Golden Gate Travel Guide
San Francisco





Visit Golden Gate
Popular places to visit

Golden Gate Park
This beloved park offers relaxation among trees, flowers and wildlife, right in San Francisco’s backyard.

California Academy of Sciences
This vast scientific institution is one of the world’s largest museums of natural history.

De Young Museum
This famous fine arts museum in Golden Gate Park was founded in the 19th century and boasts a collection dating back to the 1600s.

Outside Lands
Outside Lands is just one of the places to see in San Francisco, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?

Japanese Tea Garden
The oldest public Japanese garden in the United States is a place of peace and beauty nestled in Golden Gate Park.

San Francisco Botanical Garden
Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore San Francisco Botanical Garden, a lovely green space in San Francisco. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this vibrant area.
Things to do

Golden Gate Bay Cruise - Sail Around Alcatraz! (1-hour)

California Sunset Cruise (2-hours)

Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions

California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission

Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
Top hotels in Golden Gate

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
The hotel was near pier 39 for easy walking. The breakfast buffet was well organized especially for being busy The front staff was awesome, well trained to explain your bill The only thing I was disappointed with was the parking price was not on the website It was reasonable for the city but I would ...
Reviewed on 10 May 2026

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
The property is accessible to tourists area. The parking is securedWe Love it!
Reviewed on 10 May 2026

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
I will definitely stay here again
Reviewed on 10 May 2026

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Location was close to everything However parking was extremely high We paid $45 per day .. they provide coffee in the room and also downstairs Otherwise hotel was great
Reviewed on 10 May 2026

Handlery Union Square Hotel
Ac didn't work in our room and when we showered we realized the shampoo & conditioner were completely empty and had to call the front desk to refill them. Also didn't read that you have to pay for the valet parking which was almost half of what the room cost.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026

YOTEL San Francisco
Room was clean, food was just okay. However, the staff is not that approachable.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026

