Sausalito Is The Best Fairy Tale Town Near San Francisco

You don’t have to go far to see splendor, especially when you’re looking for beauty. Sausalito is well within reach of San Francisco and worth visiting more than once. Sausalito is a quiet, charming town that is evocative of a fairytale town in the Mediterranean. Let’s read more about this beautiful town!

Sausalito is in Marin County. Sausalito is 9.2 miles north of San Francisco. This area was once home to the Coast Miwok, until the Spanish came through in 1775. Since, it evolved into a bustling transportation hub and became a hot spot for wealthy San Franciscans.

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Upon arrival in Sausalito, the hillside houses, hills, natural beauty, boutique shops, and style will make most anyone smile. The layout and vibe here is one-of-a-kind and memorable.

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You’ll feel like you’ve walked on to a movie set when you explore the over 500 houseboats floating on the bay in Sausalito.

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The house boat communities in Saualito started after World War II. By the 1960s, three house boat communities occupied the waterfront along Sausalito’s shore.

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Sausalito seems particularly out of place in the Bay because of the vivid Mediterranean style and architectural flourishes.

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Enjoy the day at this bayside town along Bridgeway in Sausalito. Even the birds here seem out of time and out of place.

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Look around and appreciate the eclectic charm here. The main drag of Bridgeway has cute boutiques, unique art galleries, excellent restaurants, and more incredible views.

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For the ultimate fairy tale experience, explore the interactive exhibits at the Bay Area Discovery Museum near the foot of the Golden Gate Bridge. Children will love it!

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Explore the grounds of Cavallo Point, a former U.S. Army post turned luxury hotel. Cavallo Point dates from 1775 and the early settlement of the area.

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If you want to feel like you’re on vacation near San Francisco, then check out Cavallo Point for a drink or a glass of wine, or better yet a night’s stay. More information about Cavallo Point.

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Before you leave, make sure to simply just gaze at the hills and sky in Sausalito.

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Have you been to this town? Let us know. Take a drive and explore the Bay area and try San Francisco’s Loneliest Road That Will Take You Miles And Miles Away From It All.