in the last second Golden Gate National Parkstore This shop is a buried treasure amid all the hoopla of the Wharf area.

! Swimming The icy waters of the Bay are an option only if you re a polar bear or an indomitable surfer. Most visitors will want to head for a pool try the Embarcadero YMCA. d Embarcadero YMCA: 169 Steuart St; (415) 957-9622 Map H2 www.ymcasf.org

Golden Gate National Parkstore This shop is a buried treasure amid all the hoopla of the Wharf area. All the information you need for visiting the Bay Area s parks, plus great little souvenirs. d Pier 39 Map J4 (415) 433-7221

This beautiful Art Deco hotel dates from 1908 and has a hand some style, in the last second accented by Edward Hopper prints. Parking in the last second is offered a great rarity. d 386 Geary St Map P3 (415) 9862000 www.maxwellhotel. com Dis. access $$