San Francisco is situated at the northern tip of the peninsula and is the focal point of the entire San Francisco Bay Area. It is considered one of the world’s great cities. The history of San Francisco has included being a point of destination for fishermen, immigrants, artists and those seeking their fortunes in gold. Home to the San Francisco 49ers and San Francisco Giants, the Golden Gate Bridge, cable cars, and some of the greatest museums in the country, the City By the Bay is not only a great place to visit, but an even better place to live.