24 Things to Do in San Francisco
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San Francisco is one of the most visited places in California and is on many people's bucket list to visit from around the world. The Bay Area city is a fantastic place to explore and even though I have been a dozen times already I still get excited to go back. Here are 24 of my favorite spots to visit in the city. Let me know what you want me to cover next in the comments.
Spots from this video:
1. Golden Gate Bridge
2. Alcatraz
3. Ferry Building
4. Rincon Park
5. Coit Tower
6. Cable Cars
7. Chinatown
8. Lombard Street
9. Fisherman's Wharf
10. Maritime National Historic Park
11. Ghirardelli Square
12. Palace of Fine Arts
13. Wave Organ
14. Presidio
15. Painted Ladies
16. Twin Peaks
17. Golden Gate Park
18. California Academy of Sciences
19. Lands End
20. Sutro Baths
21. Marshall's Beach
22. Fort Point
23. Point Bonita Lighthouse
24. Muir Woods
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Good video, now what other things are we able to do in San Francisco that aren't related to MILP's? Thanks for the content! 🙏🏼
Yes, this is so great! I wanted to ask if I can share this on my hotel page. I'm located in Pacifica and its the #1 question we get from the guest that come from all over the world. This would be great to share. I did message on FB as well.
never watch itagainst!!!
California Through My Lens dude u livin good
Thing about organ wave thing amazing
Born and raised here in SF so here is my local tip. Use one of the many bike shares that this city has to offer. You can start at the Ferry Building with some lunch. Afterwards, you have a 5 minute bike ride to Pier 39. From Pier 39, you can walk around the rest of Fisherman's wharf then walk to Ghiradelli Square. From Pier 39 to Ghiradelli is about 5 blocks so its a very short walk. From Ghiradelli, grab a bike again and ride down to and along the Marina all the way to the Palace of Fine Arts, which is probably about a 15 minute bike ride. Take a walk around there then get back on the bikes and take another 10 minute ride along Crissy Fields and end up at Fort Pointe to take in the views of the Golden Gate Bridge from below. With a snack in between and just wandering those parts of the city, this could take up an entire day. Take a short ride back to Chestnut Street to grab some dinner at the many restaurants and drinks at the many bars and its a day.
On another day, Golden Gate Park and the Painted Ladies (Alamo Square) are very close to each other as well. Its not quite walking distance (12 long blocks) but a bike would come in handy here as well. If you go to Golden Gate Park on the weekends, the main parts are closed off to cars so it makes biking much easier. Hit the Conservatory of Flowers then the Academy of Sciences. If its getting close to dinner time, take the short walk over to 9th and Irving Street. Park Chow is my favorite in that area and Pacific Catch is on the same block.
Planning a visit?
Born and raised saint Lucs hospital 96 😊
I was born a few blocks away at SF General.
Thanks for share that
You are on crack!
I've lived in the Bay Area my whole life and haven't done most of this stuff lol. I'm such a good tourist in other cities, just not at home.
That's usually how locals are with their cities lol. I'm a Boston native and I refuse to be a tourist here because I live, work and shop here lol. We're used to our cities so we take them for granted.
I'm the same way I living Santa Monica California I have not been to the pier since 2004 haven't been to Hollywood since 2008
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I'm a San Francisco native and more than half i have been. People think San Francisco is nasty and horrible from the homeless, but they don't see the true life of the city and one place I love the most is going to Union square during December its beautiful!!!
No matter what I receive here in pittsburg I still miss San Francisco I grew up in San Francisco and later when my family and I moved to pittsburg because houses here are cheaper I wont forget San Francisco
Thank you. I hate that they single out SF, considering ALL big cities deal with homelessness. There's far more to this amazing city and you're right: Union Square in December=pure magic.
Love SF!
Will be my first time going next week and i'm staying around Union Square, what do you recommend seeing/doing?
If you enjoy homeless people cursing at you. Union Square is the place.
@@Kaneda0015 that describes any major city across the States.
There's far more to a location (shopping, dining, being near historical & eclectic tourist spots, friendly community for example) than homelessness, not to mention studies show the homeless are far more likely to be victims of crime than actually break the law.
Also, just an FYI: non-homeless people, like myself (and probably you), curse all the time. Get over it ;)
San Francisco is my favorite city in America
I live in sf and I haven't been to half of these places
Dam
Life in Germany and was at the half of this places😂
Clapped Kevin Thanks for letting us know how you relate.
