snorkeling puerto morelos Steps of Rome One of the many Italian caf s often full of real Italians lined up along this stretch

Running Now that Crissy Field s restoration is complete, the Golden Gate Promenade (see p97) is an inspiring run. And, of course, Golden Gate Park offers endless opportunities for jogging. If organized running is your thing, try the Bay to Breakers or the San Francisco Marathon. d Bay to Breakers: 3rd Sun in May; (415) 359-2800; www.baytobreakers.com San Francisco Marathon: Jul; (415) 284-9653 www.runsfm.com

Steps of Rome One of the many Italian caf s often full of real Italians lined up along this stretch of Columbus. This one features large windows, usually open, with clientele spilling out onto the sidewalk to eye the stream of passers-by. Good coffee and desserts make it an appealing pit stop until closing time at 2am. d 348 Columbus Ave between Broadway & Vallejo Map M4 (415) 397-0435