Upcoming San Francisco Bay Area Events

Fioli

Trolls Save the Humans - through Nov 10, 2025

Summer Sunset Hikes - Jun 11 - Sep 18, 2025

Summer Stage - Aug 17 - 26, 2025

Museums:

DeYoung

Paul McCartney Photographs - through Oct 5, 2025

Art of Manga - Sep 27, 2025 - Jan 25, 2026

The Legion of Honor

Wayne Thiebaud: Art Comes from Art - through Aug 17, 2025

Ferlinghetti for San Francisco - Jul 19, 2025 - Mar 22, 2026

Manet and Morisot - Oct 11, 2025 - Mar 1, 2026

SFMOMA

Ruth Asawa: Retrospective - Sep 2, 2025

San Francisco CityPASS - Save up to 46%

San Francisco Go City - Save up to 50%

Asian Art Museum

Conferences & Conventions:

 

Outsidelands - Aug 8-10, 2025

Workday Rising- Sep 15-18, 2025

Saleforce: Dreamforce 2023 - Oct 14-16, 2025

Hardly Strictly Bluegrass- Oct 3-5, 2025

Giants Baseball - Home Schedule

San Francisco Peninsula Magazine

Discover our fabulous San Mateo County, bordering San Francisco, Santa Clara and Santa Cruz Counties.

From the San Francisco Bay Trails, scenic Redwoods to the stunning Pacific Ocean.  Take a drive, train, bike or a stroll in this beautiful county.  Enjoy amazing food from every corner of the world to local shops and and quaint neighborhoods.

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San Francisco City Tour

San Francisco is a city of spectacular views, a variety of cultures and quaint neighborhoods. 

Highlights:

  • Land’s End, Sutro Baths & the Pacific Ocean
  • Golden Gate Bridge & Golden Gate Park
  • Chinatown
  • Fisherman's Wharf
  • Victorian homes
  • North Beach
  • Presidio National Park

Adults: $73 /  Children: $63

Alcatraz Tour

Alcatraz tours are very popular and sell-out days in advance during the summer. We recommend that you book in advance and direct. This will insure that you get the day and time you want, plus you can print your ticket at home and avoid lines. 

A nice option is to take the San Francisco or Muir Woods Tour in the morning (ends by 1:00 PM) and the Alcatraz tour in the afternoon or evening. The tour bus can drop you off at Fisherman's Wharf and you can walk to Pier 33 to catch the ferry to Alcatraz.

The Alcatraz tour takes 2- hours. An easy option is to take BART back to the hotel. BART: Embarcadero (12 minute walk or take the F trolley) to Millbrae (walk 75 yards south to hotel).

Chinatown Food & History Walking Tour

A walking tour of Chinatown led by a professional guide. Take in the sights and smells of the real Chinatown, and see how San Francisco's Chinese Americans live during this culinary and gourmet food tour. 

Highlights:

  • Explore the local streets on a walking tour of the city
  • Informative, friendly and professional guide
  • Great overview and orientation of the city
  • Perfect introduction for first-time visitors
  • Perfect for all ages and skill level

Tours start at 10 am

Adults: $89 / Children: $79

Little Italy-North Beach Food & History Walking Tour

Soak up the lively atmosphere of one of the city’s most popular districts as you learn about its cafes and bakeries and see landmarks like Saints Peter and Paul Church.

Highlights:

  • Explore North Beach/Little Italy's Foods & History Culinary history of San Francisco
  • Taste samples of fresh food at local bakeries and delis
  • Enjoy coffee drinks, teas, Italian sodas and more, while experiencing San Francisco’s coffee culture
  • Explore the Beat Generation Hangouts
  • Close to Public Transportation & Affordable Parking

Tours are daily

Adults: $78.60 / Children: $49

Mission District Food & History Walking Tour

Dive into the history and culture of one of the most iconic neighborhoods in San Francisco on a guided walking tour of the Mission District. Sample local cuisine and sip coffee as you learn about the history of this area.

