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Directions

AmyZimmerman — 2008-01-19 17:19:26

fixed Outer Mission link

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- * Inner/Outer -- "Inner" usually means toward the city center. The Outer ["the Sunset" Sunset] and the Outer ["the Richmond" Richmond] are further west than their inner counterparts, while the ["The Outer Mission" Outer Mission] is somewhat of a different neighborhood than ["the Mission"], and it's much farther south.	+ * Inner/Outer -- "Inner" usually means toward the city center. The Outer ["the Sunset" Sunset] and the Outer ["the Richmond" Richmond] are further west than their inner counterparts, while the ["Outer Mission"] is somewhat of a different neighborhood than ["the Mission"], and it's much farther south.

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AmyZimmerman — 2007-10-24 15:18:15

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- Lastly, if you don't have a way to send text messages, try asking someone for directions! There's no need to be shy, unless what you're looking for is a sex toy shop. Also, you can usually look at the ["Muni"] maps around town if you're stuck someplace.	+ Lastly, if you don't have access to a phone, try asking someone for directions! There's no need to be shy, unless what you're looking for is a sex toy shop. Also, you can usually look at the ["Muni"] maps around town if you're stuck someplace.

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AmyZimmerman — 2007-10-24 15:17:32

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- However, if you don't have access to the Internet, your options are limited. If you find yourself needing the address of a business, text message its name and "san francisco" to 46645 ("[http://www.google.com Google]" without the E) and receive an instantaneous response with a street address and phone number! This way, if you still need help finding the place, you can call and ask for directions.	+ However, if you don't have access to the Internet, your options are limited. If you find yourself needing the address of a business, text message its name and "san francisco" to 46645 ("["Google"]" without the E) and receive an instantaneous response with a street address and phone number! This way, if you still need help finding the place, you can call and ask for directions. + + Also try 1-800-Goog-411 (1-800-466-4411) for free directory assistance.

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AmyZimmerman — 2007-07-29 22:33:17

+ tips

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- * Numbered streets get higher as you move south - * Numbered avenues get higher as you move west	+ * First through 12th streets go diagonally from ["Market Street"] toward the ["San Francisco Bay" bay]. 13th through 30th go east-west. + * Numbered streets get higher as you move south. + * Numbered avenues get higher as you move west. + * The avenues are in ["the Richmond"] and ["the Sunset"].

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AmyZimmerman — 2007-07-23 11:45:53

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- * Inner/Outer -- "Inner" usually means toward the city center. The Outer ["the Sunset" Sunset] and the Outer ["the Richmond" Richmond] are further west than their inner counterparts, while the ["The Outer Mission" Outer Mission] is somewhat of a different neighborhood than ["the Mission"], and it's much further south.	+ * Inner/Outer -- "Inner" usually means toward the city center. The Outer ["the Sunset" Sunset] and the Outer ["the Richmond" Richmond] are further west than their inner counterparts, while the ["The Outer Mission" Outer Mission] is somewhat of a different neighborhood than ["the Mission"], and it's much farther south.

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AmyZimmerman — 2007-07-22 19:19:20

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- * Inner/Outer -- "Inner" usually means toward the city center. The Outer ["the Sunset" Sunset"] and the Outer ["the Richmond" Richmond] are further west than their inner counterparts, while the ["The Outer Mission" Outer Mission] is somewhat of a different neighborhood than ["the Mission"], and it's much further south.	+ * Inner/Outer -- "Inner" usually means toward the city center. The Outer ["the Sunset" Sunset] and the Outer ["the Richmond" Richmond] are further west than their inner counterparts, while the ["The Outer Mission" Outer Mission] is somewhat of a different neighborhood than ["the Mission"], and it's much further south.

