United States
San Francisco Travel Guide
Golden Gate, tech hub, and diverse neighborhoods
ArchitectureFood & DiningNature & OutdoorsArts & Culture
Top Attractions in San Francisco
Highlights included in EME itineraries
History3h
Alcatraz Island
Former federal penitentiary on a rocky island in the bay — the audio tour narrated by former inmates is chilling and unforgettable
History2h
Cable Cars & Lombard Street
Ride the iconic cable cars up steep hills and see the crookedest street in the world — quintessential San Francisco experiences
Food & Dining2h
Chinatown
The oldest Chinatown in North America — dim sum, herbal shops, and the ornate Dragon's Gate in a vibrant neighbourhood since 1848
Arts & Culture1h
City Lights Bookstore
The legendary Beat Generation bookshop founded by Lawrence Ferlinghetti in 1953, still an independent literary landmark in North Beach.
Food & Dining2h
Fisherman's Wharf & Pier 39
Bustling waterfront with clam chowder in sourdough bowls, sea lions, and views of the bay — touristy but irresistible
Architecture2h
Golden Gate Bridge
Walk or cycle across the most photographed bridge in the world — 2.7km of Art Deco splendour spanning the Golden Gate strait
Planning Your San Francisco Itinerary
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Currency
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Language
English
Visa
ESTA for visa waiver countries. B1/B2 visa otherwise.
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