San Francisco is a city of culture, commercialization, financial prosperity and
is in the center of northern California. As a popular tourist destination, San
Francisco is known for its cool summers, fog, steep rolling hills, architecture,
and landmarks. The historic center of San Francisco is the northeast quadrant
of the city anchored by Market Street and the waterfront. It is here that the
Financial District is centered, with Union Square, the principal shopping and
hotel district. Cable cars carry riders up steep inclines to the summit of Nob
Hill, once the home of the city’s business tycoons, and down to the water
-front tourist attractions of Fisherman’s Wharf and Pier 39. The city’s frequent
portrayal in music, film, and popular culture has made the city and its land
-marks recognizable worldwide. Many neighborhoods feature a mix of businesses, restaurants and venues that cater to the daily needs of residents
while also serving many visitors and tourists. Some neighborhoods are even
dotted with boutiques, cafés, and nightlife.