Outdoor activities
For the experienced hiker, this is a hike worth the strain. Go before dawn for a breathtaking view of the bay.
80 locals recommend
Mission Peak Trail Head
680 Stanford AveFor the experienced hiker, this is a hike worth the strain. Go before dawn for a breathtaking view of the bay.
Oakland Zoo
9777 Golf Links RdCome visit the oakland zoo, a family and local favorite.
A nice walk on the beach to kick off the vacation vibes! Caution, the beaches may be chilly.
279 locals recommend
Half Moon Bay
A nice walk on the beach to kick off the vacation vibes! Caution, the beaches may be chilly.
Garin Regional Park
1320 Garin AveA leisurely walk where you can see the views of the bay.
Historical marshlands, this area was home to the Tuibun Ohlone Native American village.
82 locals recommend
Coyote Hills Regional Park
8000 Patterson Ranch RdHistorical marshlands, this area was home to the Tuibun Ohlone Native American village.
Sightseeing
One of San Francisco’s must see attractions. Go to Alcatraz island, the aquarium of the bay, or even for a speed boat ride. Best known for the SEA LIONS that hang around the pier (not on the pier).
44 locals recommend
PIER 39
The EmbarcaderoOne of San Francisco’s must see attractions. Go to Alcatraz island, the aquarium of the bay, or even for a speed boat ride. Best known for the SEA LIONS that hang around the pier (not on the pier).
Golden Gate Bridge
Golden Gate BridgeSan Francisco’s most notable attraction.
Lots to explore in the park. Go visit an art museum, or the academy of sciences. Fancy tea? Head to the Japanese gardens for a cup.
7 locals recommend
Golden Gate Park
Lots to explore in the park. Go visit an art museum, or the academy of sciences. Fancy tea? Head to the Japanese gardens for a cup.
Musée Mécanique
Fishermans WharfA unique and antique collection of arcade games.
For those who love a little bit of spooky, head to the haunted Winchester mansion.
302 locals recommend
Winchester Mystery House
525 S Winchester BlvdFor those who love a little bit of spooky, head to the haunted Winchester mansion.
This twisty and turny road will give you sights to some of the most expensive homes and best views of San Francisco.
Lombard Street
This twisty and turny road will give you sights to some of the most expensive homes and best views of San Francisco.
Famous estate known for its landscaping, online reservations recommended
141 locals recommend
Filoli Historic House & Garden
86 Cañada RdFamous estate known for its landscaping, online reservations recommended
Food scene
Chocolate lovers are welcome to indulge at the Ghirardelli chocolate company, a local San Fransiscan chocolaterie.
11 locals recommend
Ghirardelli Chocolate Company
801 Beach StChocolate lovers are welcome to indulge at the Ghirardelli chocolate company, a local San Fransiscan chocolaterie.
A California native burger joint! Come have a taste and see what the rave is about. ( order your fries or burger “animal style” for grilled onions, cheese, and their signature spread )
In-N-Out Burger
32060 Union Landing BlvdA California native burger joint! Come have a taste and see what the rave is about. ( order your fries or burger “animal style” for grilled onions, cheese, and their signature spread )
My favorite Japanese restaurant and it could be yours too! Head over and see what the fuss is about. Order a boat of sashimi and complimentary cooked salmon belly will appear!
O' Sushi Newark
34940 Newark BlvdMy favorite Japanese restaurant and it could be yours too! Head over and see what the fuss is about. Order a boat of sashimi and complimentary cooked salmon belly will appear!
A delicious cash only pho restaurant, Vietnamese soup for the soul.
Head next door to starbread and try the most delicious sweet bread of your life
Phở VN Vietnamese Restaurant
31861 Alvarado BlvdA delicious cash only pho restaurant, Vietnamese soup for the soul.
Head next door to starbread and try the most delicious sweet bread of your life
Ramen Shu
34308 Alvarado-Niles RdDelicious authentic ramen, what more can you say?
A small eatery that has a lot to offer. Their delicious handmade dumplings has put them on the map.
House of Dumplings 水餃之家
109 Appian WayA small eatery that has a lot to offer. Their delicious handmade dumplings has put them on the map.
Craving hotpot? How about chinese dishes? A little asian fusion? This is your place! Our favorite broth for hotpot is H3!
Pottastic
30065 Industrial Parkway SouthwestCraving hotpot? How about chinese dishes? A little asian fusion? This is your place! Our favorite broth for hotpot is H3!
Loard's Ice Cream
2825 MacArthur Blvd50’s styled ice cream parlor
Harry's Hofbrau
1909 El Camino RealGerman-American fare.
Pad Thai Cuisine
3774 Castro Valley BlvdCome for their lunch specials! 11:30am-3pm
Entertainment
A hip arcade with bowling, billiards, karaoke, and drinks. Try to leave by 10pm.
8 locals recommend
Round 1
185 Sun Valley MallA hip arcade with bowling, billiards, karaoke, and drinks. Try to leave by 10pm.
If youre here in baseball season, you might want to catch an A’s game! Get seats anywhere near home and you may catch a foul ball ⚾️
20 locals recommend
Coliseum
If youre here in baseball season, you might want to catch an A’s game! Get seats anywhere near home and you may catch a foul ball ⚾️
Century 25 Union Landing and XD
32100 Union Landing BlvdCatch a movie and enjoy some popcorn!
Traveler advice
Getting around
Bart is one of the best ways to get from the east bay to sf!
Bart (Bay Area Rapid Transit) is the fastest and most efficient way to get around east bay and to San Francisco.
What to pack
Pack a windbreaker or a light jacket
California is known to be sunny and warm, but in the bay area expect your mornings and evenings to be a little chilly! Its best to pack a light jacket so you can keep warm and enjoy your time, then when it warms up, you wont have to carry around a heavy jacket :)