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14 day trip to San Francisco, United States

San Francisco, United States

2 weeks Summer 14 days planned
Day 01

Downtown orientation & Embarcadero waterfront

San Francisco , California , United States

6 activities $90

  1. Breakfast
    08:30 – 09:30

    Café de la Presse

    Union Square

    French-style café popular with locals and visitors, good for a relaxed first morning in the city.

    $ ★ 4.4 60 min
  2. Morning
    09:40 – 10:10

    Dragon Gate

    Union Square / Chinatown border

    Iconic gate marking the southern entrance to Chinatown, perfect for photos and a short walk up Grant Avenue.

    Free ★ 4.4 30 min
  3. Lunch
    12:00 – 13:10

    Ferry Building Marketplace

    Embarcadero

    Historic ferry terminal hosting an indoor food hall with diverse local vendors and Bay views.

    $$ ★ 4.6 70 min
  4. Afternoon
    13:20 – 16:00

    Exploratorium

    Embarcadero

    Hands-on science museum along the waterfront, fun and interactive with hundreds of exhibits.

    $$ ★ 4.7 160 min
  5. Dinner
    18:00 – 19:30

    Hog Island Oyster Co.

    Embarcadero

    Popular spot inside the Ferry Building for fresh oysters and seafood with Bay Bridge views.

    $$$ ★ 4.6 90 min
  6. Evening
    19:30 – 20:30

    San Francisco Bay Ferry Promenade Walk

    Embarcadero

    Gentle stroll along the Embarcadero promenade to enjoy Bay Bridge lights and skyline views.

    Free ★ 4.7 60 min
Day 02

Historic cable cars & Fisherman’s Wharf

San Francisco , California , United States

6 activities $95

  1. Breakfast
    08:00 – 09:00

    Honey Honey Cafe & Crepery

    Union Square

    Casual café known for crepes, pancakes, and hearty breakfasts popular with locals.

    $ ★ 4.5 60 min
  2. Morning
    09:10 – 10:30

    Powell Street Cable Car Turntable

    Union Square

    Ride a historic cable car from the downtown turntable over the hills toward Fisherman’s Wharf.

    $ ★ 4.5 80 min
  3. Lunch
    12:00 – 13:00

    Boudin Bakery Café

    Fisherman’s Wharf

    Flagship bakery at Fisherman’s Wharf famous for sourdough and clam chowder bread bowls.

    $ ★ 4.5 60 min
  4. Afternoon
    13:10 – 15:10

    Pier 39

    Fisherman’s Wharf

    Bustling pier with sea lions, shops, and Bay views; classic San Francisco waterfront experience.

    Free ★ 4.5 120 min
  5. Dinner
    18:00 – 19:30

    Scoma’s Restaurant

    Fisherman’s Wharf

    Classic, highly rated seafood restaurant on the water with views of the fishing fleet.

    $$$ ★ 4.6 90 min
  6. Evening
    19:40 – 20:40

    Ghirardelli Square

    Fisherman’s Wharf

    Historic chocolate factory complex with shops, dessert cafés, and night views over the Bay.

    $ ★ 4.5 60 min
Day 03

Alcatraz Island & North Beach

San Francisco , California , United States

6 activities $115

  1. Breakfast
    08:00 – 09:00

    Mama’s on Washington Square

    North Beach

    Beloved brunch spot facing Washington Square Park, known for scrambles and French toast.

    $ ★ 4.6 60 min
  2. Morning
    09:30 – 13:00

    Alcatraz City Cruises - Pier 33

    Embarcadero waterfront

    Ferry and self-guided audio tour of the infamous former prison on Alcatraz Island.

    $$$ ★ 4.7 210 min
  3. Lunch
    13:10 – 14:20

    Fog Harbor Fish House

    Fisherman’s Wharf

    Seafood restaurant at Pier 39 with panoramic views of the Bay and Golden Gate Bridge.

    $$ ★ 4.6 70 min
  4. Afternoon
    14:40 – 16:10

    Coit Tower

    Telegraph Hill

    Art Deco tower offering murals and sweeping views over the city and Bay from Telegraph Hill.

