Day Trip: Sausalito
By Melissa Blaustein, Contributor
They say it’s why they built the bridge, and, hey, don’t you deserve a day to take off and find out for yourself? Sausalito is an appealing, scenic waterfront town that offers all the amenities of a tourist attraction, while still maintaining the charm of a suburban escape.
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Poggio
777 Bridgeway, Sausalito, CA
You’ll forget you ever crossed the bridge when you taste the high quality of fine dining at this Sausalito favorite and Marin standout. -
Fish
350 Harbor Dr, Sausalito, CA
Sustainable, Fresh organic seafood is the credo of this locals spot, which also doubles as a fish market. -
Sushi Ran
107 Caledonia St Ste E, Sausalito, CA
Famed sushi chefs lure foodies to this luxury eatery in Sausalito--the only Marin restaurant to earn a Michelin star. -
Fred's Coffee Shop
1917 Bridgeway, Sausalito, CA
Locals avoid the tourist traps and head here for a good cup of java sans pretense. -
Caffe Trieste
1000 Bridgeway, Sausalito, CA
The Marin version of a North Beach classic, this cafe espresso bar is packed daily by Sausalito locals and tourists. -
Lappert's Ice Cream
689 Bridgeway, Sausalito, CA
Bustling Sausalito spot offers gourmet ice cream in flavors like white-chocolate macadamia nut and coconut, as well as fresh ground coffee from Hawaii.
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Sausalito Wooden Boat Tour
P.O. Box 124, Sausalito, CA
Do you know where the name Sausalito comes from? Or that it once had a mayor who was a famous San Francisco madam? Learn this history and much more while seeing the sites on a walking tour of the wooden boat docks of Sausalito. -
Bacchus & Venus
769 Bridgeway, Sausalito, CA
You don’t have to go all the way to Napa to feel like you’re in Wine Country; Bacchus and Venus brings it to the waterfront, offering premium tastings of Laird Estate Cabernet Sauvignon as well as an art gallery. -
Sea Trek Ocean Kayaking Center
85 Liberty Ship Wy, Sausalito, CA
Learn how to kayak, or hone your already-inherent water skills with a rental, at this local favorite, which also offers guided tours of the bay. -
The Spa at Casa Madrona
801 Bridgeway, Sausalito, CA
Indulge in the utter relaxation that is a day trip, and treat yourself to a massage or facial at this premier destination spa. -
Bay Area Discovery Museum
557 Mcreynolds Rd, Sausalito, CA
This family-friendly attraction offers hands-on exhibits and a rich history of the Bay Area.
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Sausalito Ferry Co Gift Store
688 Bridgeway, Sausalito, CA
Cut out the pretenses and go straight for stupidity at this store featuring everything you want and nothing you need. -
Games People Play Incorporated
695 Bridgeway, Sausalito, CA
Traditional toy store firmly entrenched since 1976, featuring classic board games, wooden puzzles and a huge plush collection. -
Something Anything
20 Princess St, Sausalito, CA
A contemporary crafts and jewelry store with a variety of handmade work from more than 80 different artists. -
Fingerhut Gallery
690 Bridgeway, Sausalito, CA
A high-end art gallery that features the works of Henry Matisse, Tanaka Masaaki, Michael Wilkinson and other notable artists. -
Its Out Of Hand
219 Caledonia Street, Sausalito, CA
An eclectic international hobby shop that features pretty much everything you can dream up, notably a collection of quirky knitted goods.
