Cool things to do in san francisco and los angeles?

i'm taking a roadtrip from portland, or to los angeles with a friend. we'd like to find some cool things to do or places to see along the way and when we get down there. not typical touristy things, but cool local things. thanks =)Cool things to do in san francisco and los angeles?
In San Francisco:



Nothing like going to the Moscone Center in Downtown San Francisco or the Cow palace for special exhibits or concerts.

Try Beard Papa's cream puffs

Japantown - udon; Chinatown - Dim Sum, Little Italy for International favorites

Shopping at Union Square especially around Macy's and Nordstrom's

might want to look around the Castro - been hot lately with the Harvey Milk movie starring Sean Penn

Trying to find the top of Twin Peaks by car

Walking down Lombard Street the crookiest street in the world

The various museaums and art galleries - pallace of fine arts



Also can go to the Eastbay:

Go to Berkeley Bowl if you love produce and fruit



On the way stop at one of the presido's along the Mission trail or local wineries. Maybe see Hearst Castle in San Simeon - visit one of the famous beaches for instance in Carmel or the aquarium in Monterey.



In LA - Hollywood area

Pasadena Flea Market

La Brea tar pits

Koreatown, Chinatown, Japantown

Rodeo Drive

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