Veena Singh - Keller Williams Consultants Realty stfu
Clapped Kevin me too 😜
SERIOUS CABLE CAR TIP (from a life long local)
Step 1: Get your ticket from the vending machine.
Step 2: FORGET THE LINE AT THE TURNABOUT. The cable car operators do NOT fill up the car all the way at the turnaround. If they did, the system would be useless as public transportation for anyone who lives here. SO, take advantage of that and walk a few (4 or 5) blocks up the street and just catch the cable car on a corner. You'll be on the outside part (the best part) and no waiting in line.
Near union square...I think
Walk up to post or sutter
I work for MUNI and will hopefully be a cable car operator soon... Powell line I always catch at post or sutter but if you really want to ride the cable car with no lines take the California st line you can catch it at Market and Drumm. Ride it to Van Ness and back.
As a Tourist that made in to san Francisco two times: thats Absolute,y right
Grady Broyles Thanks for the Tip👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
I love too much San Francisco ❤ I stayed there 7 year's ago...I hope a day will see again this wonderful City!!!! From Italy 🇮🇹 with all my love 💓💘❤ to S.F.
! SAN. FRANCISCO , WONDERFUL CITY. !. THANKS. FORO VIDEO. !..! FROM. CHILE . GREETINS. !*****......!.....
I just got back from San Francisco and after watching this, I can't wait to go again! Thanks for sharing!!!
Seems like a lovely place despite some of the comments here.
ALCATRAZ BLEW ME AWAY!!! Worth a full day, took tour 20 years ago and still remember every moment.
Agreed, I was very hesitant the first time I went but I really enjoyed it!
Watch out for the criminals at pier 39 west,,, the shell con game,, be careful their thieves all six of them,,, don't waste your hard money..mr jackson the thief will steal it without c question,, don't eve look at him he's a bad criminal...
I was there this summer and enjoyed it so much
I took it in 2012
My favorite part of Alcatraz is the little greenhouse on the west cliff.
Something I used to do while living in SF is go up this street next to a cheap hotel called Golden Eagle Motel (I believe) and you'll come across a set of stairs that lead to these apartment complexes. In front of the stairs there's some benches. I used to always sit there during the night. Especially around Christmas. And you'll get a great view of the Golden Gate bridge (and its lights if you go on Christmas). Not a lot of people go there. It was my get away from all the chaotic, noisy parts of SF. It's pretty quiet there besides the cars that sometimes pass by. You can even buy some pizza nearby or whatever you wanna eat.
Sounds like a cool spot!
Address please?
Might be a reference to the Filbert Stairs/Steps, near Coit Tower.
@@Joeeydirt338 jeesh talk about super later reply lol. I found the address. Well not exact, but the street.
1098 Montgomery St.
San Francisco, CA
I haven't been there in years, so I can't promise everything will be just as it once was when I used to visit. But I would definitely recommend checking it out when you do get the chance. It's better to go at night and like I said in my original comment: during Christmas when the lights are up.
@@InternationalSpaceForce thanks!
I love how you pronounced every word distinctively and not mingle them together. You should be in the broadcasting industry with a unique way of telling stories.
I live in SF and I've been to like all of these places except for 2. I also highly recommend the Japanese Tea Garden, North Beach, and the Presidio
He missed:
Downtown sf
&
Japantown
The only thing I hate about downtown SF is the homeless people
@Fumontaindew2012 like yesterday I saw someone punching his own backpack aggressively for whatever reason
@Fumontaindew2012 they do they city needs to act now
Sf zoo
Fumontaindew2012 yeah, instead of pushing them out or gentrifying a whole neighborhood. The 30 homeless shelters aren’t doing much. They need rehab centers for cheap for folks who are using drugs constantly, veterans, and people who couldn’t keep up with the inflation of rent
I love locals who showcase their own treasures .beautiful scenery , beautiful natures and artifacts and the rest you can show throughout your country. Love it .no need to travel the world instead stay home and show to the world.
The Painted Ladies have been an iconic image of San Francisco long long before that 1990's television show you mentions. Glad you included the Wave Organ - I loved to just sit and relax there when I lived in SF.
I lived in the city for six years and again, learned more from watching this video. Can’t wait to go back and check it out! Thank you!
