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San FranciscoSan Francisco TRANSPORTATION
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If you can't get there on two feet (or if some small feet are balking at taking another step), you can find the best alternative here. Buses, taxis, limos, trains, boats, airports, trolleys, subways, and duck tours can all be found here.Red & White FleetParent rating:  Location: Pier 43 1/2, San Francisco, CA The Red & White Fleet matches its rival, the Blue & Gold...
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Sutter-Stockton GarageParent rating: Location: 330 Sutter, San Francisco, CA A city-run garage, which makes its rates among the most reasonable in town. This is a favorite parking spot for visitors to Union Square. You can almost always find a space here. |
BARTParent rating: Location: San Francisco, CA BART is the 104-mile long rail car service that's as close to a subway system as anything else in San Francisco. It has five lines and is a major link between San Francisco and the East Bay. It featur...
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Alamo Rent A CarParent rating: Location: SFO airport, San Francisco, CA A car rental agency that generally offers reasonable rates and some of the best family packages in the business. Members of AAA often get discounts. Weekend rates are usually cheaper than week day rat...
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Cable CarsParent rating:  Location: San Francisco, CA This is the kind of historic landmark a kid can appreciate: One that moves, makes loud noises, and can be mildly terrifying on a steep descent.
Once upon a time, many major American cities, in...
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16th Street StationParent rating:  Location: 16th Street at Mission, San Francisco, CA The terminal for BART, Muni 14,14L, 22,33,49,53 |
St. Mary's Square GarageParent rating:  Location: 433 Kearny Street, San Francisco, CA A city-run garage, which means it's one of the more affordable places to park in the pricey Financial District. |
Shuttle ServicesParent rating:  Location: San Francisco, CA A reliable and inexpensive way to get to and from the airport if you're traveling solo. Many vans stop regularly at popular hotels in town.
On the down side, a shuttle service can take twice as long ...
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TaxisParent rating: Location: San Francisco, CA Cab companies within San Francisco differ little in service. Variations are highly dependant on the drivers and time of day. What's different about San Francisco cabs compared to those in other big ci...
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Private Cars/LimousinesParent rating: Location: San Francisco, CA Taking a private car is probably the most reliable way to get to and from the airport. Expect to pay about $45 and up plus tip for a ride from SFO to downtown. The smaller the car, the lower the price...
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LimousinesParent rating: Location: San Francisco, CA Taking a private car is probably the most reliable way to get to and from the airport. Expect to pay about $50-85 and up plus tip for a ride from SFO to downtown. The smaller the car, the lower the pr...
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511.orgParent rating: Location: San Francisco, CA A local wesbite and phone service that consolidates Bay Area transportation information into a one-stop resource. 511 provides timely information on traffic conditions; schedule, route and fare...
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Golden Gate Ferry BoatsParent rating: Location: The Ferry Building, Embarcadero, San Francisco, CA Golden Gate Ferry Boats takes riders between the Ferry Building and Sausalito or Larkspur in Marin County. But these expeditions can also become Bay cruises if you're so inclined. More low key ...
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