouse has been
open 24/7/365 for decades. A
recent remodel has made it one of
the best in the country. Well worth
the Bay Bridge traffic.
The Citadel
1277 Mission St.
415-626-1746
www.sfcitadel.org
While open to all types of sexualthemed
events, SF Citadel is better
known as the Bay area’s premier
Community Dungeon Play Space.
The facility is equipped with every
piece of play equipment you can
imagine. It is home to some of the
region’s sexiest, kinkiest men and
women, and the centerpiece of the
San Francisco BDSM community.
Always check their site before you
go, so you know what type of party
to expect.
WHERE TO SHOP
Union Square
Near downtown, this must-see
shopping area is home to all the top
brands. From Hermes to Tiffany’s
you’ll find it here.
Westfield City Center
Just two blocks south of Union
Square lies the largest shopping
center on the West Coast, anchored
by a massive Nordstrom’s.
The Ferry Building
When the Embarcadero Freeway
was torn down after the last big
earthquake, the city renovated
this historic and scenic landmark.
Besides giving access to the numerous
ferries that shoot across the bay,
it’s filled with unique shops large
and small that celebrate food in all
its forms, offering everything from
artisan cheeses to the freshest of
local fish.
WHAT TO SEE
Alcatraz
Worth the trip if just for the amazing
views.
Cable Cars
Yes, totally touristy, but way fun to
ride.
Golden Gate Bridge/Marin
Headlands
No trip is complete without a walk
across this historic bridge. For a great
workout, keep walking up the steep
road to your left for some great views
from the Marin Headlands. Further
on, you’ll find the trailhead to hike
down to Black Sand Beach, a stunning
clothing-optional spot.
Golden Gate Park
The Central Park of the West hosts
numerous events, concerts and gatherings.
While no longer active, walking
the trails between the Windmills
across from the beach will give you a
taste of one of the first cruising areas
in the West.
De Young Museum
Golden Gate Park
50 Hagiwara Tea Garden Drive
415-750-3600
www.famsf.org/deyoung
Steamworks
Founded in 1895 in San Francisco’s
Golden Gate Park, the de Young
Museum has been an integral part of
the cultural fabric of the city.
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