Best things to do in San Francisco, CA

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Recommended activities in San Francisco

Tours & day trips

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San Francisco Night Tour

San Francisco Night Tour

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
7.8 out of 10 with 27 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $73 per adult
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History & culture

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California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission

California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission

Activity duration is 23 hours and 59 minutes
8.4 out of 10 with 131 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $68 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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GoCar San Francisco Tour

GoCar San Francisco Tour

Activity duration is 5 hours
9.6 out of 10 with 8 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $137 per traveller*
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Adventure & outdoor

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San Francisco Giants Baseball Game at Oracle Park

San Francisco Giants Baseball Game at Oracle Park

Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
Price is CA $53 per adult
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Cruises & boat tours

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San Francisco CityPASS®: Experience 4 must-see attractions

San Francisco CityPASS®: Experience 4 must-see attractions

Activity duration is 9 days
9.2 out of 10 with 223 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $123 per adult
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Popular places to visit

Golden Gate Park featuring flowers and a garden

Golden Gate Park

Golden Gate Park is just one of the places to see in San Francisco, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the seaside or experience the fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

Golden Gate Park
Pier 39 showing signage, street scenes and a city

Pier 39

You can browse for souvenirs with a trip to Pier 39, a popular shopping spot in San Francisco. Discover the beautiful sunsets and notable monuments in this vibrant area.

Pier 39
Golden Gate Bridge showing a suspension bridge or treetop walkway, a marina and a bay or harbour

Golden Gate Bridge

After visiting Golden Gate Bridge, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Francisco. Amble around this vibrant area's seaside or experience its acclaimed theater scene.

Golden Gate Bridge
Alcatraz Island showing island views and a coastal town

Alcatraz Island

You can learn more about the history of San Francisco when you make a stop at a top site like Alcatraz Island. Take in the fascinating museums and beautiful sunsets in this vibrant area.

Alcatraz Island
Lombard Street

Lombard Street

After visiting Lombard Street, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Francisco. Discover the beautiful sunsets and notable monuments in this vibrant area.

Lombard Street
Union Square

Union Square

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Union Square during your trip to San Francisco. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art scene in this walkable area.

Union Square

San Francisco sightseeing tours & attractions