by Bryan Costales
(2 of 12)
Construction on Maiden Lane was masked with large photos of model heads.
This is where Maiden Lane began just across from Union Square.
by Bryan Costales
(3 of 12)
The corner of Stockton and O'Farrell, kitty-corner from Macys, used to
be FAO Schwartz Toys
for many years. Hard times caused that FAO Schwartz store to
close. That store became Barneys New
by Bryan Costales
(4 of 12)
After Union Square was remodeled from 2000 to 2002 into its present form.
Along Geary street there appear to be steps lining the street. But those
steps are actually seating for tourists and
by Bryan Costales
(6 of 12)
The San Francisco Macy's store is across Geary Street from Union Square.
Each level has broad windows that overlook the square. Enter from Geary
and take the escalators up for a free high-level
by Bryan Costales
(7 of 12)
Beyond the art atop Union Square was the discount tickets building.
It was a good place to visit if you were looking for last minute
discount tickets to plays and musicals.
by Bryan Costales
(8 of 12)
The Powell Street cable cars ran right along side Union Square. This view is
across Powell from the Powell at Geary corner of Union Square looking toward Sutter Street.
by Bryan Costales
(9 of 12) A French pay toilet
was near the parking entry. These self-cleaning, computerized
toilets are made by the French company J.C. Decaux. To use one,
pay a quarter. If you lack a quarter, free tokens are
by Bryan Costales
(10 of 12)
One of many tour busses passed Union Square, traveling west along Geary Street.
This one happened to be crossing in front of Macy's.
by Bryan Costales
(11 of 12)
A man in a business suit walked down a short dead-end alley just off
Union Square. Bagley Place is just off O'Farrell Street near Grant Avenue.
