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San Francisco, athe \"City by the Bay\", is only 49 Square miles yet is made up of many vastly different neighborhoods and terrain. Getting around to all the different sites can be a challenge for anyone, however most would agree not to rent a car. Parking is extremely difficult and can be quite expensive. There are a myriad of parking signs on the streets, which can be rather complicated to understand. Vehicles displaying placards can be ticketed and towed if parked improperly. Wheelchair riders can get to most sightseeing spots by wheeling, however depending on your route, you\'ll likely encounter steep hills. The underground trains, most buses, and plenty of curbcuts make getting around very easy. Ramped taxis are also available. See transportation. A word of caution: San Franciscans are notorious for running red lights so wait a little before crossing the street. \"The coldest winter I ever spent was one summer in San Francisco\", is a quote often attributed to Mark Twain. Truth is, nobody knows who really said it. Regardless of its origins, do take the advice seriously. Unlike most places, summers in San Francisco are unpredictable and often cool and foggy. The best weather months are April, May, and September through November. The rainy season is December through March. The best clothes to pack are things that can be layered. One part of the city can be basking in the sun while another part is covered in fog. Visit the San Francisco Visitor Information Center, Lower level, Hallidie Plaza, 900 Market. The elevator is located on Market St. near Mason St. or check their web site.
www.sfvisitor.org
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Currently there are 24 wheelchair accessible pay toilets located throughout San Francisco. Check out the following website for their locations.
www.sfdpw.com/sfdpw/toilet/index.htm
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Provides attendent referrals in San Francisco.
Phone: 415.243.4477
Attendent's Union Provides referrals.
Phone: 415.441.2500
Call to place an ad in the newspaper.
Phone: 415.777.7777
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Provides descriptive audio services. Call to find out about current performances being audio described.
Phone: 415.641.4589
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Located at the lower level of Hallidie Plaza. Elevator located on Market St near 5th St. Also can be accessed from the concourse level at the Powell St. BART station. Call or visit their website to request a complete visitor information kit. Hours:M-F 9-5pm, Sat,Sun and holidays. 9-3pm
Phone: 415.283.0177
TDD: 415.392.0328 - Visitors
www.sfvisitor.org
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Provides services and referrals throughout the San Francisco/Bay Area.
Phone: 510.483.0753
TDD: 510.483.0753
Advocacy and disability education based programs for Residents of San Francisco. Provides general disability information and referrals.
649 Mission Street, 3rd Floor
San Francisco 94105
Phone: 415.543.6222
TDD: 415.543.6698
Offers supportive, educational and rehabilitative services for blind or visually impaired individuals of all ages. Provides transcription services and information and referral. The Adaptations Lighthouse Store sells adaptive aids and appliances.
214 Van Ness Avenue
San Francisco
Phone: 415.431.1481
TDD: 415.431.4572
www.lighthouse-sf.org/index.html
Offers services and programs to persons with cerebral palsy and other physical/developmental disabilities and their families. Services include: counseling for individuals and families, crisis intervention, advocacy, general information and referral.
1970 Broadway, #600
Oakland 94612
Phone: 415.627.6939 - From San Francisco
Phone: 510.832.7430 - From Alameda County
www.ucpgg.org/
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Rents manual wheelchairs and scooters. 2 days advance notice requested. Open M-F 9am-6pm, Sat. 10am-5p
Phone: 415.387.7100
Rents & repairs all types of chairs and scooters. Saturday by appointment.
Phone: 415.564.2098
Will locate a scooter rental and deliver to airport or hotel.
Phone: 888.441.7575
Fax: 204.478.1172
www.scootaround.com
Delivery Area: S.F./Bay Area 3 locations Repairs all types of chairs.
Phone: 415.284.9424
Delivery Area: S.F./Bay Area 2 locations Rents manual & motorized chairs. Repairs all types. Open Saturday
Phone: 650.342.4864
Phone: 800.974.9119
www.wheelchairs-sm.com/
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Certified DME supplier. On call 24hr. for Oxygen. No liquid Oxygen. Will deliver.
Phone: 800.444.4967
Phone: 415.333.0746
Supply oxygen and a full line of medical supplies. Will deliver. Oxygen requests may take up to 5 business days to deliver.
Phone: 415.346.2925
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1 week advance notice requested.
Phone: 415.356.0405
TDD: 415.356.0376
1 week advance notice requested
Phone: 800.900.9478
TDD: 800.900.9479
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200 Marina Blvd
Berkeley
Price Range: $105 to $225
This Property Blocks Rooms yes
This Property Has 0 Roll-in Showers
Adaptive Devices For The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Are Available Yes
This Property Braille Signage and/or Raised Markings Yes
8452 Edes Ave
Oakland
Price Range: $100 to $175
This Property Blocks Rooms yes
This Property Has 0 Roll-in Showers
Adaptive Devices For The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Are Available Yes
This Property Braille Signage and/or Raised Markings Yes
1175 University Ave
Berkeley
Price Range: $115 to $175
This Property Blocks Rooms yes
This Property Has 0 Roll-in Showers
Adaptive Devices For The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Are Available Yes
This Property Braille Signage and/or Raised Markings Yes
2600 Durant
Berkeley
Price Range: $150 to $350
This Property Blocks Rooms yes
This Property Has 5 Roll-in Showers
Adaptive Devices For The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Are Available Yes
This Property Braille Signage and/or Raised Markings Yes
444 Embarcadero
Oakland
Price Range: $120 to $200
This Property Blocks Rooms yes
This Property Has 2 Roll-in Showers
Adaptive Devices For The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Are Available Yes
This Property Braille Signage and/or Raised Markings Yes
1001 Broadway
Oakland
Price Range: $99 to $239
This Property Blocks Rooms yes
This Property Has 4 Roll-in Showers
Adaptive Devices For The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Are Available Yes
This Property Braille Signage and/or Raised Markings Yes
150 Hegenberger Rd
Oakland
Price Range: $129 to $179
This Property Blocks Rooms yes
This Property Has 1 Roll-in Showers
Adaptive Devices For The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Are Available Yes
This Property Braille Signage and/or Raised Markings No
30 El Portal
Sausalito
Price Range: $195 to $250
This Property Blocks Rooms yes
This Property Has 0 Roll-in Showers
Adaptive Devices For The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Are Available No
This Property Braille Signage and/or Raised Markings Yes
Ten Washington St
Oakland
Price Range: $195 to $400
This Property Blocks Rooms yes
This Property Has 4 Roll-in Showers
Adaptive Devices For The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Are Available Yes