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AmyZimmerman — 2007-07-22 19:18:58

+ ways to learn your way around

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- ==General advice==	+ =General advice=
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- * Numbered streets get bigger as you move south - * Numbered avenues get bigger as you move west	+ * Numbered streets get higher as you move south + * Numbered avenues get higher as you move west
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	+ ====Neighborhoods==== + * Inner/Outer -- "Inner" usually means toward the city center. The Outer ["the Sunset" Sunset"] and the Outer ["the Richmond" Richmond] are further west than their inner counterparts, while the ["The Outer Mission" Outer Mission] is somewhat of a different neighborhood than ["the Mission"], and it's much further south. + + ==Learning your way around== + There are lots of ways to get to know the city's geography. Obviously, reading the [wiki:sf SF Wiki] is one way to learn more about the area. Better yet, be more proactive and just get out there! Most people learn best by doing, right? Some ideas: + * Memorize a map with a friend and test each other on ["neighborhoods"], streets and landmarks such as ["Union Square"] and ["Fisherman's Wharf"]. + * Plan a bus trip with two or more transfers and go for a ride! Pay attention to the names of the streets you pass.

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AmyZimmerman — 2007-07-18 15:58:44

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- The Metropolitan Transportation Commission runs a helpful [http://www.511.org site] aimed at providing resources tailored for Bay Area residents' and travelers' needs, whether they are walking, ["Bicyles" biking], driving, or using mass transit. One particularly useful tool is the trip planner, which can help you create your own itinerary down to every detail. [http://www.hopstop.com/?city=sanfrancisco http://www.hopstop.com] can also help you find your way around using public transportation, and offers the option of a walking-only itinerary.	+ The Metropolitan Transportation Commission runs a helpful [http://www.511.org site] aimed at providing resources tailored for Bay Area residents' and travelers' needs, whether they are walking, ["Bicycles" biking], driving, or using mass transit. One particularly useful tool is the trip planner, which can help you create your own itinerary down to every detail. [http://www.hopstop.com/?city=sanfrancisco http://www.hopstop.com] can also help you find your way around using public transportation, and offers the option of a walking-only itinerary.

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AmyZimmerman — 2007-06-10 18:42:08

+ hopstop.com info

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- The Metropolitan Transportation Commission runs a helpful [http://www.511.org site] aimed at providing resources tailored for Bay Area residents' and travelers' needs, whether they are walking, ["Bicyles" biking], driving, or using mass transit. One particularly useful tool is the trip planner, which can help you create your own itinerary down to every detail.	+ The Metropolitan Transportation Commission runs a helpful [http://www.511.org site] aimed at providing resources tailored for Bay Area residents' and travelers' needs, whether they are walking, ["Bicyles" biking], driving, or using mass transit. One particularly useful tool is the trip planner, which can help you create your own itinerary down to every detail. [http://www.hopstop.com/?city=sanfrancisco http://www.hopstop.com] can also help you find your way around using public transportation, and offers the option of a walking-only itinerary.

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AmyZimmerman — 2007-05-12 19:24:15

repositioning text, + Muni link

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- Lastly, if you don't have a way to send text messages, try asking someone for directions! There's no need to be shy, unless what you're looking for is a sex toy shop.	+ Lastly, if you don't have a way to send text messages, try asking someone for directions! There's no need to be shy, unless what you're looking for is a sex toy shop. Also, you can usually look at the ["Muni"] maps around town if you're stuck someplace.
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- - You can usually look at the muni maps around town if you're stuck someplace.

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PhilipNeustrom — 2007-05-10 18:18:57

muni maps

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	+ + You can usually look at the muni maps around town if you're stuck someplace.

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AmyZimmerman — 2007-05-10 18:18:43

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- Perhaps the most obvious way to get directions is [http://maps.google.com Google Maps]. But if you're unable to get your hands on a car, some of these directions may be irrelevant they suggest using a freeway.	+ Perhaps the most obvious way to get directions is [http://maps.google.com Google Maps]. But if you're unable to get your hands on a car, some of these directions may be irrelevant if they suggest using a freeway.

