What to do in South San Francisco, CA
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Cruises & boat tours
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Golden Gate Bay Cruise - Sail Around Alcatraz!
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San Francisco Hop-On Hop-Off Big Bus Tour
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Popular places to visit
Oracle Park
Whether or not you’re a baseball fan, this charming ballpark with outstanding views should be on your San Francisco sightseeing list.
Pier 39
This waterfront attraction offers thrilling rides, innovative street performers and colorful souvenir shops, but it’s the sea lions that win the day.
Golden Gate Park
This beloved park offers relaxation among trees, flowers and wildlife, right in San Francisco’s backyard.
Moscone Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Moscone Convention Center, a top convention centre in San Francisco. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this vibrant area.
Alcatraz Island
Escape to “The Rock,” home of the infamous and abandoned island prison, and discover how it earned a reputation as a cold and unforgiving place.
Presidio of San Francisco
Discover history, culture, open spaces, spectacular views and the Jedi Master Yoda at this former military base.
San Francisco Zoo
See the exotic and native animals who live at San Francisco Zoo during your travels in San Francisco. Discover the beautiful sunsets and shops in this vibrant area.
University of San Francisco
Walk around the campus at University of San Francisco during your stay in San Francisco. Discover the beautiful sunsets and shops in this vibrant area.
Lombard Street
Often incorrectly called the world’s crookedest street, this San Francisco roadway is an iconic spot to see, photograph and drive down.
Explore areas of South San Francisco
Oyster Point
While Oyster Point isn't home to many top sights, San Bruno Point Park and The Shops at Tanforan are some notable places to visit nearby.
The East Side
While visiting The East Side, you might make a stop by sights like San Francisco Bay and San Bruno Point Park.
Downtown South San Francisco
While there might not be top attractions in Downtown South San Francisco, you can explore the larger area and discover places like The Shops at Tanforan and San Bruno Point Park.
Paradise Valley
While Paradise Valley may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like San Bruno Point Park and The Shops at Tanforan.
Serra Highlands
Though Serra Highlands may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Serramonte Center and The Shops at Tanforan.
Avalon
Though Avalon may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like The Shops at Tanforan and Artichoke Joe's Casino.
- South San Francisco sightseeing tours & attractions
- Hotels near popular San Francisco Attractions
- Cities to visit near South San Francisco
- Oracle Park
- Pier 39
- Stanford University
- Golden Gate Bridge
- Golden Gate Park
- San Francisco Bay
- Alcatraz Island
- Muir Woods National Monument
- Presidio of San Francisco
- Jack London Square
- University of California
- Stanford University Medical Center
- San Francisco Zoo
- Union Square
- Ferry Building
- Ocean Beach
- Palace of Fine Arts
- California Academy of Sciences
- Oracle Arena
- Embarcadero Center