This Property Braille Signage and/or Raised Markings Yes
1333 Bayshore Hwy.
Burlingame
Price Range: $99 to $345
This Property Blocks Rooms yes
This Property Has 4 Roll-in Showers
Adaptive Devices For The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Are Available Yes
This Property Braille Signage and/or Raised Markings Yes
777 Airport Blvd
Burlingame
Price Range: $100 to $150
This Property Blocks Rooms yes
This Property Has 3 Roll-in Showers
Adaptive Devices For The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Are Available Yes
This Property Braille Signage and/or Raised Markings Yes
750 Kearny
San Francisco
Price Range: $159 to $279
This Property Blocks Rooms yes
This Property Has 6 Roll-in Showers
Adaptive Devices For The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Are Available Yes
This Property Braille Signage and/or Raised Markings Yes
50 8th St
San Francisco
Price Range: $139 to $179
This Property Blocks Rooms yes
This Property Has 3 Roll-in Showers
Adaptive Devices For The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Are Available Yes
This Property Braille Signage and/or Raised Markings Yes
333 Battery
San Francisco
Price Range: $295 to $345
This Property Blocks Rooms yes
This Property Has 2 Roll-in Showers
Adaptive Devices For The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Are Available Yes
This Property Braille Signage and/or Raised Markings Yes
2 New Montgomery
San Francisco
Price Range: $330 to $360
This Property Blocks Rooms yes
This Property Has 0 Roll-in Showers
Adaptive Devices For The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Are Available Yes
This Property Braille Signage and/or Raised Markings Yes
1300 Columbus Avenue
San Francisco
Price Range: $150 to $225
This Property Blocks Rooms yes
This Property Has 18 Roll-in Showers
Adaptive Devices For The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Are Available Yes
This Property Braille Signage and/or Raised Markings Yes
555 North Pointe St
San Francisco
Price Range: $129 to $315
This Property Blocks Rooms yes
This Property Has 5 Roll-in Showers
Adaptive Devices For The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Are Available Yes
This Property Braille Signage and/or Raised Markings Yes
1250 Columbus
San Francisco
Price Range: $159 to $260
This Property Blocks Rooms yes
This Property Has 7 Roll-in Showers
Adaptive Devices For The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Are Available Yes
This Property Braille Signage and/or Raised Markings Yes
425 North Point St
San Francisco
Price Range: $148 to $208
This Property Blocks Rooms no
This Property Has 0 Roll-in Showers
Adaptive Devices For The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Are Available Yes
This Property Braille Signage and/or Raised Markings Yes
Bldg. 240 Fort Mason
San Francisco
Price Range: $15 to $25
This Property Blocks Rooms no
This Property Has 2 Roll-in Showers
Adaptive Devices For The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Are Available No
This Property Braille Signage and/or Raised Markings No
750 Stanyan St
San Francisco
Price Range: $110 to $160
This Property Blocks Rooms yes
This Property Has 0 Roll-in Showers
Adaptive Devices For The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Are Available Yes
This Property Braille Signage and/or Raised Markings Yes
1625 Post St
San Francisco
Price Range: $169 to $229
This Property Blocks Rooms yes
This Property Has 7 Roll-in Showers
Adaptive Devices For The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Are Available Yes
This Property Braille Signage and/or Raised Markings Yes
2775 Van Ness
San Francisco
Price Range: $100 to $229
This Property Blocks Rooms yes
This Property Has 2 Roll-in Showers
Adaptive Devices For The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Are Available Yes
This Property Braille Signage and/or Raised Markings Yes
2755 Lombard St
San Francisco
Price Range: $89 to $125
This Property Blocks Rooms yes
This Property Has 1 Roll-in Showers
Adaptive Devices For The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Are Available No
This Property Braille Signage and/or Raised Markings No
600 Stockton St
San Francisco
Price Range: $375 to $390
This Property Blocks Rooms yes
This Property Has 0 Roll-in Showers
Adaptive Devices For The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Are Available Yes
This Property Braille Signage and/or Raised Markings Yes
12 Fourth St
San Francisco
Price Range: $300 to $550
This Property Blocks Rooms yes
This Property Has 0 Roll-in Showers
Adaptive Devices For The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Are Available Yes
This Property Braille Signage and/or Raised Markings Yes
112 7th St
San Francisco
Price Range: $99 to $139
This Property Blocks Rooms yes
This Property Has 1 Roll-in Showers
Adaptive Devices For The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Are Available Yes
This Property Braille Signage and/or Raised Markings Yes
140 7th St
San Francisco
Price Range: $129 to $179
This Property Blocks Rooms yes
This Property Has 0 Roll-in Showers
Adaptive Devices For The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Are Available Yes
This Property Braille Signage and/or Raised Markings Yes
701 Post St
San Francisco
Price Range: $125 to $160
This Property Blocks Rooms yes
This Property Has 1 Roll-in Showers
Adaptive Devices For The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Are Available Yes
This Property Braille Signage and/or Raised Markings Yes
750 Sutter
San Francisco
Price Range: $155 to $205
This Property Blocks Rooms yes
This Property Has 5 Roll-in Showers