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AmyZimmerman — 2007-05-10 17:38:09

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- * The streets in the Sunset between Irving and Yorba are alphabetical, moving south.	+ * The streets in ["The Sunset" the Sunset] between Irving and Yorba are alphabetical, moving south.

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AmyZimmerman — 2007-05-10 17:37:41

Sorry, I'm sloppy. Resized the headers.

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- ===General advice===	+ ==General advice==

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AmyZimmerman — 2007-05-10 17:35:47

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- However, if you don't have access to the Internet, your options are limited. If you find yourself needing the address of a business, text message its name and "san francisco" to 46645 ([http://www.google.com Google]" without the E) and receive an instantaneous response with a street address and phone number! This way, if you still need help finding the place, you can call and ask for directions.	+ However, if you don't have access to the Internet, your options are limited. If you find yourself needing the address of a business, text message its name and "san francisco" to 46645 ("[http://www.google.com Google]" without the E) and receive an instantaneous response with a street address and phone number! This way, if you still need help finding the place, you can call and ask for directions.

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AmyZimmerman — 2007-05-10 17:35:30

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- However, if you don't have access to the Internet, your options are limited. If you find yourself needing the address of a business, text message its name and "san francisco" to 46645 (http://www.google.com Google]" without the E) and receive an instantaneous response with a street address and phone number! This way, if you still need help finding the place, you can call and ask for directions.	+ However, if you don't have access to the Internet, your options are limited. If you find yourself needing the address of a business, text message its name and "san francisco" to 46645 ([http://www.google.com Google]" without the E) and receive an instantaneous response with a street address and phone number! This way, if you still need help finding the place, you can call and ask for directions.

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AmyZimmerman — 2007-05-10 17:35:09

(quick edit)

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- However, if you don't have access to the Internet, your options are limited. If you find yourself needing the address of a business, text message its name and "san francisco" to 46645 ("[htttp://www.google.com Google]" without the E) and receive an instantaneous response with a street address and phone number! This way, if you still need help finding the place, you can call and ask for directions.	+ However, if you don't have access to the Internet, your options are limited. If you find yourself needing the address of a business, text message its name and "san francisco" to 46645 (http://www.google.com Google]" without the E) and receive an instantaneous response with a street address and phone number! This way, if you still need help finding the place, you can call and ask for directions.

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AmyZimmerman — 2007-05-10 17:33:13

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	+ It can be pretty difficult to get around in a big city if you're new to the area. Even long-standing San Franciscans sometimes have trouble finding their way around. Fortunately, there are many resources for getting addresses, directions, and even itineraries involving multiple modes of mass transportation, such as ["Muni" bus and streetcar] and ["BART"]. + + ===With a car=== + Perhaps the most obvious way to get directions is [http://maps.google.com Google Maps]. But if you're unable to get your hands on a car, some of these directions may be irrelevant they suggest using a freeway. + + ===Without a car=== + The Metropolitan Transportation Commission runs a helpful [http://www.511.org site] aimed at providing resources tailored for Bay Area residents' and travelers' needs, whether they are walking, ["Bicyles" biking], driving, or using mass transit. One particularly useful tool is the trip planner, which can help you create your own itinerary down to every detail. + + Also, [http://www.sfbike.org] is a great website to check out if you're biking in the city. + + ===Without the Internet=== + However, if you don't have access to the Internet, your options are limited. If you find yourself needing the address of a business, text message its name and "san francisco" to 46645 ("[htttp://www.google.com Google]" without the E) and receive an instantaneous response with a street address and phone number! This way, if you still need help finding the place, you can call and ask for directions. + + Lastly, if you don't have a way to send text messages, try asking someone for directions! There's no need to be shy, unless what you're looking for is a sex toy shop. + + ===General advice=== + There are some general things to remember when traveling through San Francisco. + ====Street names==== + * Numbered streets get bigger as you move south + * Numbered avenues get bigger as you move west + * The streets in the Sunset between Irving and Yorba are alphabetical, moving south.