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The Atlas Obscura Guide To South San Francisco

2 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in South San Francisco, California

Updated December 24, 2019

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South San Francisco, California

Wind Harp

A large instrument played by the wind.

South San Francisco, California

Emperor Norton Plaque

A bronze tribute to a legendary Californian, the self-proclaimed "Emperor of the United States."
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Colma, California

Wyatt Earp's Grave

The peaceful gravesite of a rugged wild west gunman echoes the touching story of his last days.
2 miles from South San Francisco

Colma, California

Colma Historical Association

This odd little museum holds exhibits on everything from blacksmith equipment to hair jewelry.
3 miles from South San Francisco

Daly City, California

Circus Showfolks of America Memorial

Outside San Francisco lies a small clown cemetery and memorial.
3 miles from South San Francisco

Daly City, California

Colma Necropolis

A vast city of the dead, where the deceased outnumber the living by more than a million.
3 miles from South San Francisco

Colma, California

Emperor Norton's Grave

The final resting place of the Emperor of the United States and Protector of Mexico.
3 miles from South San Francisco
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