Location

 
 

Major attractions

San Francisco is one of the world’s most visited cities for a reason. Surrounded by water on three sides and filled with rolling hills that supply breathtaking views, the city offers visitors a wide array of must-see attractions:

 

The Golden Gate Bridge, Coit Tower, Lombard Street, the Presidio, the Painted Ladies, Japantown and Alcatraz.

Cable Cars and Trolley Cars from Fisherman’s Wharf, Ghirardelli Square and Pier 39 to North Beach, Chinatown, Union Square and the Ferry Building.

Museums such as the California Academy of Sciences, Exploratorium, Cable Car Museum, Asian Art Museum and de Young Museum.

The award-winning San Francisco Giants, Golden State Warriors and San Francisco 49ers.

 

shopping

From quaint local boutiques to world-renowned designer showrooms, San Francisco is a fashion lover’s playground. But, it doesn’t stop there; fabulous markets and art galleries can also be found in neighborhoods across the city:

 

Union Square offers high-end shopping at Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue, Bloomingdale’s and top designer stores like Gucci, Louis Vuitton and Chanel.

Chinatown is filled with bustling markets featuring traditional Chinese food, clothing, art and gifts.

Nestled among the many restaurants and cafes of North Beach, guests will find a wide array of boutiques featuring goods by local artisans.

 

Theater and live music

Whether you want to take in a hit Broadway play, attend a major concert or music festival, or just get to know the local theater and music scene, San Francisco offers an abundance of venues and something to enjoy every night of the week.

 

Live plays and musicals in Union Square theaters.

Bimbo’s 365 Club features live music in an old-school dinner club. Operated by the same family since 1931, Bimbos has featured everyone from Rita Hayworth to Robin Williams and Chris Isaac.

The Warfield, ATT Park and Bill Graham Auditorium.

The San Francisco Opera and San Francisco Symphony.