Top Things to Do in San Francisco
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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 ZARÂ 470.15
Science Museums
Golden Gate Park
Admission tickets from ZARÂ 608.29
Speciality Museums
Presidio
Admission tickets from ZARÂ 392.45
Hiking Trails
Richmond District
Points of Interest & Landmarks • Shopping Malls
South Beach
Points of Interest & Landmarks • Scenic Walking Areas
Russian Hill
Art Museums
South Beach
Admission tickets from ZARÂ 392.45
Points of Interest & Landmarks • Architectural Buildings
Telegraph Hill
Art Museums
Lincoln Park
Admission tickets from ZARÂ 235.47
Points of Interest & Landmarks • Piers & Boardwalks
Fisherman’s Wharf
Nature & Wildlife Areas • Gardens
Golden Gate Park
Speciality Museums
Golden Gate Park
Admission tickets from ZARÂ 235.47
Speciality Museums
Fisherman’s Wharf
Neighbourhoods • Piers & Boardwalks
Fisherman’s Wharf
Admission tickets from ZARÂ 482.87
Points of Interest & Landmarks
Golden Gate Heights
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
- pat lGainesville, GA996 contributionsAlcatraz is an amazing tour! The only bad part is the mask requirement on the boat, to be honest. The tour is included and you carry around a little cell phone sized device that tells you all about Alcatraz. You can go inside cells and walk all over the place outside. It is a very interesting place to spend your day!Written 24 May 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
- pat lGainesville, GA996 contributionsYou need to stop and see this iconic SF bridge. Lovely! Fun to see how it works if you are nerdy like our family. Be careful in the parking lot - there were many cars broken into when we were there!Written 24 May 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
- Diane C5 contributionsPrices for Club Level are not cheap, but you must do it at least once. Celebrated my husband's 60th!Written 24 May 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
- Lisa S5 contributionsThis is such a beautiful place to walk around and take photos. Many people were getting wedding and graduation photos taken while I was there. The architecture, plants and wildlife are wonderful. Great place for a stroll or just to sit on the grassy side and read or people watch.Written 3 May 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
- matt dWolverhampton, UK58 contributionsWe went specifically with the Japanese Gardens in mind and they were beautiful. But Golden Gate Park has much more to offer and really you need to spend at least a day there to fully appreciate what they have to offer.Written 23 May 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
- cocot1919Bayside, NY10 contributionsGale force winds dislodging your camera/phone from your hands, standing on the edge of nowhere with no bottom in sight all to get some of the best views of San Francisco. It was all well worth it. Twin Peaks is a must see.Written 13 May 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
- StephenCrossDublin, Ireland16Â 908 contributionsThis is an interesting exhibition / event area that is mainly directed towards children. Based on the waterfront area .Written 10 April 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
- 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.
- hperdaems37 contributionsthis museum shares a lot of back ground information on how roy and walt started the company.
lots of information which is shown in multi media format (screens, movies, sound bites)
wheelchair accessible, and you can borrow a wheelchair if neededWritten 2 May 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. - R. Collins3 contributionsFantastic hike with gorgeous views - don't miss the shipwreck! We decided to spend 4 hours and walked the entire trail, visited the bath ruins, and continue to the small park south of the diner (now closed) where we had great beach and ocean views and views of the west side of Golden Gate park, including the two windmills. A lovely way to spend the day!Written 18 May 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
- matt dWolverhampton, UK58 contributionsWe loved the cable cars. The perfect way to combat the hills of San Francisco. The drivers were really friendly and informative. For 8 dollars id say really good value for money too.Written 23 May 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
- Diane C5 contributionsFresh produce and breads and pastries from local farms and bakeries; great place to pack your picnicWritten 24 May 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
- BritKansasLeavenworth, KS282 contributionsThis was one of the main things that I wanted to see while we were in San Francisco. The street was very interesting, and worth the trip down it. The view of the street from other parts of the city is beautiful.Written 7 May 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
- 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. - Boo JerryWeymouth, UK265 contributionswe were gutted to have gotten here to find out it was closed. We were hoping to have gone in and looked out accross the city especially as we timmed it to be there for sunset. Not sure if or when it opens?Written 12 April 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
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