San Francisco Bay

After lunch we did a ferry tour of San Francisco Bay taking in the Golden Gate bridge and Alcatraz. The ferry launched from Fisherman's Wharf allowing us to have a look at the seals that have taken up residence on some of the docks around there.

Obviously such a beautiful bay would be lined with marinas for yachts that provide fantastic views.

The Golden Gate Bridge was such a prominent feature of the bay and whilst not quite as charming as our own coat hanger it is worthy of being a world famous icon.

Another prominent feature of San Francisco Bay was Alcatraz Island aka the Rock.

In the past it was a very well guarded jail with rather imposing guard towers all around the perimeter.

For a while it was occupied by some Native Americans in the struggle for their rights hence the interesting amendment to some of the signs.