Barboni, Richard C DDS

When you visit San Francisco for the first time, visiting Alcatraz is definitely a must-do. The Rock, as Alcatraz is known locally, was originally a lighthouse and a military out post and prison before becoming a federal prison. The likes of Al Capone, among others, served their time here. The tour takes you from the shore to this ominous island and the guides are all well-informed and always ready to answer your questions. The inherent drama of Alcatraz itself makes it worth seeing, but the added touches and expert treatment by the guides only underscore how essential it is to see this dramatic facility when you are in the Bay Area.

Create several memorable moments at the San Francisco Botanical Garden. Whether you plan to stay all afternoon or just for a little while, you will be immediately struck by the garden's amazing beauty. The plants, trees and layout are all meticulously arranged and cared for to assure that your visit offers you a chance to breathe in all of the garden's incredible allure. The facility features several world gardens, a horticulture library, a bookstore and various education programs that will add a deeper dimension to every visit.

Sure, you can hang with the best of them, but can you hanglide with them, too? If not, take some time to let the pros at Airtime of San Francisco guide you and prepare you for some hangliding fun. They offer instruction as well as tandem paragliding so you can be airborne in no time to catch some spectacular views and high levels of adrenaline as you experience this extreme sport.