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Pacifica, CA ranked in the top 16 places in the United States to witness the coming of Spring blooms. From California Poppies to Yellow Mustard Flowers and in between, you'll find our coastal hillsides a site to behold.
SF Gate writer, Larry Sokoloff takes a mid-week stroll through our coastal beach town of Pacifica and finds a variety of quaint shops and bakeries to browse through.
Pacifica, a surfer's paradise, is nestled within several small valleys spread between historic Sweeney Ridge in the east, Montara Mountain to the south, and the Pacific Ocean's rocky bluffs to the east. Find out more about this oceanside gem and why you need to make it your next stop.
Fairfield Inn & Suites Now Open in Pacifica
On Friday, March 4, 2022, the Fairfield Inn and Suites - SF/Pacifica, opened its doors welcoming guests traveling for both business and leisure. Steps from the ocean the hotel will offer a serene outdoor space for guests, a fitness center, warm breakfast, valet laundry, Wi-Fi, ocean views and, a valet laundry service.
Couple Celebrates Wedding at Taco Bell Cantina in Pacifica
Like all great love stories, this one involves Taco Bell. A couple in California held their wedding reception at Taco Bell Cantina at Pacifica State Beach. The Bay Area fast-food restaurant has been recognized as the “coolest” location in the world, according to a list compiled by Business Insider.
Pacifica is growing as a desirable coastal town to live in and to visit. WalletHub compared 191 cities across 62 key indicators of livability, then split the comparison into two categories, towns located by the ocean and by lakes. Many data variables were compiled ranging from share of for-sale waterfront homes to quality of beach water.
The Sanchez Art Center begins its 25th-year Anniversary celebration, they will be presenting a major show by their studio artists. This exhibition, titled The Gang’s All Here: Artists of Sanchez, is curated by Artistic Director, Jerry Ross Barrish, a well-known sculptor and filmmaker. The exhibit will display in the Main and East Galleries.
Danielle Desir is a world travel writer and podcaster. Her visit to Pacifica hit on some of the best spots of things to do. And, like she says, "Pacifica is San Francisco's beachfront playground."
Thomas Wilmer, travel writer, editor, author and podcaster for NPR Radio Station's, KCBX FM, visits our coastal town to chat all things Pacifica. Tom interviews Councilmember Mike O'Neill and Anchor Inn owner Ella Patel.
Hit the beach for Pacifica's upcoming whale watching season.
Wild coast, wildlife, wildflowers. Spring is seductive in Pacifica, where hawks "surf" the thermals over a riot of eye-popping blooms. With some 3,600 acres of open space and postcard views of the coast, the best way to experience Pacifica is to engage all your senses.
Nestled along the sleepy shores of northern California, lies a unique wonder just seven miles from San Francisco. While most California seashores aren't a surprise to us, this one is in all the best ways. If you're looking for unique beaches in California to get away, why not try out this one with actual chocolate-colored sand?
Everyone calls this gorgeous stretch of shoreline and surf “Taco Bell Beach,” but its real name is Pacifica State Beach. It is nestled inside Pedro Point at Linda Mar in southern Pacifica.
Feature TV segment in Mandarin with great visuals for those that don’t speak the language.
Feature TV segment with intro in Mandarin and interviews in English.
The seaside town of Pacifica, California is just 10 miles from San Francisco International Airport but it’s a world apart from the bustle of the Bay Area. Crab fishing on the pier, whale watching, dining in family-owned eateries, beachcombing, surfing, hiking, and live music are just some of Pacifica’s attractions.
The prettiest Taco Bell in the World (no, seriously) is located right on the beach in Pacifica. It’ll taste a lot better if you go surfing first, but we won’t judge you if you go straight for the Crunchwrap Supreme.
Pacifica, CA has held a warm spot in my heart for many years. It was always an escape destination for a day of beach fun when I grew up in the San Francisco Bay Area. I never took a second thought to cross the bridge, drive past San Francisco, over the hill, and break through the fog to enjoy breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean.
