Things to do in San Francisco

Planning questions about San Francisco

What are the best things to do in San Francisco?

Small Group Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Day Trip from San Francisco is the highest ranked experience in San Francisco, scoring 95 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking from 4,195 traveler reviews. Golden Gate Bridge Muir Woods Sausalito with Optional Alcatraz, Chinatown, North Beach, Little Italy: 7 Tastings & History, Painted Ladies San Francisco City Tour, Vantigo - The Original San Francisco VW Bus Tour round out the top five. Outty ranks 970 bookable experiences in San Francisco, United States, and 9 of them score 90 or above.

Which attractions should I visit in San Francisco?

The landmarks with the deepest choice of tours and tickets are Golden Gate Bridge, Fisherman's Wharf, Palace of Fine Arts, San Francisco Chinatown, Lombard Street, Alcatraz. Each has its own page on Outty listing every ranked way to visit, from timed entry tickets to guided and combination tours.

How much do activities in San Francisco cost?

The median price across everything we rank in San Francisco is $99 per person, and the cheapest starting price is $20 on San Francisco Golden Gate Bridge Bike or Electric Bike Rental. Guided, small-group and skip-the-line versions sit above the median, and peak weekends price higher than midweek mornings.

Can I book something in San Francisco for today?

Yes. 120 of the top 120 experiences we rank in San Francisco currently show same-day availability. Same-day slots are limited, so book early in the day where you can.

Is San Francisco good for families?

Yes. 22 of the experiences we rank in San Francisco are family friendly, covering short, low-cost activities as well as full-day outings. Check the minimum age on each experience page before booking.

How many days do you need in San Francisco?

Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting: one anchor experience each morning, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

When is the best time to visit San Francisco?

September and October, the city's real summer, once the fog season breaks. Prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

Can I cancel a booking in San Francisco?

113 of the 120 experiences we rank in San Francisco offer free cancellation, usually up to 24 hours before the start time. The exact window is shown on each experience page before you book.

How does the Outty Ranking work?

Every experience in San Francisco gets a single 0 to 100 score built from traveler sentiment, the depth of review evidence, recent booking momentum, price fairness against comparable options in the same city, operator standing and cancellation flexibility. Scores are benchmarked within San Francisco so a strong local option is not buried by global volume, and anything at 90 or above joins the Outty 90+ Club.