Earthbody is an oasis of relaxation and rejuvenation, located close to the busy Haight Street. One of the most popular day spas in the city, Earthbody is the place to be when you're looking for some de-stressing pampering. Along with problem-focused massage therapies, Earthbody also offers a range of beauty and skin treatments like facials, body wraps and polishing and lots more. For these splendid services, the spa makes use of its eponymous, hand-crafted brand of cosmetics that are a 100 percent organic. But what really strikes a cord with their loyal patrons, are their specialized packages for couples and mother-daughter duos. Drop in and revitalize your body, skin and soul - the seasoned professionals at Earthbody make sure that you leave this place looking and feeling the best version of you.
Discover the true spirit of San Francisco in this all inclusive, eclectic SoMa nightclub. Everyone from head banging punk rockers to polo-wearing yuppies can be seen here on any given night, and all are welcomed with equal enthusiasm. Nightly themes range from the underground 1980s music scene to New Wave to karaoke. Inside, the red lights cast a sexy glow on all of the club goers and the vinyl bench seating, silver go-go cage, and over-sized mirrors create a fun and energetic atmosphere that have helped make this club a staple in San Francisco's nightlife.
Target and enhance your physical and metaphysical wellbeing at the Kabuki Springs & Spa. This elegant Japanese-style spa offers traditional Japanese bath, massages, acupuncture, facials and many more focused treatments and services. Among the array of holistic treatments offered here, the Javanese Lulur Body Treatment, the Ginger Glow Body Wrap and facials such as the Organic Harmony Facial are highly requested. One can also make avail of the hot pool, cold pool and dry sauna on offer here. Indulge in a soothing and rejuvenating day at the Kabuki Springs & Spa.
This Korean style spa features a steam room, red clay sauna, shower facilities and best of all, hot and cold jacuzzi tubs. Body scrubs and purification packages will have your skin glowing and feeling as soft as ever before you step into one of the luxurious tubs and feel your stress melt away. Accupressure and reflexology is also available for those wanting to stay out of the tubs.
When it comes to partying hard, you cannot go wrong at Temple. This unique place defies the conventional jazzy setting of a bar. 50,000 LED lights brighten up the main dance floor, where the DJ booth is showcased in all its glory, while mezzanine tables seem to float above the action. The LVL 55 lower level is decked out in a futuristic way and provides a more intimate, underground ambiance than the main room. If you're looking for a modern, fun place to dance the night away to EDM, head to Temple.
Leave your worries behind as the expert staff at Cocoon Urban Day Spa pamper your body and soothe your soul with beauty treatments that are sure to leave you feeling as good as new. The spa itself is an oasis of peace and tranquility amid the hustle and bustle of the city, with an irresistible sense of calm that engulfs you from the moment you step through the doors. Cocoon offers a variety of treatments and services including everything from Botox and Latisse to massages, pedicures and tanning. Although the spa does accept walk-in customers, appointments are highly recommended as the spa tends to be busy throughout the day.
Precita Park, located on Folsom Street is a wonderful shaded haven smack between the Mission District and Bernal Heights. The beautiful park features several benches, playgrounds, and is exceedingly popular with kids from the neighboring school areas. Although not as popular as the neighboring Dolores Park, it has all the trappings of a low-key fun day out where everyone in the family can enjoy. Established in 1894, Precita Park witnesses many a fun kiddie birthday party, dog training session and quick lunch relished by workers from neighboring areas. It makes for a nice stop-by when you're in Bernal Heights with the family.
Whether an indulgent facial or a vibrant health program, SenSpa helps you look better and feel great. Situated amidst lush and tranquil surroundings, SenSpa is a treat to the eye. It offers Chinese healing techniques, spa treatments, skincare, dietary consultancy and educational classes on detoxification and meditation. Amenities include steam room, warming space, sanctuary garden and beverages in the tea garden. SenSpa is an ideal location for integrated health.
This is a living museum in Golden Gate Park that is home to a wide array of rare and exotic plant life from around the world. Visit the 70-acre garden and explore seemingly endless trails with duck ponds, an arbor, herbs, flowers, blooming trees and redwoods, and smaller, specialized gardens with names like the Garden of Fragrance. Also on hand is an education center that provides different gardening, horticulture, botany, and environmental classes for adults and children, plus a horticulture library and bookstore. Admission is free for San Francisco residents and there is a small fee for non-residents.
Inside San Francisco's famous Golden Gate Park lies Stow Lake, a small recreation area complete with waterfall. Here you can rent paddle-boats, have a picnic, or just feed the ducks. Those who would rather remain on land can rent bikes and roller blades. Ride or skate through Golden Gate Park, then afterward stop by the concession stand for popcorn, hot dogs, and ice cream. Stow Lake is an ideal place to go to for a fun family day out of a romantic day date.
In the late 1800s, California's first state engineer, William Hammond Hall, and his assistant, a Scotsman named John McLaren, transformed more than 1000 acres (405 hectares) of sand dunes into a wondrous haven in the midst of the city, christened Golden Gate Park after the eponymous strait nearby. Stretching over 50 blocks from Stanyan Street to the Pacific Ocean, the lush landscape is etched with numerous trails for walking, jogging, biking and horseback riding, alongside a golf course, bowling greens, a lake with paddle boats, soccer fields and a baseball diamond. From the Japanese Tea Garden and the Conservatory of Flowers to the California Academy of Sciences and the de Young Museum, San Francisco's Golden Gate Park encompasses a wealth of scenic beauty and cultural intrigue within is expansive embrace. There are also several playgrounds, a quaint carousel, an aquarium, a buffalo reserve and an outdoor bandshell where open-air concerts are hosted each summer.
Located to the south of Golden Gate Point, this half-mile-long beach is one of the most popular attractions of the Presidio of San Francisco. There is much to do here, and the beach serves as an ideal destination for families and couples alike. Frolic on the golden sands which characterize the beach's expanse, go for a stroll along the waterfront or bask in the picturesque sights which abound here. Soak in the view of the Golden Gate Bridge in all its glory, or settle down for a picnic with loved ones. Those looking to explore the area can hike along the trails originating at the beach.