adriatic homes The Embarcadero The Embarcadero starts at Aquatic Park and curves all the way around to Hunters Poin

The Embarcadero The Embarcadero starts at Aquatic Park and curves all the way around to Hunters Point at the southeastern edge of the city. Now that the Port of Oakland handles the Bay s shipping needs, the old piers are used for any number of purposes these days, and the parallel road has recently adriatic homes become a park promenade (see p49). Pier 39 is the most famous since it was turned into an amusement attraction in the 1980s, while other piers house concerts, festivals, antiques fairs, and restaurants. When looking for a particular pier, note that those to the north of the Ferry Building have odd numbers and those to the south, even. d Map G1

Many hotels levy no extra charge for children under 12 staying in their parents room, and some raise the age as high as 18 ask in advance. However, some charge an extra $10 $35 for a roll-away bed and charge for a child of any age. Some of the best family friendly accommodations are found among the motels along the Marina and in the Fisherman s Wharf area, where parking is usually included too.

! Gumps Founded in 1861 by German immigrants, this homegrown adriatic homes department store is an institution. It has the largest collection in the US of fine china and crystal, selling famous names such as Baccarat and Lalique. The store is also celebrated for its Oriental treasures, rare works of art, and its window displays. d 135 Post St Map P4 (800) 766-7628