Adaptive Devices For The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Are Available Yes
This Property Braille Signage and/or Raised Markings Yes
340 Stockton
San Francisco
Price Range: $255 to $400
This Property Blocks Rooms yes
This Property Has 2 Roll-in Showers
Adaptive Devices For The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Are Available Yes
This Property Braille Signage and/or Raised Markings Yes
480 Sutter
San Francisco
Price Range: $210 to $280
This Property Blocks Rooms yes
This Property Has 5 Roll-in Showers
Adaptive Devices For The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Are Available Yes
This Property Braille Signage and/or Raised Markings Yes
501 Post St
San Francisco
Price Range: $165 to $350
This Property Blocks Rooms yes
This Property Has 1 Roll-in Showers
Adaptive Devices For The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Are Available Yes
This Property Braille Signage and/or Raised Markings Yes
351 Geary
San Francisco
Price Range: $149 to $235
This Property Blocks Rooms yes
This Property Has 10 Roll-in Showers
Adaptive Devices For The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Are Available Yes
This Property Braille Signage and/or Raised Markings No
333 O'Farrell
San Francisco
Price Range: $175 to $350
This Property Blocks Rooms yes
This Property Has 0 Roll-in Showers
Adaptive Devices For The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Are Available Yes
This Property Braille Signage and/or Raised Markings Yes
500 Post St
San Francisco
Price Range: $300 to $400
This Property Blocks Rooms yes
This Property Has 0 Roll-in Showers
Adaptive Devices For The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Are Available Yes
This Property Braille Signage and/or Raised Markings Yes
345 Taylor St
San Francisco
Price Range: $150 to $185
This Property Blocks Rooms yes
This Property Has 0 Roll-in Showers
Adaptive Devices For The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Are Available Yes
This Property Braille Signage and/or Raised Markings Yes
55 Cyril Magnin St
San Francisco
Price Range: $155 to $225
This Property Blocks Rooms yes
This Property Has 10 Roll-in Showers
Adaptive Devices For The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Are Available Yes
This Property Braille Signage and/or Raised Markings Yes
620 Sutter
San Francisco
Price Range: $99 to $159
This Property Blocks Rooms yes
This Property Has 3 Roll-in Showers
Adaptive Devices For The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Are Available Yes
This Property Braille Signage and/or Raised Markings Yes
490 Geary
San Francisco
Price Range: $115 to $225
This Property Blocks Rooms yes
This Property Has 0 Roll-in Showers
Adaptive Devices For The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Are Available Yes
This Property Braille Signage and/or Raised Markings Yes
335 Powell St
San Francisco
Price Range: $169 to $305
This Property Blocks Rooms yes
This Property Has 10 Roll-in Showers
Adaptive Devices For The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Are Available Yes
This Property Braille Signage and/or Raised Markings Yes
312 Mason St
San Francisco
Price Range: $15 to $25
This Property Blocks Rooms no
This Property Has 0 Roll-in Showers
Adaptive Devices For The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Are Available No
This Property Braille Signage and/or Raised Markings No
Hotel
200 Marina Blvd
Berkeley 94710
Price Range: $15 to $25
5105487920 Direct Reservation Number
Conference hotel situated on the bay with nearby accessible trail at the Berkeley Marina.
Bathroom door has no lever handle.
End of Berkeley Marina Radisson
Hotel
8452 Edes Ave
Oakland 94621
Price Range: $15 to $25
5105681500 Direct Reservation Number
8002285150 Reservations 800 Number
Located 3 miles from the Oakland Airport and 1 mile from the Oakland Coliseum/Arena. Rate includes Deluxe Continental breakfast.
www.comfortinn.com
Spacious rooms some with kitchenettes.
End of Comfort Inn & Suites
Hotel
1175 University Ave
Berkeley 94702
Price Range: $15 to $25
5105481700 Direct Reservation Number
8004654329 Reservations 800 Number
5105481705 Fax
Located 2 miles to the U.C. Berkeley Campus. Rate includes breakfast bar.
www.hieberkeley.com
Rooms are crowded with furniture.
End of Holiday Inn Express
Hotel
2600 Durant
Berkeley 94704
Price Range: $15 to $25
5108458981 Direct Reservation Number
5104868336 Fax
Older hotel just 1 block from U.C. Berkeley Campus. Rooms were newly rennovated in 2001.
On a slight slope and need to go around to the front for accessible entrance.
Historic elevator with cab dimensions 50" wide x 50" deep. May be tight for 3 wheeled scooter.
Rooms with roll-in showers are larger than rooms with tub.
End of Hotel Durant
Hotel
444 Embarcadero
Oakland 94607
Price Range: $15 to $25
5104442032 Direct Reservation Number
5108343074 Fax
Located only a few blocks from Jack London Square, ferry terminal to San Francisco and Amtrak. Rate includes continental breakfast.
www.jacklondoninn.com
Bench in shower is wooden. Will be getting touch lamps in the future.
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Hotel
1001 Broadway
Oakland 94607
Price Range: $15 to $25
5104514000 Direct Reservation Number
Located in downtown Oakland within 1 block of the 12th St BART station. Close to Chinatown and many restaurants.
1 suite with king bedroom and roll-in shower available.
Room 1719 has 1 double bed.
End of Oakland Marriott City Center
Hotel
150 Hegenberger Rd
Oakland 94621
Price Range: $15 to $25
5106355300 Direct Reservation Number
5106359661 Fax
Located a mile from the Oakland Airport and shuttle with lift available.
