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What to See and Do in San Francisco

In addition to exploring the city's neighborhoods, discovering its museums, and seeing its famous monuments, San Francisco has so much more to offer. Here, you'll find out about the most famous tourist attractions as well as other, lesser-known places.

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Golden Gate Bridge

Golden Gate Bridge

At almost 1.7 miles long, the Golden Gate Bridge is one of the longest bridges in the world and has become the most iconic image of San Francisco.

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Alcatraz is the world's most famous, notorious prison and it's a must-see when in San Francisco. We've got the information to help you plan your visit.

Fisherman’s Wharf

Fisherman’s Wharf

San Francisco's first port, Fisherman's Wharf, has become an important tourist attractions that shouldn't be missed.

Lombard Street

Known for being steep, with eight hairpin turns, Lombard Street is the most well-known and visited street in San Francisco. Find out what to do on Lombard Street and how to get there.

Union Square

Located in the heart of the city, Union Square is the most well-known and lively area of San Francisco. Discover it!

At around 3000 feet high, these two mountains are the second highest point in San Francisco, offering some incredible views.

Mission Dolores

Mission Dolores

Mission Dolores is the oldest building in San Francisco, founded by Spanish missionaries to evangelise the local natives.

Cable Car Museum

Cable Car Museum

The Cable Car Museum is the perfect place to learn all about the most endearing means of transport in San Francisco.

Monuments and Tourist Attractions

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Golden Gate Bridge

Golden Gate Bridge

At almost 1.7 miles long, the Golden Gate Bridge is one of the longest bridges in the world and has become the most iconic image of San Francisco.

Alcatraz is the world's most famous, notorious prison and it's a must-see when in San Francisco. We've got the information to help you plan your visit.

Lombard Street

Known for being steep, with eight hairpin turns, Lombard Street is the most well-known and visited street in San Francisco. Find out what to do on Lombard Street and how to get there.

At around 3000 feet high, these two mountains are the second highest point in San Francisco, offering some incredible views.

Mission Dolores

Mission Dolores

Mission Dolores is the oldest building in San Francisco, founded by Spanish missionaries to evangelise the local natives.

Grace Cathedral

Grace Cathedral

Grace Cathedral is one of the most important religious monuments in San Francisco and the entire USA.

Golden Gate Park

Golden Gate Park

Golden Gate Park is one of the world's largest urban parks; it's far bigger than Central Park in New York. Visit it on your trip!

Aquarium of the Bay

Aquarium of the Bay

Located in Fisherman's Wharf, the Aquarium of the Bay shows the marine life that inhabits San Francisco Bay.

USS Pampanito

One of the most typical things to visit in San Francisco is the USS Pampanito; a World War II submarine with a lot of history to tell.

SS Jeremiah O'Brien

SS Jeremiah O'Brien

Built in 1943, this ship formed part of the 6000 strong armada that took part in Operation Overlord in Normandy in WWII.

Neighbourhoods

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Fisherman’s Wharf

Fisherman’s Wharf

San Francisco's first port, Fisherman's Wharf, has become an important tourist attractions that shouldn't be missed.

Yerba Buena Gardens

Yerba Buena Gardens

Yerba Buena Gardens is a peaceful, relaxing area located in Mission Street with various museums and points of interest.

Union Square

Located in the heart of the city, Union Square is the most well-known and lively area of San Francisco. Discover it!

This neighbourhood in San Francisco is home to one of the world's largest Chinese communities; Chinatown is a city within a city.

Alamo Square

This picturesque spot has been a backdrop in numerous films and TV series, and is one of the city's most common postcard images.

Fillmore Street

Fillmore Street

Fillmore Street is located in one of the most traditional neighbourhoods in San Francisco, Fillmore District, a beautiful spot to wander around.

Haight-Ashbury

Haight-Ashbury could be described as the most alternative, hipster part of San Francisco. Why not check it out?

Japantown in San Francisco is one of the USA's largest and oldest Japanese neighbourhoods. Find out more about its history.

Museums

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Museum of Modern Art SFMOMA

Museum of Modern Art SFMOMA

Displaying masterpieces by artists such as Matisse, Picasso, Dalí and Miró, the SFMOMA is considered to be the city's best museum.

Legion of Honor

Legion of Honor

Legion of Honor is one of the most important museums in San Francisco. Inside, you'll find works by artists such as Rodin, Rembrandt, Monet and Rubens.

Asian Art Museum

Asian Art Museum

Originally gifted to the city by a millionaire art collector, the Asian Art Museum houses one of the most comprehensive Asian art collections in the world.

De Young Museum

De Young Museum

Reopened in 2005, the de Young Museum houses a large collection of 19th and 20th century artwork. It also exhibits African works of art.

California Academy of Sciences

California Academy of Sciences

The California Academy of Sciences is a aquarium, planetarium, and natural history museum all under one roof!

Exploratorium

The Exploratorium is far more than a museum; it's a unique place where both adults and children alike can explore the world through science.

Cable Car Museum

Cable Car Museum

The Cable Car Museum is the perfect place to learn all about the most endearing means of transport in San Francisco.

Musée Mécanique

Musée Mécanique

The Musée Mécanique is a collector's dream come true! This interactive museum is home to 20th century penny arcade games and over 300 mechanical machines.

Contemporary Jewish Museum

Contemporary Jewish Museum

The Contemporary Jewish Museum presents exhibitions that delve into modern perspectives on Jewish history, culture, art, and thought.

Cartoon Art Museum

Cartoon Art Museum

Opened in 1984, this museum specialises in comics and cartoons and has over 6,000 original pieces - the only one of its kind in the USA!

Madame Tussauds Wax Museum

Madame Tussauds Wax Museum

The Madame Tussauds museum has replaced the original San Francisco Wax Museum and houses models of both historical and present day figures.

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Sausalito is a small, picturesque town located 4 miles north of San Francisco. Find out how to get there.