When it comes to the best things to do in San Francisco, the city that’s only seven square miles in size (smaller than Brooklyn), this ever-evolving mini metropolis never takes its foot off the gas. Cutting-edge innovation, postcard scenery, historic charm, and independent spirit are all weaved into a tapestry of hilly neighborhoods, criss-crossed by clanging cable cars and hugged on three sides by the mighty Pacific Ocean and San Francisco Bay. With 28 Michelin-star kitchens (and thousands more incredible restaurants), world-class museums, abundant green spaces, and even a National Park within its city limits, San Francisco’s call to adventure is the real deal.
The City is one that ticks all the boxes for travelers looking for culture, cuisine, and a healthy dose of fresh air—all packed into one compact, yet cosmopolitan, destination. Keep an eye out for Karl the Fog (yes, San Franciscans have named their most famous weather pattern), who creeps in when you least expect him to blanket the cool city—but mostly with that anything-is-possible vibe residents have adored since the city’s Gold Rush era. These are the best things to do in San Francisco.
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