1. Named After a Wild Herb?!

2. Yum Yum It-It’s
George Whitney, the owner of ‘Playland at the beach,’ was the inventor of ‘It it’s.’ He dolloped a scoop of ice cream and sandwiched it between two freshly baked old oatmeal cookies and dipped it into melted chocolate, and that’s how San Francisco’s beloved treat was born.3. Not so Chinese Cookie

4. The Era of Blue Denim Jeans
Jacob Devis and Levi Strauss invented blue Denim jeans. It was the time of Goldrush, and the miners needed some sturdy and comfortable clothing to work. During this time, Strauss met many workers, which eventually led to the discovery and era of blue denim jeans.5. The Last Beatles Concert

6. Model Bear on the Flag of California
The bear’s name was Monarch, and he weighed approximately 1,100 pounds. Once a common animal in California, the grizzly bears were on the brink of extinction due to gold mining, poaching, and hunting. Monarch was one of the last grizzly bears in California, he was captured, and he then lived in the Golden Gate Park in San Francisco.7. More Dogs Than Children?

8. Celebrity Doggies
Two stray dogs Lazarus and Bummer, became local celebrities, and every move of theirs was recorded, and every action was celebrated. Initially, San Francisco was not a dog-loving city per se, and street dogs were killed at the site. This changed when in the 1860s, Bummer saved Lazarus from a dog fight, and the two became inseparable companions ever since.9. Most Crooked Street in the World!

10. Golden Gate Park’s 150th Anniversary
Golden Gate Park is one of the most visited parks in the U.S. The park celebrated this 150th-year milestone on 4th April 2020. It is approximately 1,017 acres in area. The park is bigger than New York’s Central Park. It is a must-visit with secret jewels and hidden secrets in every nook.11. The color of the Golden Gate bridge

12. On the Move Historic Landmark
The cable car system in San Francisco is the world’s last manually operated cable car system. Only three routes remain of the twenty-three lines that were initially built. These cable cars are the country’s only rolling ‘National Historic Landmark’ It runs at the top speed of 9.5mph, so passengers better hold onto their seats!13. Twin Peaks

14. Alcatraz Pelican Island Prison
Alcatraz federal prison is located on the Alcatraz island of California. It housed dangerous prisoners like Al Capone. The island was named ‘La Isla de Los Alcatraces’ by the Spanish explorer and discoverer of the island Juan Manuel de Ayala. The name literally means ‘island of the pelicans.’15. Trees to the Rescue

16. Self-Declared Emperor
Joshua Abraham Norton, also known as Emperor Norton, was a citizen of San Francisco. On 17th September 1859, he self-declared himself as the U.S. emperor, and people just went with it. He went on to become an iconic mascot in the city of San Francisco.17. The Japantowns and Chinatowns

San Francisco is also home to North America’s oldest Chinatown. It is spread across 24 blocks. It is bustling with colorful alleys, dim sum shops, karaoke bars, and galleries.
San Francisco has some secrets hidden in every nook and corner to be explored. These fun facts about San Francisco will give visitors something exciting to look forward to when visiting the city. So go there on your next vacation and uncover the beauty of this fog city.