About San Francisco
San Francisco is one of Costa Rica's major cities, home to around 55,923 people.
Best time
Late spring and early autumn for pleasant temperatures
Weather
Diverse — temperate to subtropical
Experiences
Things to do in San Francisco
1
Golden Gate Bridge
2
Alcatraz Island (book ahead)
3
Fisherman's Wharf and Pier 39
4
Cable cars
5
Chinatown alleys
6
Painted Ladies at Alamo Square
7
Golden Gate Park
8
Day trip to Muir Woods or Napa
Budget travel
Free things to do in San Francisco
Golden Gate Bridge
Painted Ladies at Alamo Square
Golden Gate Park
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Suggested itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Golden Gate Bridge
- Visit Alcatraz Island (book ahead)
- Visit Fisherman's Wharf and Pier 39
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Cable cars
- Visit Chinatown alleys
- Visit Painted Ladies at Alamo Square
- 3
Day 3
More highlights
- Visit Golden Gate Park
- Visit Day trip to Muir Woods or Napa
Where to eat
Local favourites
- $
Tartine Bakery
Bakery · Mission bakery legend
- $$
Swan Oyster Depot
Seafood · Counter-only seafood institution since 1912
- $
La Taqueria
Mexican · Mission burrito locals defend fiercely
- $$$
Zuni Café
California · Roast chicken institution since 1979
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
- $$$$
Fairmont San Francisco
Nob Hill · Hilltop landmark since 1907
- $$$
Proper Hotel San Francisco
Mid-Market · Design hotel tourist favourite
- $$
Hotel Kabuki
Japantown · Japanese-inspired boutique
In pictures
San Francisco gallery
Keep exploring
