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Everything You Need to Plan Your San Francisco Adventure

“I left my heart in San Francisco” is a famous song for a reason. The diversity and unique landmarks of this vibrant city make people fall in love with all it has to offer. Technically, the city traces early roots back to approximately 3,000 BC, but the more recent history of the Spanish missions is central to San Francisco’s origins. It’s where we get the famous name Presidio, which is where you’ll find the best parks and views of the Golden Gate Bridge today.

San Francisco grew by leaps and bounds after the discovery of gold in 1848 at nearby Sutter’s Fort, and it hasn’t stopped growing since. With one of the largest natural harbors as its main entrance, this city is also home to the most recognizable bridge in the world: the Golden Gate Bridge. And of course, it stands near to the famous Alcatraz Island where the most notorious criminals served their time.

From the Painted Ladies and Mission District to Fisherman’s Wharf and Lombard Street, the things to see and do in San Francisco could fill your weekend, three times over. So don’t hesitate to jump into our helpful guides about all things San Francisco.

Famous Landmarks
Things to Do
How to Visit Alcatraz
Best Restaurants
Top Foods to Try
Where to Stay

Top San Francisco Tours

Here are our top-rated tours in San Francisco that customers love. Whether you want to explore the heart of San Francisco, the amazing food scene, or head out to the redwoods or Napa Valley for the day, we have tours for you.

San Francisco in a Day

There’s so much to explore, but you can see it all in a day! Join a local expert guide as you wander the streets of San Francisco, from the Golden Gate Bridge and Mission District to the Painted Ladies and Fisherman’s Wharf. You’ll even have skip-the-line tickets for the Alcatraz ferry for an unforgettable tour of that historic prison island.

Food Tours

From Chinatown to North Beach, there are so many delicious foods to taste in San Francisco. That’s why we’ve joined with local foodies who know the best places to eat while avoiding the tourist traps. Get to know the best flavors of San Francisco as you learn about the rich food culture too!

Napa Valley Wine Tours

Napa Valley isn’t far away, so you may as well plan a day to taste the best of California’s vineyards. From Russian Valley to Sonoma, you’ll enjoy flavors and food at some of the best vineyards. Best of all, you can leave the transportation and arrangements to us. Just sit back and enjoy your hassle-free day trip from San Francisco.

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Your San Francisco Food Guide

Sometimes hunger can sneak up on you when you are sightseeing. No matter which streets in San Francisco you wander, we have you covered. Pick the closest attraction and check out our list of top restaurants and cool foods to try, vetted by local foodies.

Best Restaurants in Mission District
Best Restaurants near Fisherman’s Wharf
Top Desserts to Try
Best Rooftop Bars
Top Adult Beverages to Try
Best Restaurants in Sausalito

Travel Tips for San Francisco

San Francisco isn’t the easiest city to navigate, but there are lots of options for transportation between the top sites you want to visit. For those who are planning their first trip to San Francisco, use our helpful itinerary for a weekend getaway. And if this is your second or third trip to San Francisco, then you’ll appreciate our recommendations for photo-worthy national parks and outdoor things to do near San Francisco.

Weekend Itinerary for San Francisco

There’s an endless supply of things to explore in San Francisco, but our local has made it easy. Follow our 3-day itinerary for San Francisco!

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Getting Around San Francisco

If you know San Francisco, you know parking spots are almost a myth. Find out the best local tips for getting around this jam-packed city.

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Explore National Parks and Outdoor Spaces

San Francisco is close to some of the best national parks, beaches, and other amazing outdoor activities. Plan your adventure here!

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