Braille signage is on order as of 5/2001.
There is a 2" threshold into the shower.
End of Park Plaza
Hotel
30 El Portal
Sausalito 94965
Price Range: $15 to $25
4153329535 Direct Reservation Number
8008938433 Reservations 800 Number
Small Inn situated on San Francisco Bay with great views. Room rate includes continental breakfast and afternoon cheese and wine.
Hard packed gravel parking lot.
Remote control for heat & air. Room 106 has balcony. Room 306 no balcany but more spacious than 106.
End of The Inn Above Tide
Hotel
Ten Washington St
Oakland 94607
Price Range: $15 to $25
5108363800 Direct Reservation Number
5108325695 Fax
Situated on the Oakland Estuary and Jack London Square. They will begin construction on a new section by 2001 which will include more accessible rooms.
Rooms with roll-in shower are very spacious. Wooden bench in roll-in.
End of Waterfront Plaza
Hotel
1333 Bayshore Hwy.
Burlingame
Price Range: $15 to $25
6503471234 Direct Reservation Number
8002231234 Reservations 800 Number
sanfrancisco.hyatt.com/sfobu/index.html
Airport shuttle with wheelchair lift.
Braille room directory.
Shower Bench:Padded Bench With Back
Touch lamps at bedside.
End of Hyatt Regency Airport
Motel
777 Airport Blvd
Burlingame
Price Range: $15 to $25
6503422635 Direct Reservation Number
8008437663 Reservations 800 Number
Airport shuttle with wheelchair lift available.
In some of the rooms the bed blocked the bathroom door from fully opening. Do not recommend room 114.
End of Red Roof Inn
Hotel
750 Kearny
San Francisco
Price Range: $15 to $25
4154336600 Direct Reservation Number
Conveniently located next to Chinatown and the Financial District in a flat area.
The pool is not accessible but you can use the pool at their sister hotel at Fisherman's Wharf.
Emergency Stairwell exit signs.
Cab Dimensions are 50" x 71". Control height is 52".
End of Holiday Inn Financial District
Hotel
50 8th St
San Francisco
Price Range: $15 to $25
4156266103 Direct Reservation Number
8002431135 Reservations 800 Number
Only guestrooms on the 6th floor have Braille.
Accessible entrance is through the parking garage.
Shower Bench:Plastic Stool With Back
End of Holiday Inn Civic Center
Hotel
333 Battery
San Francisco
Price Range: $15 to $25
4153921234 Direct Reservation Number
8002331234
Phone Amplifier and strobe fire alarm.
Menu for in room dining and the Park Grill
End of Park Hyatt
Hotel
2 New Montgomery
San Francisco
Price Range: $15 to $25
4155121111 Direct Reservation Number
Magestic property located close to the Convention Center and arts area.
Roll-in shower available in health spa. Large size guestrooms.
Shower Bench:Plastic Stool With Back
End of The Palace Hotel
Hotel
1300 Columbus Avenue
San Francisco
Price Range: $15 to $25
4157719000 Direct Reservation Number
Located in the middle of Fisherman's Wharf and Ghiradeli Square. The hotel has 2 sections with the main section having the best access.
Shower Bench: Padded fold-down bench
End of Holiday Inn Fisherman's Wharf
Hotel
555 North Pointe St
San Francisco
Price Range: $15 to $25
4155631234 Direct Reservation Number
Flashing fire alarm
Room service and restaurant menus. Guest information books
End of Hyatt at Fisherman's Wharf
Hotel
1250 Columbus
San Francisco
Price Range: $15 to $25
4157757555 Direct Reservation Number
Strobe fire alarm
End of Marriott Fisherman's Wharf
Hotel
425 North Point St
San Francisco
Price Range: $15 to $25
4155611100 Direct Reservation Number
8006484626 Reservations 800 Number
Charming European style property that's a just a few blocks from Fisherman's Wharf.
www.tuscaninn.com
Some guestrooms are very small and you must move the furniture to have clear pathways.
End of Tuscan Inn
Hostel
Bldg. 240 Fort Mason
San Francisco
Price Range: $15 to $25
4157717277 Direct Reservation Number
The location of this hostel requires you to have your own transportation or to use nearby public transportation. Make your reservations many months in advance. Only breakfast is available.
This hostel rennovated an area that has a kitchen with lowered counters and sink, a sperate living room and 2 bedrooms. It is quite accessible and worth checking out.
There is no designated parking howerver there are a few spots out front that with a disabled parking placard you can park overnight.
Shower Bench:Plastic Stool With Back
In addition to the new area the restrooms are multiuse with both men's & women's having roll in showers. No lever handles on faucets or doors. Sleeping arrangements are communal bunk beds or there are a few couples rooms. These book up far in advance.
End of Hostel at Fisherman's Wharf
Hotel
750 Stanyan St
San Francisco
Price Range: $15 to $25
4157511000
www.stanyanpark.com
Parking available at Kezar lot.
End of Stanyan Park Hotel
Hotel
1625 Post St
San Francisco
Price Range: $15 to $25
4159223200 Direct Reservation Number
8003333333 Reservations 800 Number
Flashing fire alarm
Room service menu
End of Radisson Miyako
Hotel
2775 Van Ness
San Francisco
Price Range: $15 to $25
4159285000 Direct Reservation Number
8002285150 Reservations 800 Number
Situated on the outer edge of town near Fisherman's wharf and with easy access to the Golden Gate bridge. A car is recommended when staying here.
Front desk emergency instructions.
To enter the garage you have to press a button from your vehicle. This may be hard to reach from a van.
Accessible entrance adjacent to main door.
