Vacationing in San Francisco, California

11 THINGS TO DO IN SAN FRANCISCO, CA ON VACATION

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From museums and famous landmarks to boat tours and day trips, there is a great deal for you to experience and explore.

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It housed prisoners too notorious or dangerous to be held elsewhere, like Al Capone. It was closed in 1963 due to its expense. Take an audio guide tour, and hear stories from former inmates and guards.

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Located on the waterfront, you can take a walking tour from San Francisco City Guides, spend time browsing the curated artisan shops, or visit the farmer’s market.

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The row of seven candy-colored Victorian homes is among the most photographed sights in San Francisco and has been featured in numerous films and TV shows.

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The Japanese Tea Garden is a set of gardens with Zen-style architecture, several ponds with koi fish and bridges, a gorgeous pagoda that dates back to the historic Panama-Pacific Exposition of 1915

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11 THINGS TO DO IN SAN FRANCISCO, CA ON VACATION

From museums and famous landmarks to boat tours and day trips, there is a great deal for you to experience and explore.

It housed prisoners too notorious or dangerous to be held elsewhere, like Al Capone. It was closed in 1963 due to its expense. Take an audio guide tour, and hear stories from former inmates and guards.

ALCATRAZ ISLAND

Located on the waterfront, you can take a walking tour from San Francisco City Guides, spend time browsing the curated artisan shops, or visit the farmer’s market.

FERRY BUILDING MARKETPLACE

The row of seven candy-colored Victorian homes is among the most photographed sights in San Francisco and has been featured in numerous films and TV shows.

PAINTED LADIES

The Japanese Tea Garden is a set of gardens with Zen-style architecture, several ponds with koi fish and bridges, a gorgeous pagoda that dates back to the historic Panama-Pacific Exposition of 1915

JAPANESE TEA GARDEN

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