Be sure to ride the cable cars at least once in your life.

Sure, BART is convenient and fast, the bus has shorter lines, and taxis take you right to the door, but don't pass up the experience of riding the cable cars in San Francisco once in your lifetime. They are an adventure everyone needs to experience once in a lifetime. Here's some tips to have the best possible experience.

1. Get on at the beginning of the line at Market Street or the end at Ghiradelli Square. Anywhere in between you won't be guaranteed a spot.

2. Don't even think about sitting. Stand up and hold the pole. Wave to the people on the street. Revel in every moment that you are a tourist!

3. If you're standing watch out for cars!

4. Also, if you're standing, on your way to Ghiradelli Square, there's a steep hill and you will go fast. Hold on tight, it's as thrilling as an old fashioned roller coaster, especially since you're not strapped in.

5. Remember it all. You might want to tell your kids someday. Who knows how long the cable cars will be around?

If you're a Californian, Valentine's Day is coming up. Take your honey on a Cable Car trip to Ghirradelli Square for gooey, chocolatey dessert.