San Francisco, CA
Plan your trip to San Francisco, California
Regional Population: 732,072
Elevation: 16 meters
Time Zone: America/Los_Angeles
Local Currency: USD
Latitude: 37.7749295
Longitude: -122.4194155
Nearby Airports: SFO
San Francisco Vacation: An Insider’s Guide
Our local expert shares her city secrets for individuals and families alike, to help you plan your ideal San Francisco vacation.
College Visit Guide: San Francisco Bay Area
Tips for families to maximize a college visit to the Bay Area—exploring San Francisco, Berkeley and Palo Alto.
Certifiably Green: Hotels That Love the Earth
Find the greenest lodging with this round-up of eco-certified U.S. hotels that care about your well being and the planet.
It’s Easy Being Green on Your San Francisco Vacation
The city teems with eco-friendly hotels, restaurants, spas and shops. Find out where right here.
Amusement Parks: Fun for Less
Slashed gate prices and online specials help families save big bucks at amusement parks this summer.
An Earth Day Party Guide
Celebrate Mother Nature at top Earth Day fetes and spring festivals around the world.
Top 10 U.S. Boutique Shopping Destinations
For those who like local, one-of-a-kind finds, here’s a list of the best boutique shopping cities in the U.S.
Top 10 Holiday Events for the Family
Start the holiday season with these fun top family activities including concerts for the kids, a train ride with Santa and chocolate-making demonstrations.
Make Your San Francisco Vacation Quirky
Take a detour from the hotspots and visit some offbeat San Francisco attractions, including a museum bar, a pirate store and a trapeze school.
See the World From a Kayak
Go where no other boats can. Plan your kayaking vacation with our expert tips on how to choose the right type of trip and find recommended tours.
Valentine’s Day Events to Remember
Sharpen your Cupid’s arrow and take your sweetheart to one of these annual love events held around the world.
Get Away to Get Hitched
Had it with wedding planning? Elope! Check out these destinations and packages that offer an alternative to Vegas.
San Francisco Outdoor Adventures: Hike, Bike and Kayak
Looking to get in an active workout while on your urban endeavor vacation to the Bay Area? You’ve found the right place.
Family-Friendly Neighborhoods of San Francisco
A local mom shares her favorite neighborhoods and joints for where to eat, shop and play like a native while on your San Francisco family vacation.
San Francisco Green Spaces
Escape the urban jungle and find plenty of places to relax and get back to nature in the City by the Bay.
Child’s Play: San Francisco’s Interactive Zeum
Art meets technology at this innovative museum offering kids and families engaging, interactive displays that bring out the creative child in visitors of all ages.
Fine Dining on the Fly
At some airports, you can bypass the fast-food feeding frenzy and enjoy a real meal at one of these 14 worthy eateries.
Satisfy Your Inner Foodie On a San Francisco Culinary Tour
Taste the magic of the Bay Area on a customized, behind-the-scenes tour of iconic food venues in San Francisco and beyond.
Top 5 Brewery Tours
Sip famous, handcrafted beers and learn how they’re made on brewery tours across the country.
Top U.S. Holiday Teas
Hotels around the country are gearing up for the holidays with select Christmas-themed teas for the entire family.
Holiday Hotel Packages
Shop with the Four Seasons San Francisco, get a Tango package at the Hilton Buenos Aires, ring in the New Year in St. Lucia and explore the Royal Yacht Britannia in Edinburgh.
Family Vacation Savings, Theme Park Passes, Free Gas Cards
Williamsburg theme park passes and hotel discount package, free Orlando and San Francisco hotel gas card offers, Bahamas Wyndham Nassau resort discount.
Hotel Packages in San Francisco, Greece, New York and Asheville
This week’s discounts are at San Francisco hotels, a free night’s stay in Santorini, a museum package in New York and passes to North Carolina attractions.
Family Deals: Disney, San Francisco, Beijing, New York
This week's specials range from an Orlando single-parent family deal to a package for the Beijing Olympics.
Affordable Yaycations: 8 Alternative Vacations
Can’t afford your dream trip this year? Try these bargain alternative vacations instead.
Discover the Streets of San Francisco
Bring these guidebooks—and some comfortable walking shoes—when you explore the diverse and hilly neighborhoods of San Francisco.
A Few of Our Favorite San Francisco Things
TravelMuse shares staff picks for our Bay Area home; announces new social trip planning tool and product upgrade!
