San Francisco is a unique blend of youthful exuberance and old world sophistication. The city boasts a dazzling array of world-class museums, restaurants and neighborhoods with their own distinct personality. There are more reasons than ever to leave your heart in San Francisco.

Top Activities

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Ideas for First Time Visitors:

Golden Gate Bridge

Cable Car to Fisherman’s Wharf/Pier 39

Alcatraz

Golden Gate Park

Irish Coffee at Buena Vista Cafe

Ideas for Repeat Visitors:

Bike to Sausalito/return by Ferry

California Academy of Sciences

Angel Island

Beach Blanket Babylon

Neighborhoods: Castro and Soma

Muir Woods

Napa Valley Day Trip

Special Events

The Great Shows Other Than “Hamilton” That You Can See in San Francisco

You might have heard that a little Broadway show called Hamilton is kicking off its revolutionary national tour right here in San Francisco (now through Aug. 5). It seems only right; after New York, few cities have as vibrant and historic a theater scene as San Francisco. So don’t despair if you’re among those who can’t be in the room where it happens. Check out any one of these stellar productions playing in San Francisco for a guaranteed great night at the theater. And don’t forget the always topical Beach Blanket Babylon which for more than 40 years has been taking on the famous and infamous. Recent additions to the characters in the show include Donald and Melania Trump, Vladimir Putin and Kellyanne Conway.

A Guide to Film Festivals in San Francisco Month by Month

Almost any time of the year there’s a film festival unreeling in San Francisco. The fare ranges from the San Francisco International Film Festival, the longest-running film festival in the Americas, to the quirky Another Hole in the Head Genre Film Festival, which advertises itself as “three weeks of celluloid mayhem not usually found in your local Cineplex.

40-Plus Food Fests for Every Palate

In San Francisco there’s apt to be a food experience that will pique the palate of most foodies and the fare literally run the gamut from A to Z: artichokes to Zinfandel. Here’s a quick calendar of some savory selections and if we’ve missed any, let us know. We’ve also included a few taste bud ticklers from the Northern California area as well.

To learn more about the local foodie scene try one of the food-focused tours or opt for a home-cooked meal arranged by EatWith which matches guests with hosts who range from professionally-trained Michelin-starred chefs to accomplished home cooks with a passion for great food. You can also find your next culinary adventure with these handy apps.

Local Transportation

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Distance from Major Airports

• San Francisco International Airport (SFO): 14 miles
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