montague spa Potrero Hill At one time this usually sunny SoMa hill was set to become the next big thing. But some

Potrero Hill At one time this usually sunny SoMa hill was set to become the next big thing. But somehow its isolation kept that from ever happening, cut off from the rest of the city, as it is, by freeways on three sides and its own precipitous inclines. Consequently, it has remained the quiet, pleasant neighborhood it always has been, with spectacular views. To be sure, a few more upmarket concerns are located here than before, and there are more restaurants and bars, but mostly it s thoroughly residential. However there are a few tourist sights that beckon here the Anchor Brewing Company is worth the tour, and the Basic Brown Bear Factory is a hit with kids. d Map H5 Anchor Brewing Company: 1705 Mariposa St; Map H5 (415) 863-8350 Basic Brown Bear Factory: 2801 Leavenworth St, Floor 2; Map H5 (866) 5BB-BEAR

Skateboarding Skateboard ramps are wherever you make them in this city along Market Street in the Financial District, in one of the dozens of parks, or on any plaza. Protection against the inevitable vagaries of flying around on wheels means you should gear up appropriately. montague spa d DLX: 1831 Market St; Map F4 FTC Skateboarding: 622 Shrader St; Map D4