I have been visiting the Haight-Ashbury district, Market Street, Golden Gate Park, Richmond District and the Financial District quite frequently these past few months, and haven't seen ONE needle or human waste on the floor. Some people (many who haven't even been to SF or visited the past few years) are GREATLY over exaggerating about the issue like 90% of the time you're gonna see a needle or human waste randomly lying around somewhere. Every time I visit SF, it's a pleasant experience for the most part. I hope the homelessness/drug crisis gets worked out soon though, as SF it too beautiful of a city to have that reputation as a whole. With that being said, MOST of SF is not what some people (news media) is painting it out to be, and this is all from PERSONAL EXPERIENCE. I've visited quite a few big cities in my lifetime, and San Francisco is still one of my favorites.
Then venture out in the city a little further. It is all over.
Nikki Best all over??? My god lmao. If that’s the case, don’t you think everyone who works or lives in SF would’ve left by now?! Lol. I literally was just in SF two days ago in the Portola neighborhood and Russian Hill two weekends ago, and it was spotless (again, REAL LIFE experience). And where’s “further” exactly?? Which neighborhood/district are you talking about?? Name them. That’s exactly what I’m saying..people either over exaggerating the issue or simply making fictional things up lol
Great points Joseph!
Thank you! I find the majority of SF to be very safe and clean and I go there all the time. Sure, downtown/the tenderloin/a few other areas can get sketchy at points, but everywhere else ESPECIALLY the neighborhoods around Golden Gate Park are absolutely amazing. I've seen poop once and only once. Don't think I've ever seen a needle 🤷. The city definitely has plenty of issues and is far from perfect, but everyone hating on it is a bit misguided I think.
Managed to visit a few times and loved every one of them.
There are places where you feel 'at home' no matter where that's supposed to be and for me San Francisco is one of them.
Sutros baths is such a beautiful place I love watching the sunset there
I am a native San Franciscan. I applaude you for doing a great job!
Marin headlands has my favorite view in the world. What a glaring omission!
The Golden Gate Bridge is sensational.... and #alcatraz is such a sight... great tips in this video!
Worked there for 3 months back in the 1990s; the most breathtaking city by far than all I've seen.
As someone who lives in sf, I often forget it’s a big tourist attraction.
The more you travel the more you'll appreciate San Francisco
I visited SF for 6 days I believe in 2015 October and wow what a city to fell in love. And I almost visited all of your spots. I can’t wait to go back again and see the rest!!!
Great list! I'm an SF resident and visit all of these places often!
There are many more of course but your list is awesome!
Anyone going to China Town: connected is North Beach. Italian neighborhood, great shops, bars and restaurants.
Lands End is always a treat to visit! Sleeper spot on this list, glad you included it.
When I was born in 1950 I lived in the Lime Point lighthouse under the north end of the Golden Gate Bridge. My only claim to fame. A lot of good memories of SF in this video. Thank you! Cheers
*Awesome views of Golden Gate...and San Francisco.*
I'm confident this is the only guide I need to explore SF. You're amazing.
I love getting this in my feed 4 days after getting back from san francisco
Did a great many of these things on my vacation to SF in 2019. Yes, some rough areas, but the bright spots are bright. Many wonderful experiences and iconic images that I will keep in my memories. The best vacation I ever had in my life. I was planning to sketch out a part 2 for East Bay, maybe even Napa Valley, but.....you know....
I live in San Francisco and I have lived here my whole life. God I love my hometown
What about all the homeless encampments and all the poop on the streets and all the needles laying around
@@onlyeasydaywasyesterday that's not true at all yeah homeless but not poop u idiot
theonlyeasyday wasyesterday it’s not what media seems to put. It’s over exaggerated and one small part of the city that experiences these problems that is mistaken for the whole city
San Franshitsco LOL!
@@onlyeasydaywasyesterday The encampments exists but they aren't blanketed throughout the city. It's the same with the poop and needles on the streets. You would really be foolish to think that way. It doesn't affect me but the biggest problem in SF is the lack of affordable housing.
"You can change dollars into quarters"
Taxes been doing that to me for years.
We just moved to the SF Bay Area and can't wait to do some exploring. Thank you for all the great ideas and recommendations!
2 months back I was there in SFO.. I have visited more than 15 places in just 2 visits to US.. nice video.. a lot of good memories.. Love SFO from India.. 🇮🇳 🇺🇸
I appreciate how the edits are not too stylized. Thanks for presenting the visuals, the way they are- not color manipulated.
