Category: San Francisco

Ancient Muir Woods National Monument is a natural wonder. Stepping into the quiet of towering redwood trees, with streaming rays of sunlight or ethereal fog filtering through them, is awesome.

In San Francisco, a city of superlatives, the Golden Gate Bridge, tops the list. The image of the dark orange suspension bridge against a bright blue sky or shrouded by fog is recognized worldwide as a symbol of San Francisco.  Locals and visitors are drawn to the magnificent structure and scenic setting. They come to see it, photograph it, cross it.

Finding things to do with kids in San Francisco on vacation is easy. Our list includes a variety of fun things which appeal to kids from tots to teens – sightseeing, museums and attractions, outdoor fun, techno games and interactive activities.

San Francisco is one of the most visually beautiful and unique cities in America. Wonderful weather, interrupted now and then by fog banks rolling in and out, spectacular scenery, a big, busy bay, interesting architecture, closely stacked in layers up and down steep hills, iconic sights, interesting museums, large swaths of green parks, outdoor markets,…

Our guide will show you how you can get around San Francisco in 2 Days using Big Bus while also receiving discounted admission to the most popular experiences with CityPass.

When fog rolls in and stays or when rain keeps coming down in San Francisco, there’s no need to feel gloomy or succumb to cabin fever. It’s the perfect time to take advantage of having a day to spend exploring the city’s many, varied, great indoor attractions and museums. Put on raingear, wear comfortable shoes,…

It’s not an oxymoron!  Although San Francisco is ranked as the forth most expensive destination in the United States, there are endless ways to have a great time in this jewel of a city while staying on budget. Read on for the can’t miss attractions and sites throughout San Francisco. With a little planning, they can all…

San Francisco has the perfect ingredients for a great bike ride – it’s bike friendly, has great weather (particularly in spring and fall) and has incredibly dramatic scenery.  Over 50 miles of connecting bike lanes link neighborhoods and iconic areas all around the peninsula.  The only downside, especially for the occasional biker, is that it’s…

Photo Courtesy of the California Academy of Sciences   It might not be snowing in San Francisco, but there’s a winter wonderland to explore at the California Academy of Sciences! This all-encompassing attraction houses an aquarium, planetarium and natural history museum all in one place. Step inside and revel in the wonder of ’Tis the Season for Science,…

With so many wonderful things to do in San Francisco, it’s hard to decide what to do. When traveling with family or friends, coming to a consensus can be difficult. There is a way! Get everyone a Go Card!  The 1 Day Pass has 27 choices, encompassing everything from San Francisco tours and excursions on…

Segway through San Francisco In a city known for its steep, near vertical streets, walking up, down and around them to see the sights can be a workout. See it easily and see more of it on a Segway tour.  San Francisco Electric Tour Company has a super selection of guided Segway tours.  While each…

First things first: the weather.  San Francisco had its own unique micro climate.  Temperatures in the City by the Bay are different from those across the bay or down the peninsula.  While San Francisco weather is classified as temperate, seasonal fluctuations are small.  It’s never too hot; never too cold. However, on any given day,…