Highlights:

  • Explore Mission District through its stories and foods
  • Immerse yourself in the history of San Francisco's most iconic neighborhood
  • Follow your guide through some of the district's best-known locations
  • See the only fire hydrant to survive the 1906 earthquake
  • Marvel at vibrant street art that often tells a heartbreaking story
  • Taste traditional foods like tamales, tortillas, and tacos

Tours are Thursday through Saturday

Adults: $93 / Children: $60

San Francisco City Tour & Bay Cruise

The Grand City Tour is approximately 4-hour guided tour of San Francisco. At each stop, you’ll have the chance to get off the bus and see the Super Sights. You'll embark on a Bay Cruise in the afternoon that will take you under the Golden Gate Bridge, up close to the Bay Bridge, as well as around the infamous Alcatraz Island

Highlights:

  • 60 minutes Bay Cruise (PM) with views of Alcatraz
  • Land’s End, Sutro Baths & the Pacific Ocean
  • Golden Gate Bridge & Golden Gate Park
  • Chinatown
  • Fisherman's Wharf
  • Victorian homes
  • North Beach
  • Presidio National Park

Adults: $95 / Children: $70

Monterey & Carmel Tour

Drive down one of the most scenic roads in California on this full-day tour from San Francisco. Cruise along the coast-hugging Highway 1, passing the mansions of Pebble Beach on the iconic 17-Mile Drive. Enjoy free time to explore Monterey, where you can stroll down Steinbeck’s Cannery Row or visit the famous Monterey Bay Aquarium. Browse the boutiques of Carmel-by-the-Sea, stop at pebble beach golf course, and get a glimpse of Silicon Valley’s tech campuses on the return drive to San Francisco.

Highlights:

  • Full-day trip from San Francisco to Monterey and Carmel
  • Stop at Carmel by the Sea, Monterey, and Pebble Beach Golf Course
  • San Francisco pickup and drop-off included

Adults: $120 / Children: $90

  • Option to include a visit to the Monterey Bay Aquarium:
    • Adults: $59.95 / Children: $44.95

Napa and Sonoma Wine Country Full-Day Tour from San Francisco

Escape to California’s famous wine country on this full-day tour from San Francisco. 

Highlights:

  • Full-day trip from San Francisco to Sonoma and Napa Valley wineries
  • Visit popular wineries with all tastings and guided tours included
  • Drive over the Golden Gate Bridge for views of the Bay Area
  • Admire the rolling hills and vineyards that make up America’s premier wine region
  • Enjoy free time for lunch in Sonoma Square Plaza or Yountville
  • Learn about the history of winemaking from your expert guide
     

Adults: $160 / Children: $85

Muir Woods & Sausalito Tour

Wander through an ancient coastal redwood forest and explore the artistic bayside enclave of Sausalito on this half-day tour from San Francisco. At the end of your tour choose between getting dropped off at either of the two departure points or taking the Sausalito ferry back to San Francisco (Pier 41).

Highlights

  • Half-day tour of Muir Woods and Sausalito from San Francisco
  • Explore the giant redwood sequoia trees at Muir Woods
  • Shop and browse in Sausalito, California's prettiest town
  • Drive across the Golden Gate Bridge

Return by Bus: Adults: $96 / Children: $75

Return by Ferry: Adults: $115 / Children: $86

Yosemite National Park - Full Day Tour from San Francisco

Visit Yosemite National Park on this day trip from San Francisco. Follow your guide bus tour of the area and discover the park's charms on your own during your visit.

Highlights:

  • Day trip to Yosemite National Park from San Francisco
  • Admire the views on a scenic drive through the Great Central Valley of California
  • Explore the park independently and enjoy a guided bus tour
  • Driver­-guide and commentary in English

Adults: $199 / Children: $146

San Francisco Grand City Tour

Take a San Francisco half-day tour. With a driver-guide, travel the city by bus, stopping at major attractions like the Golden Gate Bridge and Twin Peaks, and neighborhoods like North Beach and Chinatown. Plus, you can upgrade to include a San Francisco Bay cruise, a half-day bike rental, or admission to Aquarium of the Bay.

Highlights:

  • Tour all the city highlights, including Golden Gate Bridge, Chinatown, and Fisherman's Wharf
  • Photo stops at Vista Point, Twin Peaks (weather permitting), and Golden Gate Park
  • Optional upgrades for a cruise, bike rental or aquarium admission

Adults: $65 / Children: $45

San Francisco Major Attractions

 
 
 
 

Convention / Event Venues

Museums

 

Sightseeing

  • San Francisco Tour
  • Muir Woods & Sausalito
  • Yosemite National Park- One and Two Day
  • Tours - Hop on Hop off Tours- San Francisco

"California Visitor's Guide"

Plan the Perfect California Vacation

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Visit The San Francisco Peninsula.

Nestled between the San Francisco Bay to the east and the Pacific Ocean to the west, explore the diverse offerings of The San Francisco Peninsula. Getaways here place you right in the middle of world-class dining, events, attractions with forest escapes, and water adventures just minutes away.