A starting point for your day

San Francisco, your way

What would you love to see in San Francisco? Start with a few familiar landmarks, add time for a favorite neighborhood or meal, and tell us how you like to explore. These are starting ideas for a personal plan, not a fixed route.

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Waterfront and city landmarks

Fisherman’s Wharf

Ghirardelli Square

A historic waterfront stop for chocolate, dessert, shops, and nearby dining.

Fisherman’s Wharf

PIER 39

Explore the waterfront, restaurants, family attractions, and bay views. Sea lion sightings vary.

Waterfront

Embarcadero and Ferry Building

Enjoy a waterfront walk, local food merchants, coffee, or a relaxed meal.

San Francisco Bay

Alcatraz Island

A substantial island and prison-history visit; ferry admission is arranged separately by guests.

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Architecture and neighborhood character

Marina District

Palace of Fine Arts

Take in the rotunda and lagoon or make a relaxed photography stop.

Alamo Square

Painted Ladies at Alamo Square

See the Victorian houses and skyline view, with time to enjoy the park lawns.

Russian Hill

Lombard Street

See the famous switchbacks and hillside setting; choose a photo stop, walk, or drive when conditions allow.

Haight-Ashbury

Haight-Ashbury

Browse distinctive shops and cafés among Victorian streets shaped by music and counterculture history.

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Bridge and skyline views

Presidio

Golden Gate Bridge visitor area

Stop for bridge photographs, visitor exhibits, or a walk along part of the span.

Presidio waterfront

Crissy Field

Enjoy a waterfront stroll, beach, and Golden Gate Bridge views.

Central San Francisco

Twin Peaks

Take in a broad city and Bay Area panorama when visibility permits.

Marin Headlands

Battery Spencer or Hawk Hill

Choose a Marin-side overlook for elevated Golden Gate and city views; limited parking and a short walk may affect access.

Choose a few favorites

A waterfront meal, a neighborhood stroll, and a bridge viewpoint can make a satisfying mix. Share your must-sees, date, pickup and drop-off, party size, walking preferences, and pace so the transportation plan fits the day.

Confirm the details for your date

Traffic, weather, parking, road restrictions, and venue hours can change. Alcatraz is a separate ferry visit and takes a substantial part of the day. We’ll help choose a convenient meeting point for the stops you have in mind.

Keep exploring

A few more ideas.