5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
best view is actually from Alcatraz
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Big Bus San Francisco Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour by Open-Top Bus
Activity duration is 1 day
8.6 out of 10 with 1471 reviews
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California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission
Activity duration is 23 hours and 59 minutes
8.6 out of 10 with 131 reviews
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Redwoods & Wine Country Escape to Sonoma & Napa with Optional Gourmet Lunch
Activity duration is 10 hours
9.4 out of 10 with 277 reviews
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San Francisco: Kids Thrill Zone Combo at PIER 39
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San Francisco: Alcatraz Night Tour with SF Bay Cruise
Activity duration is 4 hours
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5/5 - Excellent
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Ferry ride deon Oakland to SF is highly recommended to avoid the traffic on bay bridge.
5/5 - Excellent
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Bring a jacket and headband, its very windy and can get cold.
3/5 - Okay
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It's a big body of water
5/5 - Excellent
Bokahri
mesmerizing place
5/5 - Excellent
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Took the Cal Train. No other way to do it for sure. Went to Fisherman's Wharf. Got there too late for Alcatraz.
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Coyote Point Park
Surround yourself with inspiring nature, learn about the San Francisco Bay Area and meet its wild inhabitants in San Mateo’s sprawling waterfront park.
San Bruno Point Park
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San Francisco Baking Institute
Explore the campus of San Francisco Baking Institute during your visit to South San Francisco. Amble around this vibrant area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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Candlestick Point State Recreation Area
After visiting Candlestick Point State Recreation Area, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Francisco. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
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