The Embarcadero
A scenic waterfront promenade along the bay with piers, public art, dining and access to ferries and attractions.
Ghirardelli Square
A converted 19th-century chocolate factory turned lively waterfront plaza — Ghirardelli Square is famous for its chocolate shops, cafés, and scenic views of the bay, making it a sweet stop for families and food lovers.
Mission Dolores Park
A lively neighborhood green space with panoramic city views, popular for sunbathing, picnics, socializing, and weekend gatherings.
Pier 39
A lively waterfront complex with shops, restaurants, street performers and famous sea lions — great for family fun and bay views.
Fisherman's Wharf
A lively waterfront neighborhood full of seafood stalls, souvenir shops, pier attractions and sea lion viewing — a classic spot for dining, cruising, and family-friendly fun.
Union Square
San Francisco’s premier shopping and cultural hub, surrounded by department stores, theaters, restaurants, and frequent public events.
Ferry Building
Iconic waterfront marketplace and transit hub featuring artisanal food vendors, shops, a farmers’ market, and scenic bay views.
Coit Tower
A historic hilltop tower offering panoramic city and bay views plus vibrant Depression-era murals inside.
San Francisco Chinatown
One of the oldest and largest Chinatowns in North America, full of markets, temples, dim sum spots and cultural character.
The Painted Ladies
A row of colorful Victorian houses overlooking Alamo Square — an iconic photo spot representing San Francisco’s architectural charm.
Palace of Fine Arts
An iconic beaux-arts structure set around a tranquil lagoon — a picturesque spot for photos, weddings and leisurely walks.
Golden Gate Bridge
An iconic suspended bridge spanning the Golden Gate strait, offering sweeping city and bay views — perfect for photos, walking, or biking across.
Japanese Tea Garden
A serene, carefully landscaped garden in Golden Gate Park featuring winding paths, koi ponds, lanterns, and a traditional teahouse — perfect for peaceful strolls and cultural photography.
Golden Gate Park
A vast urban oasis with gardens, museums, lakes, and trails—perfect for picnics, cycling, and escaping the city bustle.
Cable Car Museum
Small but fascinating museum showcasing the history and mechanics of San Francisco’s iconic cable cars, with working machinery on display.
SFMOMA (San Francisco Museum of Modern Art)
A leading modern and contemporary art museum with expansive galleries, rotating exhibitions and thought-provoking installations.
Legion of Honor
A beaux-arts museum set on a bluff with European paintings, sculptures and sweeping views of the Golden Gate Bridge and ocean.
Twin Peaks
Two prominent hills offering some of the best panoramic views of San Francisco — excellent at sunrise or sunset.
Lombard Street
Famous for its steep, winding block lined with manicured gardens — a photogenic and must-see San Francisco landmark.
Alcatraz Island
A former federal prison on a foggy island in San Francisco Bay, Alcatraz offers immersive history tours, compelling stories, and dramatic harbor views.