Fora’s Take
San Francisco is undeniably a special place, offering a plethora of reasons to visit. With its temperate climate and an abundance of exciting things to explore, a trip to San Francisco is always a guaranteed success. We had the pleasure of falling in love with weekend trips into the city and now are eager to share our knowledge of fantastic dining and accommodation options, as well as highlight activities suitable for everyone.
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Where to stay in San Francisco, California
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Things to do in San Francisco, California
Places to see and explore
San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA)
Golden Gate Park/Japanese Tea Garden
SF Cable Cars (3 different lines!)
Muir Woods
Chinatown/Japantown
Alamo Sqaure to relax and see the Painted Ladies
Fisherman’s Wharf - spot the seals!
Golden Gate Bridge
Marin Headlands
Tours
Alcatraz
Boudin Bakery (sourdough!)
Day Trips
Head out to Napa for the day. Personal recommendations: Peju, Mumm, Mondavi and Hess.
Point Reyes
Half Moon Bay
Places to eat & drink in San Francisco, California
There are so many amazing spots for food and drinks in San Francisco. Here is just a sampling of places I can vouch for:
Dinner
Lunch
Drinks/Treats
If you venture out to the East Bay, here are some favorites: Tomatina (Walnut Creek), Benvenuti (Walnut Creek), Townhouse (Emeryville), Mona’s Burgers (Concord) and Yoshi’s (Oakland.)
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This is part of our ongoing series on travel to San Francisco, and our longer series on travel to California.