Where to take visiting family in San Francisco

Lincoln Park

Lands End Lookout

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

Central Waterfront

The Midway

Fisherman's Wharf

PIER 39

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

Yerba Buena

111 Minna Gallery and Event Space

SoMa gallery for up-and-coming artists that morphs into an after-hours venue for parties & events.

Potrero Hill

Bottom of the Hill

From indie rock to hip-hop, this popular club offers a range of live music, plus outdoor seating.

Mission District

The Chapel

Converted ex-chapel featuring a 40-ft. arched ceiling, bar & a wide variety of live-music acts.

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.

Civic Center

Oakland Museum of California

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

China Basin

ROOFTOP 25

Dim lighting sets the mood at this trendy spot with exposed-wood beams & creative American cuisine.

Yerba Buena

Dirty Habit

Restaurant & lounge serving New American cuisine & creative cocktails in a luxe, high-design space.

India Basin

Archimedes Banya

Nob Hill

Top of the Mark

Iconic high-end cocktail bar on top of the Mark Hopkins Hotel, with 360-degree views of the city.

Tenderloin

Charmaine’s

A rooftop cocktail lounge & kitchen with highbrow bar bites, drinks by the Bon Vivants & city views.

Yerba Buena

Pied Piper

Elegant, wood-paneled restaurant in the Palace Hotel serving specialty cocktails & American fare.

Food & Drink

RH Rooftop Restaurant at RH Marin

Chic, glass-enclosed venue with elevated American cuisine, a robust wine list & Corte Madera views.

Lower Nob Hill

620 Jones

A spacious heated outdoor terrace helps make this cocktail bar a bustling spot for drinks & food.

Arts & Culture

Alcatraz Island

Notorious prison & once home to Al Capone, now a museum with an audio tour, accessible by ferry.

Yerba Buena

The View Lounge

Massive arched windows showcase city views at this posh lounge serving cocktails & small plates.

Arts & Culture

Stonebrae Country Club

Stonebrae Country Club is suitable for a golf outing, special meal, or event. Plan for a half-day visit and expect to spend a few hundred dollars per person for activities and dining.

Lakeshore

TPC Harding Park

Spend a morning or afternoon playing golf at this public course with scenic views. Expect a round to last about 4 hours and cost $100-350 per person, depending on resident status and tee time.

Sports & Recreation

Diablo Creek Golf Course

Diablo Creek Golf Course is suitable for a 3-4 hour solo or group golf outing, including 18 holes, practice at the driving range, and a casual meal. Expect to spend $30-$80 per person for greens fees.

Lincoln Park

Lincoln Park Golf Course

Spend a few hours playing a round of golf with views of the Golden Gate Bridge. This is a good solo activity or outing with friends, costing around $35-75 per person for greens fees. It pairs well with a picnic or a meal at a nearby casual spot afterward.

Diablo Shadows

Boundary Oak Golf Course

Boundary Oak Golf Course is suitable for a 4-hour sports outing, potentially paired with a meal afterwards. Expect to spend $50-150 per person for a round of golf.