What about the Exploratorium, SOMA, the SF Symphony,ballet, and opera? What about the Mission, Castro, Haight-Ashbury and North Beach?
Matt Chikudo Moore the real San Francisco
Why would you subject anyone to those places?
I was thinking about the same... He missed the most important stuff in SF. I'm very disappointed.
@@BlueLighteningGojo I know you are trolling me but OOOOHHHH DAMN IT IS WORKING.
Evan Alexander Who says I’m trolling?
I’ve lived in SF all my life and this is a great summary of places to visit in SF. Great job!
This is a very charming city and easy to get to, I hope I can return to visit sometime in the future when all this is over. Seeing and sharing places like this is why I love traveling and make videos so much!
I’ve lived here nearly 15 years and I’ve only done a few of these things. Thanks for sharing.
I’ve lived here my whole life, and I’ve seen most of these places. I’ve never wondered how many people want to see this place.. and not many people who live here appreciate it..
California is one of the best State in United States of America!
You guys did a great job! I loved the Big Sur video. Thank you for sharing some wonderful stops! You are the best
Thank you so much for this beautiful video! I have been to SF two times so far, and after seeing your video I really want to go there again now.
Your videos are awesome!
Straight to the point, and I love how much info you give in so little time. Respect!
Thank you! I try to get in as much as I can in a short period of time!
Thank u very much for sharing this video...now I know all those beautiful places in San Francisco...keep vlogging
I'm going to SF for the first time in three weeks and I really enjoyed this video! I'm adding over half of these things to my itinerary!
Great job! We really enjoy your videos, beautiful execution, inspirational narration. Keep up the good work! You keep making 'em, we'll keep watchin'.
Straight to the point, and I love how much info you give in so little time.
I am so glad to see there is just so much to do even when living close by and having done so many things on this list! There is always something lovely to discover :D
I will never forget my trip to San Francisco or Alcatraz, I can definitely say I loved it would definitely go again if I could
One thing to do there. Walk around. The rest will take care of itself. =) Great vid!
@Michael Corleone ah keeps you in touch with raw Humanity, Don
Yah no don't do that. Just don't take my word for it and don't do that.
Love it, being in San Francisco and visit like 10 places you mentioned need to go back for the trails and museums. Thanks for explaining so good, love your videos.
September is the best moth to visit San Francisco. It’s warm and sunny.
Been to San Francisco a few years ago its a very interesting place. So many things to see and do. Enjoyed the rides on the cable cars and also the food the clam chowder is absolutely delicious.
This is a superb video!! Extremely informative and highlights so many great SF spots!! Thank you!
Very nice history of San Francisco, and Golden Gate. Very good
As always, super great video and very helpful. Josh, you're my first stop for researching any trips here in the golden state. thank you!!!
Very nice seeing the great bridhe.
Fantastic shooting of SF bridge
Great job.
Thank You, this was right on time. Making plans to go there during the Summer months.
Great video! I'm visiting my husband, who is currently staying in SoMa, and we only have 3 full days together. This video was very helpful as we now have some amazing options. We've both been before, but not together, so we're excited to visit as many of the places on your vid as possible. Cheers!
Thank you for this!!! Although we’ve visited San Francisco multiple times there’s at least 6 things on your list I was not aware of. This just means we’ll have to back again! And soon!!!
My sister lived in San Francisco for many years. Even after visiting for decades, there were still 5 on your list that I haven't seen. Thanks for sharing! I'd add: The Exploratorium & The SF MOMA.
Thank you kindly for this guide. I am visiting SF, from the UK hopefully in the summer of 2019 and it is always great to experience new locations that aren't commonly talked about in tour guides like the Maritime museaum, Ghirardelli Sqr and Muir Woods. I can't wait.
No problem, have fun when you come explore!
We so look forward to welcoming you to San Francisco. But the things you mentioned are not new. Lol! Once you get here there are free newspapers that will let you know what's going on in this city as far as shows, restaurants events Etc. They are in newspaper boxes all over the city. They are called The Guardian and SF Weekly. Enjoy!
This video was most excellent, and the music was appropriately chill!
hope you get to visit my channel also
I really like Union Square, the birds like it there too. Theres a huge Christmas tree put up during the holiday season that makes it an amazing stop.
Totally enjoyed this video, I have visited many of those places but then others you mentioned I was clueless about! Thank you! I love being a Californian!!
