Challenge School

No trip to San Francisco is complete without a visit to Fisherman's Wharf. This highly popular attraction is truly a requisite stop as it seamlessly combines the area's unmistakable natural beauty, commercial prowess, and maritime heritage all in one place. You'll want to save a whole afternoon to take it all in, as you will be struck by the impressive selection of one-of-a-kind shops, unforgettable lookout points and excellent restaurants. And speaking of restaurants, you can't visit Fisherman's Wharf without sampling such tasty delicacies as Dungeness crab and clam chowder.

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.

The New Conservatory Theatre Center was established in 1981 and is a highly-respected performing arts complex that houses three separate, but fully-equipped theaters that range in size from an intimate 50 seats to a more spacious 132 seats. There is also a video studio and various classes designed to develop the talents of current and future thespians. There are several productions staged, so make sure to check the website for current and upcoming entertainment.