    $ ★ 4.6 90 min
  5. Dinner
    18:00 – 19:30

    Tony’s Pizza Napoletana

    North Beach

    Award-winning pizzeria in North Beach known for a variety of regional pizza styles.

    $$ ★ 4.6 90 min
  6. Evening
    19:40 – 20:40

    City Lights Booksellers & Publishers

    North Beach

    Historic independent bookstore and literary landmark at the border of North Beach and Chinatown.

    Free ★ 4.8 60 min
Day 04

Golden Gate Bridge & Presidio coast

San Francisco , California , United States

6 activities $95

  1. Breakfast
    08:30 – 09:20

    The Warming Hut Park Store & Cafe

    Presidio

    Simple café in a park building with coffee, pastries, and views over Crissy Field and the Bay.

    $ ★ 4.4 50 min
  2. Morning
    09:30 – 11:30

    Golden Gate Bridge Welcome Center

    Presidio

    Visitor center with exhibits and access to the main pedestrian walkway on the Golden Gate Bridge.

    Free ★ 4.8 120 min
  3. Lunch
    12:00 – 13:10

    Sessions at the Presidio

    Presidio

    Gastropub with a focus on seasonal California dishes and a large beer list, near the Presidio Main Post.

    $$ ★ 4.4 70 min
  4. Afternoon
    13:20 – 15:00

    Palace of Fine Arts

    Marina District

    Classical-style rotunda and lagoon, one of the city’s most photogenic spots in the Marina District.

    Free ★ 4.7 100 min
  5. Dinner
    18:00 – 19:30

    A16

    Marina District

    Well-known Marina District restaurant serving Southern Italian cuisine and wood-fired pizzas.

    $$$ ★ 4.4 90 min
  6. Evening
    19:40 – 20:40

    Crissy Field Promenade

    Presidio / Marina waterfront

    Flat waterfront path with sunset views of the Golden Gate Bridge and the Bay.

    Free ★ 4.8 60 min
Day 05

Golden Gate Park gardens & museums

San Francisco , California , United States

6 activities $105

  1. Breakfast
    08:30 – 09:15

    Arizmendi Bakery

    Inner Sunset

    Worker-owned cooperative bakery known for morning pastries, coffee, and daily pizza slices.

    $ ★ 4.7 45 min
  2. Morning
    09:30 – 12:00

    de Young Museum

    Golden Gate Park

    Fine arts museum with American art, rotating exhibitions, and an observation tower overlooking the park.

    $$ ★ 4.6 150 min
  3. Lunch
    12:10 – 14:10

    California Academy of Sciences

    Golden Gate Park

    Natural history museum, planetarium, and aquarium under one roof, with on-site café for lunch.

    $$$ ★ 4.6 120 min
  4. Afternoon
    14:20 – 15:40

    Japanese Tea Garden

    Golden Gate Park

    Tranquil landscaped garden with koi ponds, bridges, and a small teahouse inside Golden Gate Park.

    $ ★ 4.6 80 min
  5. Dinner
    18:00 – 19:30

    Nopalito

    Inner Sunset

    Casual Mexican restaurant offering regional dishes with an emphasis on sustainable ingredients.

    $$ ★ 4.5 90 min
  6. Evening
    19:30 – 20:15

    9th Avenue & Irving Street Stroll

    Inner Sunset

    Short evening walk through the heart of the Inner Sunset, with cafés, boutiques, and dessert spots.

    Free ★ 4.5 45 min
Day 06

Mission murals & Dolores Park

San Francisco , California , United States

6 activities $85

  1. Breakfast
    08:30 – 09:45

    Plow

    Potrero Hill

    Popular brunch restaurant known for lemon ricotta pancakes and crispy potatoes.

    $$ ★ 4.6 75 min
  2. Morning
    10:15 – 11:15

    Balmy Alley Murals

    Mission District

    Iconic alley covered in political and community murals in the Mission District.

    Free ★ 4.6 60 min
  3. Lunch
    11:20 – 12:20

    La Taqueria

    Mission District

    Famous Mission spot serving burritos and tacos, often cited among the best in the city.

    $ ★ 4.6 60 min
  4. Afternoon
    12:40 – 15:00

    Mission Dolores Park

    Mission District

    Large hillside park with skyline views, popular for picnics and relaxing on sunny days.

