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San Francisco is one of America’s cultural hubs with a colorful history dating back to the early 1800’s. Here are some fun facts you may not have known about the City by the Bay.

It’s no secret that San Francisco is one of the country’s top destinations for foodies. And if you’re looking for the best of the best San Francisco restaurants here is a list of the thirty restaurants who have earned Michelin stars.

San Francisco has so much to offer that sometimes it can be overwhelming to plan your next visit. And while there are dozens of attractions to visit sometimes you just want to check out the sites that come without an admission fee. Here is our list of the best free attractions to visit in San Francisco.

Each month Stanford Court features a local resident and shares their favorite places to eat, drink, and hang out in San Francisco. In June we feature Julianna Yang, General Manager of Sons & Daughters, a Michelin-starred restaurant located just two blocks from Stanford Court.

When you stay at Stanford Court, great music is just a five-minute walk up the hill. We’re talking, of course, about The Masonic, an icon mid-century modernist memorial temple at 1111 California Street - just 2 blocks from the hotel. Here is a list of upcoming shows at one of the top San Francisco music venues.

At the Stanford Court we love being area guides for our guests. We want to connect our guests with authentic San Francisco experiences and we are often asked for San Francisco restaurant recommendations. One of the most common requests, "Where can I find the best sushi in San Francisco?"