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What to do in Bay Area
Popular places to visit
Stanford University
Enjoy the student vibe around Stanford University, a top university in Palo Alto. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Golden Gate Bridge
Walk across one of the most photogenic bridges in the world for unrivalled views from both sides.
Pier 39
Sea lions are the star attraction at one of the liveliest piers on San Francisco’s historic waterfront.
Googleplex
After visiting Googleplex, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Mountain View. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Oracle Park
Whether or not you’re a baseball fan, this charming ballpark with outstanding views should be on your San Francisco sightseeing list.
Alcatraz Island
For three decades, desperate inmates dreamed of escaping this notorious prison; today’s fortunate visitors can come and go as they please!
Moscone Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Moscone Convention Center during your trip to San Francisco. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this vibrant area.
Golden Gate Park
This peaceful oasis in the heart of the city has been a favourite leisure haunt for locals and visitors alike since 1871.
San Francisco Bay
Explore the great outdoors at San Francisco Bay, a popular spot to commune with nature in San Francisco. Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.
Areas of Bay Area
Union Square
Known for its charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Union Square. Check out top attractions like Westin St Francis Hotel Glass Elevators and Union Square, and jump on the metro at Powell St & Geary Blvd Stop or Powell St & Post St Stop to see more of the city.
Downtown San Francisco
Known for its fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Downtown San Francisco. Top attractions like Chase Center and Warfield Theatre are major draws. Catch the metro at Market St & 5th St Stop or Market St & Taylor St Stop to see more of the city.
Fisherman's Wharf
Travellers love Fisherman's Wharf for its popular shops, and you can see more of San Francisco by jumping on the metro at Jones St and Beach St Stop or Jefferson St & Taylor St Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Pier 39 and Red and White Fleet at Pier 43 and a Half.
Downtown San Jose
Known for its fascinating museums and great live music, there's plenty to explore in Downtown San Jose. You can visit top attractions like San Pedro Square and St. Joseph Cathedral Basilica, and jump on the metro at Santa Clara Station or St James Station to see more of the city.
Nob Hill
Gourmet restaurants Chinatown and top sights from Grace Cathedral to SF Masonic Auditorium – discover Nob Hill, a destination also famous for its shopping.
South of Market
Gourmet restaurants great entertainment and top sights from Chase Center to San Francisco Mint – discover South of Market, a destination also famous for its shopping.
- Golden Gate Bridge
- Pier 39
- Oracle Park
- Alcatraz Island
- Moscone Convention Center
- Muir Woods National Monument
- Jack London Square
- Winchester Mystery House
- California's Great America
- Presidio of San Francisco
- San Jose Convention Center
- University of California
- Santa Clara Convention Center
- CSU San Jose State University
- Lombard Street
- Ferry Building
- Shoreline Amphitheatre
- Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Medical Center
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