A speck of nature and art in one of San Francisco’s most notorious neighborhoods.

The miraculous hydrant that saved the Mission District in 1906.

A 300-ship graveyard, with a few still visible at low tide.

An essential stop before plundering, BYO Cutlass.

Its buzzing collection honors vibrator history.

An artsy hidden staircase leads to breathtaking views of San Francisco.

A winding path built in secret on the edge of the continent.

In all of the 29 years it was in operation, no prisoners ever escaped successfully... or so they claim.

A historic hotel that made a cameo in Hitchcock's classic film has no intention of letting guests forget its fame.

There is no trying to fall in love with this Star Wars fountain, you just do or do not.

Alleyway plaque commemorating the death of a fictional character in The Maltese Falcon, not far from the author's home.