Things To Do
Golden Gate Bridge
Walk or bike across Golden Gate Bridge, take photos from Battery Spencer, visit Fort Point, and enjoy views at Crissy Field.
Pier 39
Explore shops and street performers at Pier 39, watch sea lions at Sea Lion Center, and enjoy bay views near Fisherman's Wharf.
Golden Gate Park
Stroll through Golden Gate Park to visit Japanese Tea Garden, botanical garden, explore California Academy of Sciences, relax at Stow Lake, see art at de Young Museum and more.
Alcatraz Island
Take a ferry to Alcatraz Island, tour Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary, and learn history at National Park Service exhibits. Make sure to book well in advance.
Ghirardelli Square
Enjoy chocolate treats at historic Ghirardelli Square, visit Ghirardelli shops, and take in waterfront views.
Union Square
Shop and dine at Union Square, visit stores, shops, bars and enjoy city nightlife.
Chinatown
Walk through San Francisco Chinatown, enter via Dragon Gate, and try authentic Chinese cuisine.
San Francisco
Some of the other attractions in SF: Cable Car: Ride historic cars over SF’s steep hills with great views. Fisherman’s Wharf: Lively waterfront with seafood, shops, and attractions. Lombard Street: Famous winding “crooked” street with scenic views. California Academy of Sciences: Aquarium, planetarium, rainforest, and exhibits. Palace of Fine Arts: Beautiful landmark with lagoon, great for walks. Ferry Building: Waterfront marketplace with food, shops, and bay views. Twin Peaks: Top panoramic city viewpoint, best at sunset/night. Japanese Tea Garden: Peaceful garden with koi ponds and tea houses. Ocean & Baker Beach: Coastal views; Baker has Golden Gate views. Lands End: Scenic coastal trails with dramatic ocean views. de Young Museum: Art museum with exhibits and observation tower. Legion of Honor: European art museum with Golden Gate views. Coit Tower: Landmark tower with murals and city views. SF MOMA: Major modern art museum. Presidio: Park with trails and Golden Gate views.
Pacifica and Half Moon Bay
Relax on beaches in the small town of Pacifica, explore coastline in Half Moon Bay, and hike at Devil's Slide Trail.
Muir Woods National Monument
Walk among redwoods at Muir Woods National Monument, hike scenic trails, and experience nature in Marin County. Don’t forget to make a reservation in advance.
Napa
Taste wines in Napa Valley and enjoy fine dining. here are a few standout wineries worth exploring. Napa Valley (popular wineries) Robert Mondavi Winery Opus One Winery Caymus Vineyards Schramsberg Vineyards Nickel & Nickel Castello di Amorosa Domaine Carneros Chateau Montelena (Calistoga) Artesa Vineyards & Winery (Carneros) Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars Sonoma County (popular wineries) St. Francis Winery & Vineyards Rodney Strong Vineyards Gloria Ferrer Caves & Vineyards Scribe Winery Gundlach Bundschu Winery
Carmel-by-the-Sea
Stroll the streets of Carmel-by-the-Sea, relax at Carmel Beach, and explore art galleries and cottages.
