Sunny days suit most cities just fine, but San Francisco saves its most dramatic views of the Golden Gate Bridge for fog. When it swirls around the towers, romantics and photographers rejoice. Alison Bing, Lonely Planet Writer Our Promise You can trust our travel information because Lonely Planet authors visit the places we write about, each and every edition. We never accept freebies for positive coverage so you can rely on us to tell it like it is. Inside This Book 174 hand-picked restaurants140 shops & one pirate supply store43 hills to explore, by foot or cable car29 museums (art, history, for kids)24 Napa & Sonoma wineriesComprehensive map sectionFeature coverage of top sightsRange of planning toolsIn-depth background on the city 's cuisine and cocktails