JoAnne's Guidebook
Sightseeing
Golden Gate Bridge
Golden Gate Bridge
California Academy of Sciences
55 Music Concourse DrMuir Woods National Monument
Half Moon Bay
Must book ahead to get tickets. Try to book for afternoon when it warms up.
503 locals recommend
Alcatraz Island
Must book ahead to get tickets. Try to book for afternoon when it warms up.
Baker Beach
Pacific Heights
17 Mile Drive
17 Mile DriveOutstanding views of the Pacific coastline
Best golf ever!
Santa Cruz
Palace of Fine Arts
3601 Lyon StPhotographer’s joy!
Golden Gate Park
A must see
Cable Car Stop
1598 US-101A must do! Fun during the day, spectacular at night!
Japan Town
Food scene
Some favorite restaurants in the neighborhood:
Tacko
Roses
North Beach
Chinatown
Great dim sum, restaurants, inexpensive shops for souvenirs
Neighborhoods
Marina District
This is our neighborhood.
Cow Hollow
The neighborhood where locals and tourists meet
City advice
Getting around
Walking paradise
Wear comfortable walking shoes to explore the neighborhoods and navigate the hills. Don’t miss the secret staircase! Go uphill for the best views!
What to pack
Bring comfortable walking shoes and a light jacket
Weather can change quickly and from neighborhood to another area of the city.
Book before you go
Alcatraz
Book an early afternoon tour for best weather