Top Things to Do in San Francisco
Things to Do in San Francisco
Popular things to do
- City Tours
- Nature and Wildlife Tours
- Points of Interest & Landmarks
- Day Trips
- Wine Tastings
- Parks
- Half-day Tours
- Bus Tours
- Speciality Museums
- Full-day Tours
- Self-guided Tours
- Theatres
- Audio Guides
- Segway Tours
- Historic Sites
- Hop on Hop Off Buses
- Night Tours
- Historic Walking Areas
- Skip the line Tickets
- 4WD Tours
- Art Museums
- Sailing
- Sunset Cruises
- Historical Tours
- Culinary Tour
- Museum Tickets & Passes
- Sporting Events
- Airport & Hotel Transfers
- Top Picks
- Likely to Sell Out
- Luxury & Special Occasions
- Family Friendly
- Theme Parks
- Special Offers
- Water Sports
- Shopping Tours
- Holiday & Seasonal Tours
- Weddings & Honeymoons
- Yoga Classes
- Viator Exclusive Tours
Book these experiences for a close-up look at San Francisco.
Top Attractions in San Francisco
Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks
Speciality Museums • Science Museums
North Waterfront/Embarcadero
Admission tickets from ZAR 499.64
Science Museums
Golden Gate Park
Admission tickets from ZAR 646.45
Speciality Museums
Presidio
Admission tickets from ZAR 417.06
Hiking Trails
Richmond District
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Points of Interest & Landmarks • Shopping Malls
South Beach
Points of Interest & Landmarks • Scenic Walking Areas
Russian Hill
Art Museums
South Beach
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Admission tickets from ZAR 417.06
Points of Interest & Landmarks • Architectural Buildings
Telegraph Hill
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Art Museums
Lincoln Park
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Admission tickets from ZAR 250.24
Speciality Museums
Nob Hill
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Points of Interest & Landmarks • Piers & Boardwalks
Fisherman’s Wharf
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Nature & Wildlife Areas • Gardens
Golden Gate Park
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Speciality Museums
Golden Gate Park
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Admission tickets from ZAR 250.24
Speciality Museums
Fisherman’s Wharf
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State Parks
Fisherman’s Wharf
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Neighbourhoods • Piers & Boardwalks
Fisherman’s Wharf
Admission tickets from ZAR 513.15
Points of Interest & Landmarks
Golden Gate Heights
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Historic Walking Areas
Downtown San Francisco
*Likely to sell out: Based on Viator’s booking data and information from the provider from the past 30 days, it seems likely this experience will sell out through Viator, a Tripadvisor company.
What travellers are saying
- Jo NSouth Morang, Australia103 contributionsGreat tour for history buffs.
Was interesting to hear the stories about inmates and what life was like on Alcatraz.
It was quite cool on the island and on the ferry.
We booked the night tour but due to the time of year it wasn’t actually dark so didn’t get the full experience.
Also the night tour has limited options for a return ferry so we sat around for a while waiting.Written 8 August 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - GloriaWylie, TX52 contributionsBeautiful, Love every minute on seeing and driving on this masterpiece..wear a jacket if doing a tour, it very windy and the air can get chilly, San Francisco is a must see city it is beautiful the weather is incredible there’s so much to see and do .the views of the city and sky lines are just amazing..Written 7 August 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Vivian C4 contributionsAttended a Giants game, on 8/2, the park was beautiful and clean. Transportation was easy to use getting to the park and back to my hotel.Written 8 August 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- stacey1529Randwick, Australia150 contributionsAbsolutely beautiful a must ! W e took our kids here and walked around looking at the gorgeous architecture and landscapeWritten 1 August 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- MandyMCCanterbury, UK335 contributionsThe gardens were beautiful. We didn’t have a lot of ti e so could not explore as mulch as we wanted to.Written 21 July 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Natalie W6 contributionsGreat views of San Francisco! Is a slightly challenging walk (especially if you don’t like hills!) however it is do-able. Safe for solo female travelers as there are always people walking around (and up and down the trail).Written 18 July 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Tami4 contributionsSpent several hours here with a 12, 6 and 4 year old. They had a blast. There is so much to see and do. Definitely worth going.Written 22 July 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- K B2 contributionsThis is a nice combination of an Aquarium, Rainforest/Atrium, and planetarium. So much to do. Cannot recommend the VIP tour highly enough. Very educational and you get to explore spaces unavailable to general admission--bone archives and Fish archives.Written 18 May 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Les Giles6 contributionsWas an excellent exhibit and very informative especially Walt's family photos and history. There was also a free bus going back into town.Written 26 June 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- JydeooLagos, Nigeria2 250 contributionsI spent an evening walking the trails her, going from Sutro Heights to the old Sutro Baths. The views, the flowers the landscape, steps etc, so beautiful that I crossed paths with three different couple having wedding photo shoots.Written 31 July 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- r0nrp56Tucson, AZ18 contributionsAfter riding the cable cars, see the museum as it is excellent. It shows how they work which is amazing.Written 8 August 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Arun KNagpur District, India2 889 contributionsFerry building, a terminal for San Francisco ferries, food plaza , gift galleries & offices . Located on the Emberkedero of San Francisco , it is served by Golden Gate Ferries & San Francisco Ferries.
A well known fresh farm produce market of San Francisco, which is held trice a week in & around Bldg to promote local products .
A worth visiting historical building !Written 25 July 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Brownleys24Doncaster, UK115 contributionsThe famous street is cool to visit but a very busy tourist spot but really glad we seen it and the view from the street over SF is picturesqueWritten 5 August 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- hperdaems37 contributionsSFMOMA has a great and wide collection, 7 floors of different kind of arts.
wheelchair accessibility is great, and the set up is very big so enough space also during COVID times
great cafe with outside sitting area, with some statues / art.
easy to spend 3-4 hours hereWritten 2 May 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Katen007Tampa, FL133 contributionsThe views of the bay and city are lovely. If you walk/ride there prepare for a climb. But, this is definitely the best way there. It’s part of the experience to walk up the street to get there. When there, it’s a short elevator ride to the top. Place is small, but the views are worth the effort.Written 19 July 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
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