Elevator opening 35".
End of Comfort Inn by the Bay
Motel
2755 Lombard St
San Francisco
Price Range: $15 to $25
4159318581 Direct Reservation Number
8005787878 Reservations 800 Number
Located on the edge of town with easy access to the Golden Gate Bridge. When staying here it's advisable to have your own transportation.
Shower Bench:Plastic Stool With Back
There is a maneuverable floor plan if you move the beds around.
End of Travelodge Presidio
Hotel
600 Stockton St
San Francisco
Price Range: $15 to $25
4152967465 Direct Reservation Number
All exits
End of The Ritz Carlton
Hotel
12 Fourth St
San Francisco 94103
Price Range: $15 to $25
4153481111 Direct Reservation Number
4153480302 Fax
New as of 2001 Boutique hotel located near Moscone Convention Center.
Accessible Suite available.
Nearby public garage at 5th and Mission St
End of Hotel Palomar
Motel
112 7th St
San Francisco
Price Range: $15 to $25
4156217001 Direct Reservation Number
8004445819 Reservations 800 Number
This property offers a good bargain for it's location, however one should use caution when walking/rolling around at night.
One area of the lobby is inaccessible.
Cab dimensions are 52" x 63".
Shower Bench:Plastic Stool
End of Best Western
Motel
140 7th St
San Francisco
Price Range: $15 to $25
4155528600 Direct Reservation Number
8004445817 Reservations 800 Number
This property is part of a group of three hotels that offer good rates for the city. The location is close to an undesireable area at night. Rate includes breakfast delivered to your room.
Shower Bench:Plastic Stool
End of Best Western Carriage Inn
Hotel
701 Post St
San Francisco
Price Range: $15 to $25
4156732600 Direct Reservation Number
European style hotel located a few block uphill from Union Square. Close to theater district. Rate includes continental breakfast.
www.beresford.com
The public restrooms are not accessible.
The public parking lot is located up a steep hill. It's best to valet park.
The accessible entrance is around the corner and is generally kept locked. Call in advance to have them unlock the door. Take the elevator to the lobby level.
Door opening is 32". Cab dimensions are at least 51"deep X 54" wide.
Shower Bench:Plastic Stool
Room 404 has a pedastal style sink.
End of Beresford Arms
Hotel
750 Sutter
San Francisco
Price Range: $15 to $25
4154746464 Direct Reservation Number
8002274788
Located several blocks uphill from Union Square.
Elevator opening 32". Inside cab dimensions 54" wide x 50" deep.
Shower Bench:Plastic Stool
Rooms are very spacious.
End of Best Western Canterbury Hotel
Hotel
340 Stockton
San Francisco
Price Range: $15 to $25
4157815555 Direct Reservation Number
8002354300
Inside cab dimensions are different than above but are large enough to accommodate 2 people in wheelchairs side by side.
End of Campton Place
Hotel
480 Sutter
San Francisco
Price Range: $15 to $25
4143988900 Direct Reservation Number
End of Crowne Plaza
Hotel
501 Post St
San Francisco 94102
Price Range: $15 to $25
4154417100 Direct Reservation Number
8002273184 Reservations 800 Number
4158858842 Fax
Located a few blocks from Union Square and close to many theaters.
Plans for acquiring visual fire alarms.
Very Spacious rooms.
End of Donatello
Hotel
351 Geary
San Francisco
Price Range: $15 to $25
4157817800 Direct Reservation Number
8008434343 Reservations 800 Number
This European style hotel is conveniently located in the heart of Union Square.
www.handlery.com
The accessible route from the parking garage to the registration area is not direct. Ask the bellman for directions.
If you are not driving enter on Geary St.
End of Handlery Hotel
Hotel
333 O'Farrell
San Francisco 94102
Price Range: $15 to $25
4157711400 Direct Reservation Number
4157716807 Fax
Convention Hotel located several blocks from Union Square.
End of Hilton San Francisco
Hotel
500 Post St
San Francisco
Price Range: $15 to $25
4157718600 Direct Reservation Number
8005336465 Reservations 800 Number
www.panpac.com
End of Pan Pacific Hotel
Hotel
345 Taylor St
San Francisco
Price Range: $15 to $25
4156732332 Direct Reservation Number
End of Ramada Inn at Union Square
Hotel
55 Cyril Magnin St
San Francisco
Price Range: $15 to $25
4153928000 Direct Reservation Number
8006507272
End of Renaissance Parc 55 Hotel
Hotel
620 Sutter
San Francisco
Price Range: $15 to $25
4157756500 Direct Reservation Number
This smaller hotel located on the outer edges of the Union Square area offers a good bargain. Rate includes continental breakfast.
Only 2 of the roll-in showers have benches.
Public garage accross the street.
Accessible entrance located adjacent to the main entrance. It is kept locked in the late evening so you must ring a security bell.
End of Sheehan Hotel
Hotel
490 Geary
San Francisco
Price Range: $15 to $25
4159287900 Direct Reservation Number
8008273447 Reservations 800 Number
Accessible entrance adjacent to main entrance but no signage indicating access.
There is a large dresser in the bathroom that blocks access but can be moved. Bed is 30" high.
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Hotel
335 Powell St
San Francisco
Price Range: $15 to $25
4153977000 Direct Reservation Number
This grand hotel is located just across from Union Square and offers great views of the city.
www.westin.com
The entrance through the parking garage is level.
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Hostel
312 Mason St
San Francisco
Price Range: $15 to $25
4157885604
Excellent location one block from Union Square however access is limited.
Only extremely difficult street parking.
There is a steep incline to enter and the doors open out making it a challenge to enter independently.
