Location Information (San Francisco)
The conference will be held at the
InterContinental Mark Hopkins San Francisco, where Nielsen Norman Group has negotiated a
discounted room rate of $179 per room plus tax, single occupancy.
The InterContinental is a historic San Francisco landmark situated at the crest of Nob Hill
and within walking distance of Union Square, Chinatown, and the Financial District.
NN/g’s discounted room rate is available only through online registration,
and does not include a 14% tax. The rate will be honored between September 30 and October 10, 2010,
and is subject to availability. We recommend that you register as early as possible.
Travel:
The InterContinental hotel is accessible via San Francisco and Oakland airports; the hotel’s website offers driving directions from
each. From San Francisco International airport, you can take a taxi to the hotel for about $45. Shared hotel shuttles are also available for $16-$18, with a travel time of 30-45 minutes.
Meals:
NN/g will provide a daily continental breakfast, and refreshments during breaks.
For dinner, Nob Hill Restaurant
in the hotel lobby serves innovative California cuisine with seasonal dishes. The hotel’s Top Of The Mark sky-bar, located on the
19th floor, is famous for its martinis and panoramic city views.
Beyond the hotel, dining options abound. There are many good online sources for guidance, including:
- SFGate.com features a restaurant database searchable by location, cuisine, and
price, along with reviews and an online reservations service.
- SF Weekly includes five years’ worth of
“best of” guides to restaurants, as well as its picks for the city’s
outstanding art, entertainment, and nightlife.
What to Do in San Francisco:
San Francisco offers many possibilities for sightseeing and evening adventure. Here are a few guides to help you plan your activities:
- SF Visitor is the city’s official tourism bureau; the site offers a trip planner, event calendar,
insider recommendations, and restaurant, museum, and attraction guides.
- San Francisco Offbeat offers suggestions for out-of-the-ordinary experiences, include a listing of
urban hikes and walks for the adventurous.
- The Best of San Francisco’s nightlife guide features an extensive listing of local bars, clubs, and theaters.
- Laughing Squid has a guide to San Francisco’s underground art and culture, including
the Squid List of current events and links to local film, music, art, and technology websites.
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InterContinental Mark Hopkins San Francisco