At first I was ready to condemn this video for only showcasing extremely touristy spots, but as it went on, I began to appreciate the selections more- Musee Mechanique, Maritime Museum, Presidio, Land's End, Golden Gate Park (the Acadmeny of Science)... Muir Woods. Though all these spots attract tourists, they were showcased well. What I really appreciate about this video was that it wasn't just a bunch of stock footage, it appeared to actually be original content... all that considered: well done! (Thank you for not putting Pier 39 on the list.)
Let people enjoy things
I mean he kind of did put pier 39 on there.. Fisherman’s Wharf’s biggest attraction is pier 39 and it’s in a couple shots
@@dylanarceneaux NOBODY who lives in SF goes to Fisherman's Wharf. If you suggested going there people would look at you like you're nuts.
Good points NorCal!
Land's end was one of my favorite places when I use to live there❤😭
I do plan to visit San Francisco soon and these highlights of 24 places to visit was a great help to narrow down what I can expect to see for my first visit. Thank you.
Awesome stuff. Can’t wait to be there soon!
Also, the Vista point on the immediate north end of the GG Bridge is great for tourists or locals, and the visitor center on the immediate south end has good food and great views. The entire city just has so much to offer, you could probably list 100 other things.
Wow... Great video with lots of places to visit. I wish this video was around in 2017 when I went there. I only visited a handful of places. Very diverse city. People of all nationalities.
Going to SAN Francisco in the winter holiday. Very exited since my brother is studying there.
Can't wait to go back this beautiful city 😭😍😍
So this is a really good overview of touristy things to do. But to really experience city I would recommend: a stroll down Valencia street, an afternoon (if the weather is lovely) in dolores park. & mission Dolores is a place I visit regularly & is usually the first place I take visitors. One great thing about this city is that there are an infinite number of cool things to do.
Thank you for your great videos. I lived in SoCal on and off for 13 years (NY Native here) and I'm taking my husband to Northern CA this fall. I love the east coast but this winter has convinced me that maybe I should consider going back to California. But I've never been up north so we have flights booked to visit San Francisco, Sacramento and the Wine region this September. I'm looking forward to our trip and your videos are very helpful.
I am in love with this city! It is an amazing hiking city and the food! Yummy! Miss it so much!!!!!!
SF is the place to be! thanks for the share! can wait to travel back there!
This was an amazing video! I have watched so many videos for my upcoming trip and it seems like everyone has the exact same top 5 or 10 things to do - so thank you for adding variety & the videography is perfect!
Nice video and a lot of helpful info I got from it. I really wanted to explore San Francisco. Your list is a big help.👍
I AM A EAST BAY NATIVE, HAVE SEEN YOUR VISIT SPOTS MANY TIMES... OCEAN BEACH IS THE BEST PLACE. NICE TO WATCH.....
The castle is amazing.
I'm so happy to see these places! I haven't been there though my family is living in SF. Hope to see these places you showed someday!
Make sure to go and walk the streets of the Tenderloin. You’ll see lots of cool stuff.
Don't forget beautiful SOMA right below The TL.
Yea. like a lot of bums and drunks
Mustapha f u
Mustapha you are so insincetive
Make sure to wear open toed shoes without socks, or better yet, go barefoot in shorts and a tank top with no hat.
Awesome! Thank you for sharing!
Yes!!! I been to most of this places! Also Japan Town & Dolores Park Aré a must..
I absolutely love your videos because they are full of useful information for people like me who like to travel. Short, sweet and highly useful. Thank you!
Your video's are just outstanding, thank you so much for sharing them.
Thanks for all the support Gary, I appreciate it!
What a treat!!! Perfect for our upcoming trip there. You are the man. Thanx from Sweden.
Thank you for this video!! Now i can prepare my next week in SF from France
I really enjoy your video. Thank you for showing how beautiful San Francisco is.
Blessed to have been to all these great locations multiple times. =)
Another great video Josh! Thanx for letting us know about all these great spots to visit. I’ll definetely check then out when covid’s gone!
Great video and recommendations. SF was not on my list to do but after watching your video, all the sudden I feel like making a trip to SF.
You picked some really great ones, but you missed 3 of my favorite: Angel Island, The Crepe Cafe, and the Fire Engine Tours.
This is really well done! Thank you!
Great video! Going to SF in 2 weeks and now i can't wait to explorer some of the things on your list!