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Popular Best Things to Do in San Francisco - 2024

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Updated May 2024
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    "Whenever I come to california this is the place that I will not missed. Full of yummy food and seafood. Beautiful weather even it is in winter and is still not very cold. You can even spend the whole day here as there are So.much things to explore here"
    San Francisco.Fisherman's Wharf
    3.8km from downtown
    Highlights: A landmark of San Francisco, Fisherman's Wharf is a strip extending from Ghirardelli Square all the way to Pier 35 and close to popular destinations such as Chinatown and the Lombard Street. This is home to a wealth of shops and restaurants and lively street shows can be seen everywhere. Famous sites such as Alcatraz Island, Golden Gate Bridge, and the Bay Bridge can also be sighted in the distance. The Fisherman's Wharf is close the the bay, so do not miss out on the fresh and delicious seafood. At Pier 39, sea lions can also be seen lying idly on rafts for a bit of sunbathing, making a most adorable scene.
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    "Such a rich street. Just bursting with history. Lombard street must be a wonderful place to live on. The trees are so GREEN and the streets are so clean. It makes the living area so good you wouldn't want to leave. The hills in Dan Francisco amaze me as well, so many movies shot here. Like Miss Doubt fire and many more. Warner Bros is so lucky!!"
    San Francisco.San Francisco Downtown
    3km from downtown
    Highlights: Lombard Street is so named for its multiple hairpin turns. The 40 degree inclination here poses a serious challenge to driving skills. The whole street is paved with bricks and lined on either side with foliage as well as multicolored flowers, offering diverse views all around the year. A peculiar crooked way can be photographed at the lower end of the street. The distant San Francisco - Oakland Bay Bridge and the Alcatraz Island can be viewed from high up in the Lombard Street, making it an ideal spot to take a snapshot of perfect harmony of streetscape and ocean view. Heading all the way north along the Lombard Street will take one to Fisherman's Wharf, a place to savor gourmet food and splurge on shopping.
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    "iconic landmark in San Francisco. there’s a beach nearby , a nice place to soak up some sun."
    San Francisco
    7.2km from downtown
    Highlights: As a globally renowned single-span suspension bridge, Golden Gate Bridge is the symbol and landmark of San Francisco. The Bridge spans the entire San Francisco Bay and the Golden Gate strait of the Pacific Ocean, making it an important transportation hub linking San Francisco and cities to the north. Many US movies and TV shows have been filmed here. The north of the Bridge is an ideal site to take a panoramic picture of the structure; and its bright orange arch seems shrouded in mystery in foggy days; the Bridge's southern side is more suitable for a close-up snapshot of the water and the body of the Bridge. If the schedule allows, you can rent a bicycle and experience a more unique view while riding the length of the Bridge.
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    "if you love science this is a place to go it was so amazing you can learn a lot of stuff there my kids love it and so do I I'm great customer service"
    San Francisco.Sunset District
    4.1km from downtown
    Highlights: • Exhibits and experiences for explorers of all ages• Events and activites to kick-start your curiosty• World-chaning science starts here△ From deep sea to deep space, your Academy ticket is your passport to science adventures. Explore our exhibits, public programs, events, and more.△ Wonder what our animals get up to once the sun goes down? Find out at the Academy’s weekly event that illuminates the unusual intersection of art and science.
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    "This is a relatively large park near the Golden Gate Bridge, called Golden Gate Park. General tourists will not go to this attraction specially, because we are free to travel and can be more relaxed. The park environment design is unparalleled and worth checking in for sightseeing."
    San Francisco.Golden Gate Park
    5.9km from downtown
    Highlights: One hundred and fifty years ago, this 1000-acre park was a windswept sand dune. To this day, its autumnal music festival, Outsidelands, is an homage to its former moniker. These days, you'll find the same serenity with a myriad of attractions -- art museums, a Japanese tea garden, a Shakespeare garden, even a buffalo paddock. Or, get active -- hike, ride horseback, learn archery or feed ducks at any one of three ponds. What Central Park is to New York, Golden Gate Park is to San Francisco. Stretching from the Panhandle to Ocean Beach, Golden Gate Park is over 1,000 acres of gardens, lakes, and cultural institutions. The deYoung art museum and family-friendly Academy of Sciences can be found near the Japanese Tea Garden, an elaborate maze of sculpted landscape leading up to a tea house. Rent a paddleboat at Stow Lake, or watch members of the San Francisco Model Yacht Club race their handmade boats around Spreckels Lake. While there are a number of homeless encampments throughout the grounds, it doesn't take away from the park's beauty.
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FAQ

What are some Best Things to Do in San Francisco?
Some Best Things to Do in San Francisco include:Fisherman's Wharf|Lombard Street|Golden Gate Bridge|California Academy of Sciences|Golden Gate Park
What are some highly-rated Best Things to Do in San Francisco?
Some highly-rated Best Things to Do in San Francisco include:Fisherman's Wharf:4.5|Lombard Street:4.6|Golden Gate Bridge:4.7|California Academy of Sciences:4.7|Golden Gate Park:4.7
At what locations in San Francisco can Best Things to Do in San Francisco be found?
The Best Things to Do in San Francisco are mainly located in:Fisherman's Wharf:San Francisco|Lombard Street:San Francisco|Golden Gate Bridge:San Francisco|California Academy of Sciences:San Francisco|Golden Gate Park:San Francisco
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