San 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

  1. Golden Gate Park 4.8★ (44,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  2. Legion of Honor 4.8★ (5,100 reviews) · Art museum
  3. Muir Woods National Monument 4.8★ (20,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  4. San Francisco Botanical Garden 4.8★ (8,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  5. Alcatraz Island 4.7★ (45,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  6. Crissy Field 4.7★ (6,100 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  7. Exploratorium 4.7★ (8,500 reviews) · Science museum
  8. PIER 39 4.6★ (137,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction

Where to eat

  1. The Mill 4.5★ (2,300 reviews) · Cafe
  2. Four Barrel Coffee 4.5★ (2,700 reviews) · Coffee shop
  3. Tartine Bakery 4.5★ (5,900 reviews) · Cafe
  4. The View Lounge 4.4★ (3,200 reviews) · Restaurant
  5. Sightglass Coffee 4.4★ (3,400 reviews) · Coffee shop
  6. Fiddle Fig Cafe & Coffee 4.6★ (951 reviews) · Cafe
  7. The Coffee Berry SF 4.9★ (583 reviews) · Coffee shop
  8. Bottega 4.3★ (1,100 reviews) · Italian

Where to drink

  1. Smuggler's Cove 4.6★ (3,300 reviews) · Bar
  2. TONGA ROOM & HURRICANE BAR 4.2★ (2,400 reviews) · Cocktail bar
  3. Pacific Cocktail Haven 4.6★ (1,000 reviews) · Cocktail bar
  4. Alchemist Bar & Lounge 4.3★ (1,100 reviews) · Cocktail bar
  5. Blackbird 4.5★ (702 reviews) · Bar

A sample 3-day shape

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Frequently asked

How many days do you need in San Francisco?

With 19 notable sights and 11 standout eateries, 2–4 days covers the essentials at a relaxed pace.

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