Elevator is manually operated and unreliable. Height to controls is 51". Cab dimensions 49" deep X 68" wide. It is not self leveling and sometimes there is a 4" ledge to get out.
Shower Bench:Padded Bench With Back
Restroom is single use. Communal sleeping or several couples rooms available.
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They can provide access information on how to get from the airport to downtown.
Phone: 800.736.2008
From the airport go to the upper level island at either the North or International terminal and take the SamTrams 3X connector shuttle to the Colma Bart station. From there you can get off at any San Francisco Bart station. You can also take the SamTrams 3B bus to the Daly City Bart station, but this takes longer. There are tie down positions for at least 2 passengers in wheelchairs. All connector shuttles and BART trains are wheelchair accessible.
Phone: 510.465.2278
TDD: 510.839.2220
All car rental facilities are located in one building off the terminal property. There is an accessible shuttle to take you there. You can call to arrange this in advance, or you can ask any car rental employee curbside to call for you. We also suggest you call 24 hours in advance to reconfirm your hand control request.
Phone: 650.553.9217 Ext 104 - Accessible shuttle to car rental.
Ramped minivans can hold 2 wheelchairs, no advance reservations. Serves San Francisco.
Phone: 415.206.7715
From the airport go to the upper level center island at either the North or International terminals and take the free shuttle to the Millbrae Caltrain station. Connect here to the 4th and Townsend St. station. All shuttles are accessible. Not all Caltrain stations are accessible but 4th and Townsend is. Wheelchair riders should board the second car from the North and wait on the platform area marked with the international access symbol.
Phone: 800.660.4287
TDD: 415.508.6448
2 lift equipped vans, 1 van can accommodate 4 wheelchairs, advance reservations. Serves San Francisco.
Phone: 415.558.8500
Ramped minivan can hold 2 wheelchairs, up to 24 hour reservations accepted. Serves San Francisco.
Phone: 415.546.1888
Ramped minivans, no reservations accepted. Average one way fare from the airport to downtown is $30.00. Serves San Francisco.
Phone: 415.282.3737 Ext 240
Be sure to check with your hotel ahead of time to see if they have secured parking. Daily parking can be expensive and can add significantly to your bill.
Oakland International Airport is much smaller than San Francisco and is easier to negotiate. All of the major airlines have ramped jetways from the plane to the terminal. To get to San Francisco take the Air BART shuttle to the Colliseum BART station. Exit at any San Francisco stop. All Air BART shuttles are accessible and run every 15 minutes. Pick up at center island.
Car rental companies are located at the terminal so you don't need to take a shuttle to pick up your car.
Disabled accessible parking is located at the terminal by entering the short term parking lot. Visitors with a placard pay the long term rates.
San Francisco International Airport is located 14 miles south of San Francisco. In general you will find good accessibility throughout the airport. All of the major airlines have ramped jetways from the plane to the terminal. Smaller commuter aircraft may require boarding by stairs from the tarmac. Check with the individual airlines regarding their boarding policies.
There is a brochure describing access and services. It is also available in large print. To request the brochure in advance call 650.794.4001 or write to SFIA, PO Box 8097, San Francisco, CA 94128. The guide is also available at the information booth located on the lower level, baggage area.
Disabled accessible parking is located at the airport in the Hourly Lot,
Long Term Lot, and the Valet area. (Be advised that there is no longer a disabled discount at the Hourly Lot, formerly known as the Short Term Lot. The daily rate at the Hourly Lot is $35 per day). If you are not able to pull out a ticket from the machine or if you have a raised roof on your van, proceed to the valet parking area.
Phone: 650.876.2377
Website: www.flysfo.com
Amtrak does not have a station in San Francisco. You must exit the train at the Emeryville station across the bay and take an accessible shuttle to the San Francisco connecting station at 1 Embarcadero. When you make your reservations advise them that you will need lift equipped transportation. The Emeryville station is fully accessible.
Phone: 800.331.1212
Phone: 800.526.6408
Phone: 800.800.4000
Phone: 800.654.3131
Phone: 800.227.7368
They can accommodate people in wheelchairs on most of their trips however they require 48 hours advance notice. Two of their motorized cable cars are also equipped with lifts. These lifts can not accommodate 3 wheeled scooters. Reservations for these tours are requested 24 hours in advance.
Phone: 415.558.9400
Website: www.graylinesanfrancisco.com
They have many vehicles with lifts in varying sizes and seating configurations. Rates vary depending on the size of the group and duration. Minimum charge of 4 hours. Advance reservations required.
Phone: 415.468.4300
All BART trains are accessible. Discounted tickets may be purchased at participating locations by presenting a Regional Transit Discount ID, Medicare card, or a DMV Disabled Placard. To obtain a list of participating locations go to the Customer Service Center in the Oakland Lake Merritt Station. Other useful BART publications include "Fun places to get to on BART" and "A guide to public transportation from BART".
This underground train service runs up Market St in San Francisco and primarily serves the downtown area. It also serves the East Bay.
Tickets can be purchased at all stations however if you want a Disabled Discount Pass you must either go to the Customer Service Center at the Lake Merritt Station in Oakland or pick up a copy of the "BART Tickets Sold Here" brochure. To receive a discount ticket you may be required to show proof of disability such as a Medicare card, DMV ID card, or other transit discount card.
Phone: 888.235.3828 - Elevator updates. (888-2ELEVAT)
Phone: 415.992.2278 - General Information Number
TDD: 510.839.2220
All stations are equipped with elevators. These elevators frequently break down so it is highly advised to call ahead to make sure the elevator is operational at your destination station.
There is level access onto all trains however, there can be a large gap between the platform and the train which small front wheels can get stuck in. Some people advise backing on and off the trains.
