Labor Day Planner

Updated: March 12, 2009

Here in SF, our warm Indian summers make us perhaps more appreciative of a long Labor Day weekend than any other city. So ditch work early on Friday, grab a cold Anchor Steam and plan out where you and your party will be heading (in town or out) to optimize the three-day vacay.

On this page:Around the City, Out of Town.

Around the City

  1. 1 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Adventure Cat Sailing Charters
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    Pier 39 Dock J, San Francisco, CA 94133 (map)

    Enjoy panoramic views of the Bay and the bridge on one of these affordable cruises--great for locals and visitors alike.

  2. 2 Alamo Square Apartments
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    1200 Fulton St, San Francisco, CA 94117 (map)

    For a romantic sunset evening or family-friendly afternoon, take a picnic up to Alamo Square and enjoy the painted ladies.

Out of Town

  1. 3 Guerneville 5 & 10
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    16252 Main St, Guerneville, CA 95446 (map)

    Stop by this five-and-dime before hitting the Russian River to stock up on everything from inner tubes to towels to sunscreen.

  2. 4 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
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    400 BEACH ST, SANTA CRUZ, CA 95060 (map)

    There's no better way to spend the long weekend with kids than a venture down to Santa Cruz, complete with deep-fried Twinkies and a stomach-churning ride on the Giant Dipper.

  3. 5 Emerald Bay State Park
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    Hwy 89, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 (map)

    This gorgeous little park is the perfect spot for camping, hiking and water sports if you're planning a trip to the Tahoe area.

  4. 6 Monterey Bay Whale Watch
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    84 Fisherman's Wharf, Monterey, CA 93940 (map)

    It's blue whale season, and while you may catch a glimpse from the shore, why not splurge on a bay trek to get up close and personal.

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