    Free ★ 4.7 140 min
  5. Dinner
    18:00 – 19:30

    Lolo

    Mission District

    Colorful restaurant offering creative Mexican-inspired small plates and cocktails.

    $$ ★ 4.5 90 min
  6. Evening
    19:30 – 20:30

    Dandelion Chocolate

    Mission District

    Bean-to-bar chocolate factory and café with tastings and hot chocolate on Valencia Street.

    $ ★ 4.6 60 min
Day 07

Chinatown & Nob Hill walking day

San Francisco , California , United States

6 activities $80

  1. Breakfast
    08:30 – 09:10

    Good Mong Kok Bakery

    Chinatown

    Tiny, very popular takeaway spot known for fresh dim sum like shrimp dumplings and pork buns.

    $ ★ 4.6 40 min
  2. Morning
    09:15 – 10:15

    Portsmouth Square

    Chinatown

    Public square often called the “heart of Chinatown,” with locals playing cards and practicing tai chi.

    Free ★ 4.3 60 min
  3. Lunch
    12:00 – 13:10

    Great Eastern Restaurant

    Chinatown

    Spacious dim sum restaurant that has hosted dignitaries, offering a broad menu of Cantonese dishes.

    $$ ★ 4.4 70 min
  4. Afternoon
    13:30 – 15:00

    Grace Cathedral

    Nob Hill

    Large Gothic-style cathedral on Nob Hill, featuring stained glass and an indoor labyrinth.

    Free ★ 4.7 90 min
  5. Dinner
    18:00 – 19:30

    Tonga Room & Hurricane Bar

    Nob Hill

    Historic tiki bar and restaurant inside the Fairmont Hotel with a pool “lagoon” and occasional rainstorms.

    $$$ ★ 4.5 90 min
  6. Evening
    19:40 – 20:10

    California Street Cable Car Ride (Nob Hill to Financial District)

    Nob Hill / Financial District

    Short cable car ride downhill offering city light views toward the Financial District.

    $ ★ 4.6 30 min
Day 08

Castro & Twin Peaks views

San Francisco , California , United States

6 activities $80

  1. Breakfast
    08:30 – 09:20

    Cafe Réveille

    Duboce Triangle

    Modern café with good coffee and breakfast dishes near Duboce Triangle and the Castro.

    $ ★ 4.5 50 min
  2. Morning
    09:30 – 10:30

    Castro Theatre

    Castro

    Historic movie palace in the heart of the Castro District, known for its neon marquee and events.

    $ ★ 4.7 60 min
  3. Lunch
    12:00 – 13:00

    Harvey Milk Plaza

    Castro

    Public plaza and transit hub commemorating Harvey Milk, with nearby casual food options on Castro Street.

    $ ★ 4.6 60 min
  4. Afternoon
    13:30 – 15:00

    Twin Peaks Viewpoint

    Twin Peaks

    Scenic hilltop with 360-degree views over San Francisco and the Bay, popular at sunset and on clear days.

    Free ★ 4.7 90 min
  5. Dinner
    18:00 – 19:30

    Fable

    Castro

    Cozy restaurant on Castro Street with a back garden patio and California-inspired dishes.

    $$ ★ 4.5 90 min
  6. Evening
    19:30 – 20:30

    Twin Peaks Tavern

    Castro

    Historic LGBTQ+ bar with large windows overlooking the Castro intersection, good for people-watching.

    $ ★ 4.5 60 min
Day 09

SoMa museums & urban exploration

San Francisco , California , United States

6 activities $110

  1. Breakfast
    08:30 – 09:20

    Sightglass Coffee

    SoMa

    Large roastery café with excellent espresso and pastries in the SoMa neighborhood.

    $ ★ 4.6 50 min
  2. Morning
    09:30 – 12:00

    San Francisco Museum of Modern Art

    SoMa

    Major modern and contemporary art museum with large permanent and rotating exhibitions.

    $$ ★ 4.6 150 min
  3. Lunch
    12:10 – 13:10

    The Grove - Yerba Buena

    SoMa

    Casual restaurant offering salads, sandwiches, and comfort food across from Yerba Buena Gardens.

