Adventures in San Francisco

Lincoln Park

Lands End Lookout

Waterfront hiking through wildflowers, with shipwreck views & access to the Sutro Baths ruins.

Golden Gate Park

San Francisco Botanical Garden

55 acres of serene gardens showcasing diverse plants from around the world & a magnolia collection.

Mission Dolores

Mission Dolores Park

Locals of all ages gather at this outdoor hot spot for picnics & people-watching.

Pacific Heights

Lafayette Park

Puppies & picnickers pack this hilltop park, which includes a playground & tennis courts.

Fisherman's Wharf

PIER 39

Bustling bayside pier featuring scenic views, sea lion sightings, eateries, shops & entertainment.

Russian Hill

Ina Coolbrith Park

This pint-sized, unassuming tract features a steep path & views of the city & bay.

Alamo Square

Alamo Square Park

Green space with a playground, tennis court & views of the city's iconic painted Victorian houses.

Buena Vista

Buena Vista Park

Verdant, 36-acre park featuring trails, live oak groves, San Francisco city vistas & more.

Outdoors

Golden Gate National Recreation Area

Coastal urban park with historic sites & activities from bicycling to hiking to water sports.

Corona Heights

Corona Heights Park

Bustling, hilly park featuring hiking trails & sweeping, scenic city vistas.

Russian Hill

Francisco Park

Small park at the top of Russian Hill (& former gravesite of Russian sailors) offering city views.

Presidio of San Francisco

Crissy Field

Grass field & sandy beach offering trails, a restored marsh & picturesque views of the Golden Gate.

Pacific Heights

Alta Plaza Park

Park with a playground, tennis courts & a grand staircase that leads to panoramic views of the city.

Lower Pacific Heights

Boom Boom Room

Revelers pack this veteran club's dance floor for live funk, jazz & blues sets by top musicians.

Central Waterfront

Crane Cove Park

Reclaimed area in a former shipyard, with a small beach for water sports & views of passing boats.

Civic Center

Oakland Museum of California

Artifacts & interactive displays in a modern building focusing on state art, history & science.

Golden Gate Park

Golden Gate Park

The city's 1,017-acre oasis draws hikers, bikers, art lovers & music fans, plus gardens & museums.

SoMa

Salesforce Park

Gondola access to an urban rooftop garden with trees, flowers & play equipment, plus a cafe terrace.

Telegraph Hill

Pioneer Park

Celebrated hilltop park featuring panoramic city & bay views, the famous Coit Tower & a gift shop.

Yerba Buena

Yerba Buena Gardens

Several gardens share space with dramatic outdoor public art pieces, including a memorial waterfall.

North Beach

Washington Square

Historic park with a lawn the size of a city block, featuring festivals & free movie nights.

India Basin

Archimedes Banya

Union Square

Tunnel Top Lounge and Bar

Intimate 2-story bar atop the Stockton tunnel, with funky beer-bottle decor & rotating DJ nights.

Mission Bay

Mission Bay Kids Park

Interactive play zones, climbing structures & sandboxes in a modern kids' park with picnic benches.