All platforms have raised areas for detection by people who are blind or visually impaired. There is no announcement made informing you which train has arrived, it's only a visual announcement. Once on the train the conductor announces the stop.
The elevator signs are not clearly marked on the platforms but are generally are located at either end of the station.
To process your ticket you need to go to the station agent booth and have them process it because the gates are not wheelchair accessible.
Phone: 510.834.5438 - Elevator Update (510.834.LIFT)
Fax: 888.235.3828 - Elevator Update - Toll Free
Muni operates buses, streetcars,light rail, and cable cars. While over 60% of the bus lines are accessible, all underground stations of the Muni Metro light rail service are accessible and key stops are accessible on the surface level. Different forms of boarding apply in different situations. These may include buses with lifts, ramped platforms, wayside lifts, and level entry. For a detailed description of accessible lines and/or stops, request a muni access guide by calling the accessible services program at 415 923-6142 or visit their website. Discount fares are available in the form of monthly passes or per trip. For discount fare eligibility information, contact the Muni Discount Office at 415 923-6070.
Phone: 415.673.6864 - General Information
Phone: 415.923.6142 - Accessible Services
TDD: 415.351.3443
Website: www.ci.sf.ca.us/muni
The famous trolly cars are not accessible to people who need to ride in their wheelchair. Trolly operators are not required to assist someone who needs help loading a manual wheelchair onto the trolly, but there is no policy saying they can't assist.
- You can connect with other cities public transit systems at several muni stops.
- The buses can be very crowded and difficult to board during rush hours.
- The underground trains can have a large gap between the boarding platform and the train so board with caution.
Paratransit provider is ATC. Paratransit services are for people with ADA certifiable disabilities who are unable to use public transportation. If you currently hold an ADA certification for your place of residence, then you are eligible for paratransit in another city. If you have not been certified you must apply with the Paratransit Broker. In both instances you must request services in advance of your visit. Paratransit does not provide airport transportation.
Phone: 415.351.7010
Website: www.transitinfo.org/Access
See Airport Trasportation.
Ramped minivans for rent daily and weekly rates, airport delivery for a fee.
Phone: 888.282.8267
Website: www.accessiblevans.com
Ramped minivans for rent daily and weekly rates, airport delivery for a fee.
Phone: 800.638.1912
Website: www.wheelchairgetaways.com
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To find out about what's happening in the arts check these out: AudioVision-this service lists which performances are audio described for blind/visually impaired. 415 641-4589 sfArts A monthly up to date listing of the arts. The Pink Section of the Sunday Examiner newspaper lists current and upcoming events and activities.
Golden Gate Park
San Francisco
415.750.7145 Phone
415.386.9440 TDD
Home of the Steinhart Aquarium, Morrison Planetarium, and the Natural History Museum.
www.calacademy.org
Open Daily 10am-5pm General admission $8.50
The back entrance off of Middle Dr. is level.
Located on the lower level, the cafeteria restroom provides the best access.
Good access throughout except for the reptile area. Wheelchairs available at the security desk.
On the Level
415.921.1382 Phone
On the Level is a walking tour company that is in the process of producing a series of pamphlets on accessible walking/wheeling tours city-wide. Website coming in early 2000. They can also lead individual customized tours. Call or e-mail in advance of your trip to make arrangements.
onthelevelsf@hotmail.com
Fees are based on a sliding scale
San Francisco, CA
415.705.5555 Phone - Blue & Gold reservation line.
This island was once a fedral prison for such infamous convicts as Al Capone and the "Birdman". Self guided audio tours of the cell house are available. Museum, films, and gift shop available. Take the Blue & Gold Ferry from Fisherman's Wharf. See "Blue & Gold Fleet" (in this section) for a description of their access.
www.nps.gov/alcatraz
Tours available Daily 9:30am-4:30pm. Fare includes ferry ride and park admission. Advance reservations are required during peak times.
The hike up to the cell house is extremely steep and long but can be negotiated in a motorized chair. For people unable to make the climb there is an electric shuttle available (the SEAT) that is ramped. Look for it at the ferry landing. No advance reservation required. The accessible entrance to the cellhouse is located at the side by the audio tour entrance. Rennovations for a new entrance are planned for 2000.
Main film in the museum and "We hold the rock" video in the Indian Occupation Exhibit are captioned.
Large print script of cell house tour available.
San Francisco
415.897.0715 Phone - Recorded message.
This island located in the San Francisco bay was once a military outpost and immigration station. The island is very hilly but for a fee there is an accessible tram that circles the island.
www.angelisland.com
Open daily 8am-5pm
Ferries depart from San Francisco, Tiberon, Oakland, and Vallejo. Ferries are boarded by ramps at all locations, however their steepness depends on the tide.
Printed scripts of the tram tour are available.
Both restrooms stalls only allow for a front approach transfer. There is no clearance on either side.
Facilities that have wheelchair access include the museum, gift shop, and cafe. Other facilities that have a steep approach include Camp Reynolds, Immigration Station, and Fort McDowell.
Jose Can U See
PO Box 426139
San Francisco, CA
94102
415.552.5673 Phone
Expertly guided walking tours of San Francisco for people who are blind or low vision. Make arrangements much in advance of your trip.
Pier 41, Fisherman's Wharf
San Francisco
415.705.5555 Phone
Daily narrated bay cruise and Alcatraz Island
www.blueandgoldfleet.com
The Zelinsky ship has the best restroom access.
All ships can be boarded by ramps but their steepness depends on the tide. Some thresholds are only accessible with assistance. Staff is available to assist.