    $ ★ 4.4 60 min
  4. Afternoon
    13:15 – 14:30

    Yerba Buena Gardens

    SoMa

    Urban park with lawns, public art, and views of the surrounding skyline, ideal for a short rest.

    Free ★ 4.6 75 min
  5. Dinner
    18:00 – 20:00

    Benu

    SoMa

    Three-Michelin-star restaurant offering inventive Asian-inspired tasting menus in a refined setting.

    $$$ ★ 4.8 120 min
  6. Evening
    20:10 – 21:10

    The View Lounge

    SoMa / Yerba Buena

    Top-floor lounge with dramatic city skyline views through large arched windows.

    $$ ★ 4.5 60 min
Day 10

Lands End & Ocean Beach coastal day

San Francisco , California , United States

6 activities $75

  1. Breakfast
    08:30 – 09:15

    Devil’s Teeth Baking Company

    Outer Sunset

    Neighborhood bakery famous for breakfast sandwiches, biscuits, and pastries near the ocean.

    $ ★ 4.7 45 min
  2. Morning
    09:45 – 11:45

    Lands End Lookout

    Lands End

    Visitor center and trailhead with stunning views of the Golden Gate Bridge and rugged coastline.

    Free ★ 4.8 120 min
  3. Lunch
    12:00 – 13:00

    Cliff House (Lands End Lookout Café replacement options nearby)

    Lands End

    Use the food service inside Lands End Lookout or nearby kiosks for a simple lunch with ocean views.

    $ ★ 4.3 60 min
  4. Afternoon
    13:10 – 14:40

    Sutro Baths Ruins

    Lands End

    Ruins of a historic bath complex below Lands End with tide pools and dramatic ocean scenery.

    Free ★ 4.7 90 min
  5. Dinner
    18:00 – 19:30

    Beach Chalet Brewery & Restaurant

    Ocean Beach

    Restaurant with house-brewed beer and large windows overlooking Ocean Beach and the Great Highway.

    $$ ★ 4.2 90 min
  6. Evening
    19:30 – 20:15

    Ocean Beach Promenade

    Ocean Beach

    Short sunset stroll along the paved path adjacent to Ocean Beach and the Great Highway.

    Free ★ 4.6 45 min
Day 11

Oakland day trip – Jack London Square & waterfront

San Francisco , California , United States

6 activities $90

  1. Breakfast
    08:30 – 09:20

    Red Bay Coffee Headquarters

    Oakland (Jack London Square area)

    Specialty coffee roastery and café in a stylish warehouse space near Jack London Square.

    $ ★ 4.7 50 min
  2. Morning
    09:40 – 11:30

    Jack London Square

    Oakland (Jack London Square)

    Oakland waterfront district with a promenade, marinas, and views back toward San Francisco.

    Free ★ 4.5 110 min
  3. Lunch
    12:00 – 13:10

    Farmhouse Kitchen Thai Cuisine - Oakland

    Oakland (near Jack London)

    Colorful Thai restaurant with creative dishes and a lively interior not far from Jack London Square.

    $$ ★ 4.5 70 min
  4. Afternoon
    13:30 – 16:00

    Oakland Museum of California

    Oakland (Lake Merritt area)

    Comprehensive museum covering California art, history, and natural sciences with engaging exhibits.

    $$ ★ 4.7 150 min
  5. Dinner
    18:00 – 19:30

    Boulette’s Larder + Boulibar

    Embarcadero (back in San Francisco)

    Mediterranean-inspired restaurant in the Ferry Building with seasonal dishes and Bay views.

    $$$ ★ 4.4 90 min
  6. Evening
    19:30 – 20:15

    Embarcadero Center evening walk

    Financial District / Embarcadero

    Short urban stroll through the plazas and elevated walkways of Embarcadero Center.

    Free ★ 4.3 45 min
Day 12

Berkeley day trip – campus & Gourmet Ghetto

San Francisco , California , United States

6 activities $85

  1. Breakfast
    08:30 – 09:20

    Cafe Strada

    Berkeley (near campus)

    Lively café across from UC Berkeley, popular with students for espresso drinks and pastries.

