TripSmithSan Francisco
A curated guide to San Francisco, United States: 8 top sights, 8 standout places to eat, where to stay, and a sample itinerary.
What to see
- Golden Gate Park 4.8★ (44,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
- Legion of Honor 4.8★ (5,100 reviews) · Art museum
- Muir Woods National Monument 4.8★ (20,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
- San Francisco Botanical Garden 4.8★ (8,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
- Fort Point National Historic Site 4.8★ (4,100 reviews) · Tourist attraction
- Alcatraz Island 4.7★ (45,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
- Crissy Field 4.7★ (6,100 reviews) · Tourist attraction
- Exploratorium 4.7★ (8,500 reviews) · Science museum
Where to eat
- The Mill 4.5★ (2,300 reviews) · Cafe
- Four Barrel Coffee 4.5★ (2,700 reviews) · Coffee shop
- Tartine Bakery 4.5★ (5,900 reviews) · Cafe
- Cafe de Casa 4.6★ (1,900 reviews) · Cafe
- The View Lounge 4.4★ (3,200 reviews) · Restaurant
- Sightglass Coffee 4.4★ (3,400 reviews) · Coffee shop
- Saint Frank Coffee 4.5★ (1,400 reviews) · Coffee shop
- Delah Coffee 4.7★ (1,100 reviews) · Coffee shop
Where to drink
- Smuggler's Cove 4.6★ (3,300 reviews) · Bar
- The Buena Vista 4.6★ (8,200 reviews) · Bar
- TONGA ROOM & HURRICANE BAR 4.2★ (2,400 reviews) · Cocktail bar
- Bourbon & Branch 4.5★ (1,700 reviews) · Cocktail bar
- Pacific Cocktail Haven 4.6★ (1,000 reviews) · Cocktail bar
A sample 3-day shape
Day 1
- Morning: Golden Gate Park
- Afternoon: San Francisco Botanical Garden
- Dinner: The Mill
- Nightcap: Smuggler's Cove
Day 2
- Morning: Legion of Honor
- Afternoon: Fort Point National Historic Site
- Dinner: Four Barrel Coffee
- Nightcap: The Buena Vista
Day 3
- Morning: Muir Woods National Monument
- Afternoon: Alcatraz Island
- Dinner: Tartine Bakery
- Nightcap: TONGA ROOM & HURRICANE BAR
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Frequently asked
How many days do you need in San Francisco?
With 22 notable sights and 17 standout eateries, 2–4 days covers the essentials at a relaxed pace.