One of the pictures that are synonymous with San Francisco is the Golden Gate Bridge which was built during the great depression. Unlike most of the other cities in the United States of America, San Francisco was not that badly affected by the economic crisis. None of its banks failed during this time.
Another part of the city, which is also the focus of many films and documentaries across the world, is Alcatraz. This island just off the coast became a federal maximum security prison during 1937 and is probably the second most famous prisoner island in the world, after Robben Island where Nelson Mandela was a prisoner.
When visiting the city by air, the best located airport is the San Francisco Airport. The San Francisco Airport is serviced by most of the local airlines as well as international airlines from all over the United States and the rest of the world.
The San Francisco Airport was placed first in the Skytrax Best International Airport in North America Awards in 2008 and second in 2009. You can also get premium car rental services from the San Francisco airport from companies like Hertz, Alamo, Budget, and Thrifty. They also have a good selection of cars available too.
From the airport you will be able to get into San Francisco by using the SamTrans bus service. You can also get there by going to the San Francisco International Airport Bart Station and taking the train to the city.
You will also find all the usual other ground methods of transport such as limousine services, taxis and rental cars. Most of the hotels in the San Francisco area can also provide a shuttle service, but you might have to pre-book this service before your arrival. To enjoy San Francisco to the max book cheap car rental from San Francisco airport in advance when they might still have a convertible spare.