Things To Do
Ferry Building
We love this place! There's just so much different foods and gifts you can find. Coffee, chocolate, cheese, empanadas, churros! My mouth is watering just telling you all this. You can also do a guided food tour of the Ferry Building, but requires reservations. Don't forget the Farmers Market opens on Saturdays 8 am to 2 pm!
Golden Gate Bridge
Walk the Golden Gate Bridge! It spans 1.7 miles. If you choose to walk the whole span, make sure you're wearing comfortable shoes. Don't forget having to walk back to your car. That's a total of 3.4 miles!
Chinatown
If you like dim sum, tea and rolled-up ice cream, or just want to learn more about one of the biggest cultural influences in San Francisco, Chinatown is perfect. We came here and were greeted by lion dancing. Not saying you'll be as well, but it's a beautiful little town worth exploring.
Pier 39
If you want seafood, this is it. Clam chowda!
Cable Car
This is probably the best way to get around the city, and we highly recommend it. You can go to most of the places we recommended just by going on and off the cable car. Fares are available as a single-ride ticket ($7), or via 1-, 3-, and 7-day passes. Single-ride (one-way) fares must be paid in advance of boarding at the terminus. Fares may be paid on-board to the conductor at all other stops. You can also purchase fares via the free MuniMobile app; the cable car lines start operating at 7:30 a.m. and close at 10:30 p.m., Monday through Sunday. Go on, ride it! What could be better than exploring the city without having to drive through it?
Golden Gate Park
The Golden Gate Park offers a variety of gardens, such as the Botanical Garden, Japanese Tea Garden, and of course, the Queen Wilhelmina Tulip Garden. It has multiple museums, too. Grab some food, have a picnic at one of their vast lawns, and do one of our favorite things to do...people watch!
Union Square
Surounded by a large collection of restaurants and shops! Another great place for people watching!
Crissy Field
It's the perfect place for a picnic with a view of the Golden Gate Bridge!
Deliciousness
Here are some food places we enjoy: 1. Marufuku Ramen 2. Arsicault Bakery 3. Blue Bottle Coffee 4. Osmanthus Dim Sum Lounge 5. Senor Sisig 6. Ghirardelli Ice Cream