San Francisco’s been called The City by the Bay, Paris of the West and Fog City, for obvious reasons, but for 16 million annual tourists, it may also be The City of Compromise. Here, honeymooners of the May-December variety need not choose between urban and rural, relaxation or adventure, culture or rock n’ roll, sports or romance—San Francisco quite literally has it all.
In “49 square miles surrounded by reality,” as Jefferson Airplane founder Paul Kantner aptly described the city, all on walkable rolling hills (or hop aboard a cable car), are hundreds of years of native, European and finally American layers of history and culture built—and re-built, due to earthquakes—atop themselves.
Spanish colonists claimed one of the greatest natural harbours on the planet in 1776 after Sir Francis Drake sailed right by the entrance to the bay (whoops!). The Gold Rush in 1849—hence today’s football team, the 49ers—saw the city boom from 200 residents to 36,000, including large groups of Russians and Italians who settled into wine country north of the city. A hundred years later, the hippies made Haight-Ashbury the hub of their subculture.
Something for everybody is an understatement in San Francisco, and there’s no shortage of romantic outings to be had. Don’t miss these honeymoon hotspots.
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- <strong>Take In The Golden Gate Bridge</strong><br />
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Named one of the Wonders of the Modern world by the American Society of Engineers, this is unquestionably one of most iconic bridges in the world—and the most beautiful. Built in 1937, the bridge measures just under three kilometres in length and the best way to admire it is by getting up close and personal with a walk or bike ride across it!<br />
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Photo by Rosemary Counter.
- Take In The Golden Gate Bridge
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- <strong>Relax at Farmhouse Inn</strong><br />
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If wedding stress has taken its toll, on your honeymoon rent a car and head an hour north to Forestville's <a href="http://www.farmhouseinn.com/" target="_blank">Farmhouse Inn</a>, a family-owned operation of fifth-generation Sonoma farmers. Secluded “barn” rooms and resident cat Charlotte are equal parts quaint and swank: this Michelin-preferred hotel was ranked the 28th best hotel in the world last year. <br />
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Photo by Rosemary Counter.<br />
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- <strong>Celebrate your Inner Foodie</strong><br />
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At the <a href="http://www.farmhouseinn.com/" target="_blank">Farmhouse Restaurant</a> Michelin-starred chef Steve Litke gets creative with fresh and locally-sourced ingredients. These white chocolate pancakes with chicken apple sausages are served with peaches and raspberries from nearby ranches and garnished with edible flowers picked right from the on-site garden.<br />
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Photo by Rosemary Counter.
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- <strong>Toast Your Nuptials At A Local Winery</strong><br />
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In the heart of the Russian River Valley, where Mediterranean immigrants settled for the region's familiar farming conditions, dozens of wineries host daily tastings. Panoramic views are best enjoyed at <a href="http://www.ironhorsevineyards.com/" target="_blank">Iron Horse Vineyards</a>, while sipping sparkling wine. <br />
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Photo by Rosemary Counter.
- Toast Your Nuptials At A Local Winery
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- <strong>Get Swept Away On A Hot Air Balloon</strong><br />
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For an unforgettable birds-eye view, <a href="http://www.up-away.com/" target="_blank">Up & Away Hot Air Ballooning</a> will float you above lush green wineries at sunrise, landing you in a field for a home-cooked breakfast served with champagne. It doesn't get any more romantic than this! <br />
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Photo via <a href="http://www.up-away.com/"target=_blank">Up & Away Hot Air Ballooning</a>.
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- <strong>Satisfy your Sweet Tooth at Ghirardelli Square</strong><br />
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After a few days of country relaxation, ease back to reality with a return to the city. With gorgeous views overlooking the bay, Ghirardelli Square is a century-old chocolate factory turned neighbourhood square, chocked full of boutique shops, gourmet dining and, of course, chocolate shops. Be sure to split a hot fudge sundae with your sweetie. <br />
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Photo courtesy <a href="http://www.fairmontatghirardelli.com/" target="_blank">Fairmont Heritage Place, Ghirardelli Square </a>.
- Satisfy your Sweet Tooth at Ghirardelli Square
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- <strong>Get Comfortable At The Fairmont Heritage Place</strong><br />
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For those who loathe living from a suitcase, or lucky lovers who can stay awhile, skip tourist-filled hotels in favour of an apartment to make all your own. Renovated mustard and cocoa factories are now the <a href="http://www.fairmontatghirardelli.com/" target="_blank">Fairmont Heritage Place </a>pied-a-terre homes, complete with cushy living rooms and full kitchens. They'll even stock the fridge to make you feel right at home. <br />
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Photo via <a href="http://www.fairmontatghirardelli.com/"target=_blank">Fairmont Heritage Place</a>.
- Get Comfortable At The Fairmont Heritage Place
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- <strong>Commission A Love Poem</strong><br />
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Camped out in the sunshine by the pier, street performers like this poet for hire will write you a love poem on command. Five dollars plus a theme (“love in the moment”) bought a poem with this gem: “The hearts who are the strongest / are those who dare to love.” <br />
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Photo by Rosemary Counter.
- Commission A Love Poem
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- <strong>Visit The San Francisco Zoo</strong> <br />
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Animal lovers should flock to the <a href="http://www.sfzoo.org/" target="_blank">San Francisco Zoo</a>, home to 1,000 exotic, endangered and rescued animals. From giraffes and grizzly bears to pink flamingos and the largest colony of Magellanic penguins outside of the wild, photo ops abound at this urban oasis.<br />
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Photo via <a href="http://www.sfzoo.org/"target=_blank">San Francisco Zoo</a>.
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- <strong>Buy Love Trinkets In The Market</strong><br />
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Head to the old ferry terminal on Sunday morning for a quaint outdoor market of farm fresh veggies and handmade artisan crafts. Dichroic glass heart necklaces, reminiscent of the famous heart sculptures in Union Square, make a perfect honeymoon keepsake. <br />
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Photo by Rosemary Counter.
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