    $ ★ 4.6 50 min
  2. Morning
    09:30 – 11:30

    University of California, Berkeley Campus Walk

    Berkeley (UC campus)

    Self-guided walk through the historic UC Berkeley campus including Sproul Plaza and Sather Tower area.

    Free ★ 4.7 120 min
  3. Lunch
    12:00 – 13:00

    Cheese Board Pizza

    Berkeley (Gourmet Ghetto)

    Worker-owned pizzeria with a single rotating vegetarian pizza and salad, a Berkeley institution.

    $ ★ 4.7 60 min
  4. Afternoon
    13:20 – 15:00

    Downtown Berkeley Arts District

    Berkeley (Downtown)

    Explore the area around the Berkeley Repertory Theatre and bookstores along Shattuck Avenue.

    Free ★ 4.5 100 min
  5. Dinner
    18:00 – 19:30

    Co Nam

    Berkeley (Downtown)

    Vietnamese-inspired grill and cocktail bar near downtown Berkeley BART.

    $$ ★ 4.6 90 min
  6. Evening
    20:30 – 21:00

    Ferry Building Night View (upon return)

    Embarcadero

    Quick stop back in San Francisco to enjoy the illuminated Ferry Building clock tower from the Embarcadero.

    Free ★ 4.7 30 min
Day 13

Shopping & architecture – Union Square and Hayes Valley

San Francisco , California , United States

6 activities $95

  1. Breakfast
    08:30 – 09:10

    Blue Bottle Coffee Kiosk - Ferry Building

    Embarcadero

    Specialty coffee kiosk inside the Ferry Building offering pour-overs and pastries.

    $ ★ 4.5 40 min
  2. Morning
    09:30 – 11:30

    Union Square

    Union Square

    Central shopping plaza surrounded by department stores and boutiques, a classic San Francisco hub.

    Free ★ 4.3 120 min
  3. Lunch
    12:00 – 13:30

    Neiman Marcus Rotunda

    Union Square

    Elegant glass-domed restaurant inside Neiman Marcus overlooking Union Square.

    $$$ ★ 4.5 90 min
  4. Afternoon
    14:00 – 16:00

    Hayes Valley Boutiques & Patricia’s Green

    Hayes Valley

    Trendy neighborhood with independent boutiques and a small park featuring art installations.

    Free ★ 4.6 120 min
  5. Dinner
    18:00 – 19:30

    Rich Table

    Hayes Valley

    Creative New American restaurant in Hayes Valley with a frequently changing seasonal menu.

    $$$ ★ 4.6 90 min
  6. Evening
    19:30 – 20:30

    Proxy SF

    Hayes Valley

    Outdoor space in Hayes Valley with rotating food kiosks, cinema events, and installations.

    $ ★ 4.4 60 min
Day 14

Flexible buffer day – favorites, last views, and souvenirs

San Francisco , California , United States

6 activities $80

  1. Breakfast
    08:30 – 09:20

    Le Marais Bakery - Castro

    Castro

    French-style bakery and café offering croissants, pastries, and light breakfast plates.

    $ ★ 4.6 50 min
  2. Morning
    09:45 – 11:30

    Haight-Ashbury Neighborhood Walk

    Haight-Ashbury

    Explore the colorful Haight-Ashbury district, known for vintage shops and 1960s counterculture history.

    Free ★ 4.4 105 min
  3. Lunch
    11:40 – 12:40

    Cha Cha Cha

    Haight-Ashbury

    Lively Caribbean tapas restaurant on Haight Street known for plantains and jerk chicken.

    $ ★ 4.5 60 min
  4. Afternoon
    13:30 – 15:00

    San Francisco Cable Car Museum

    Nob Hill

    Free museum showcasing the history and machinery of the city’s cable car system.

    Free ★ 4.6 90 min
  5. Dinner
    18:00 – 19:30

    Kokkari Estiatorio

    Financial District

    Upscale Greek restaurant near the Financial District, known for impeccable service and rustic dishes.

    $$$ ★ 4.8 90 min
  6. Evening
    19:45 – 20:30

    North Beach Nightcap Walk

    North Beach

    Gentle stroll along Columbus Avenue to take in the last views of North Beach cafés and the Transamerica Pyramid.

    Free ★ 4.5 45 min

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