City Guides of San Francisco
100 Larkin St.
San Francisco, CA
94102
415.557.4434 Phone
415.557.4266 Phone - Recorded message
415.557.4433 TDD
This program offered by the San Francisco Public Library provides free guided walks that explore San Francisco's history, architecture,legends and lore. Call to find out which tours are wheelchair friendly. Schedules may be picked up at the Visitor's Center or visit their website.
www.walking-tours.com/cityguides
With enough advance notice the library can arrange for an ASL interpreter.
3601 Lyon
San Francisco
415.561.7337 Phone
Features over 650 hands on exhibits dealing with science, art, and human perception.
www.exploratorium.edu
Summer hours: Daily 10am-6pm Winter hours: Tu-Sun 10am-5pm Fees: General $9, Disabled & ages 6-17, $5, Seniors and University students, $7.
The Tactile Dome is a great experience for people who are blind or low vision. There is a seperate entrance fee for this and it requires advance reservations.
The newer bathrooms located in the center of the building are the most accessible.
Some of the exhibits can not be accessed from a wheelchair.
San Francisco
This multi-use park stretches for three miles and offers a multitude of activities for the entire family. There are wide paved paths throughout and the streets are closed to autos on Sundays, allowing you to walk/roll in the streets. There are two visitor's centers, one at McLaren Lodge (in the park near Stanyan and Fell St) and at the historic Beach Chalet at the Great Hwy. Upstairs from the visitor's center is an accessible restaurant/brewery with sweeping views of the ocean. The main highlights in the park include; DeYoung Museum-see museums Asian Art Museum-see museums California Academy of Science-see museums Japanese Tea Gardens-This attraction is fairly inaccessible due to the steep terrain and narrow paths. There is no charge to wheelchair users so it is worth going in to take a look. Botanical Gardens-Wide paved paths are found in most areas however, it is quite hilly throughout. The only accessible restrooms are found at the County Fair Building just outside the gardens entrance on 9th Ave, but they are not always unlocked. A sensory garden has been built for people who are blind to enjoy. In general, the park is a lovely place to take a stroll or have a picnic. There are plenty of places that wheelchair riders can access.
415.558.9400 Phone - Reservations
They can accommodate people in wheelchairs on most of their trips however they require 48 hours advance notice. Two of their motorized cable cars are also equipped with lifts. These lifts can not accommodate 3 wheeled scooters. Reservations for these tours are requested 24 hours in advance.
www.graylinesanfrancisco.com
Pier 33
San Francisco
415.788.8866 Phone
Dining on the bay aboard an elegant Yacht.
www.hornblower.com
There are several ships that are boarded by ramps but the steepness depends on the tide. Wheelchairs with anti-tip mechanisms may have difficulty boarding the Monte Carlo.
Only the California has an accessible restroom. Toilet height 16".
If there are enough reservations, dining service is held on the upper and lower deck. However, if there aren't enough reservations dining is only on the upper deck and there is no elevator but they will carry you up.
Golden Gate Park
San Francisco
415.750.7645 Phone - Accessibility coordinator.
415.750.3509 TDD
A diversified collection of art housed in 22 galleries.
www.thinker.org
Open Tu-Sun 9:30am-5pm Admission:Adults $7, Seniors $5, Youth 12-17 $4, Under 12, free. Museum is scheduled to close December 2000 until mid 2005 for renonvations.
TDD available at security desk. Interpreters can be prearranged with 72hrs. advance notice.
For select exhibits Braille, large print and audio cassettes are available. Large print floor plan is available at the information desk.
San Francisco
415.447.0597 Phone
800.229.2784
Offer Bay cruises leaving from Fisherman's Wharf. All boats are boarded via ramps however their steepness depends on the tide. None of the bathrooms are accessible but the Harbor Queen's may be manageable for small wheelchairs.
www.redandwhite.com
Sloat Blvd at the Pacific Ocean
San Francisco, CA
415.735.7080 Phone
Northern California's largest Zoological Park. The terrain is quite hilly and covers a large area. All animal viewing areas are accessible with the exception of one area in the Primate center. The main zoo shop is not accessible.The pathway to the Wildlife Theater may be difficult to negotiate due to the wood chip ground covering.
Open daily 10am-5pm
Accessible parking is available at both entrances.
The main entrance at Sloat Blvd has a steep hill. The South Gate entrance is more accessible however it is not open all the time. A new entrance is planned.
TDD available at Administrative office.
Located in the children's area this is the most accessible bathroom however, you must pass through 2 sets of gates whose smallest clearance is 27".
Yerba Buena Gardens
San Francisco
415.777.2800 Phone
Newly opened in 1999 this innovative art and technology center for children and teens provides hands on experience producing the arts including filming animation, producing video, and webcasting.
W-F 12pm-6pm, Sa-Su 11am-5pm Admission $7 Adults, $5 ages 5-18, Free under age 5
Sloped walkways lead to all entrances.
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34th Ave and Clement St
San Francisco
415.750.7645 Phone - Access Office
415.863.3300 Phone - Taped message
415.750.3509 TDD
Ancient and European art from 2500 BC through the 20th century.
www.thinker.org
tbrown@famsf.org
Tu-Sun 9:30am-5pm
Admission $7 General, $5 Seniors, $4 Ages 12-17, Under 12 Free. Second Wednesday of the month free.
The mueum sits atop a hill so the main entrance has a long ramp with few level landings. There is an alternate level entrance at the Terrace Level door. The door is kept locked but there is an intercom which will alert a guard to open the door.
Interpreters available with 2 weeks advance notice.
INFORM, an audio device that lists information about the permanent collection may be borrowed for free.
Large print floor plans available at the Information Desk. For select temporary exhibits, large print editions of the label text may be borrowed at that exhibits entrance.
Specially trained access docents are available for private tours with 3 weeks advance notice. Contact the access office.