San Francisco United States 7 Day Itinerary

San Francisco 7-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival & Exploring The City

  • Arrive at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
  • Check-in at Union Square’s Hotel Zoe, centrally located with easy access to public transportation.
  • Lunch at Tartine Bakery for some delicious sourdough sandwiches.
  • Visit the Cable Car Museum and ride a historic cable car (Powell-Hyde Line) for a classic San Francisco experience.
  • Dinner at Fisherman’s Wharf, try clam chowder in a sourdough bread bowl at Boudin Bakery.
  • Evening stroll along the pier and watch sea lions at Pier 39.

Day 2: Golden Gate Bridge & Park

  • Breakfast at The Mill, famous for its toast and coffee.
  • Visit Golden Gate Park (Hippie Hill, Japanese Tea Garden, Conservatory of Flowers).
  • Lunch at Gracias Madre for organic Mexican cuisine.
  • Afternoon trip to the iconic Golden Gate Bridge. Walk or bike across it if you dare!
  • Dinner at Anchor Oyster Bar, enjoy fresh seafood in the Marina District.

Day 3: Alcatraz Island & North Beach

  • Morning ferry ride to Alcatraz Island for a tour of the infamous prison.
  • Lunch in North Beach (Tony’s Seafood or Mama’s) and explore Little Italy.
  • Afternoon at Coit Tower with panoramic city views.
  • Dinner at Original Joe’s for some authentic Italian cuisine.

Day 4: Museum Day

  • Breakfast at Plow, a favorite spot in the Mission District.
  • Visit The de Young Museum or California Academy of Sciences in Golden Gate Park.
  • Lunch at Tacolicious (Mission location).
  • Afternoon at the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) or the Asian Art Museum.
  • Dinner at Rich Table for modern American cuisine.

Day 5: Chinatown & Mission District

  • Breakfast at Kaya, a vibrant spot in the Mission District.
  • Explore Chinatown and grant wish at Fortune Cookie Factory.
  • Lunch at China Live Marketplace or Roku Establishment for authentic Chinese dishes.
  • Afternoon visit to the colorful murals of Clarion Alley and Balmy Alley in the Mission District.
  • Dinner at La Taqueria, famous for its San Francisco-style burritos.

Day 6: Ferry to Sausalito & Muir Woods

  • Breakfast at Cafe du Soleil in North Beach or Wise Sons Jewish Delicatessen in the Mission District.
  • Ferry ride from Sausalito (Marin City Ferry Terminal) to Sausalito for a scenic morning.
  • Explore picturesque Sausalito and grab lunch at Sushi Ran.
  • Afternoon visit to Muir Woods National Monument, home to some of the oldest trees on Earth.
  • Dinner back in San Francisco at Foreign Cinema or Zuni Cafe.

Day 7: Farewell Brunch & Departure

  • Last chance to explore any missed spots and have a leisurely farewell brunch at The Magdalena or Mama’s on Washington Square.
  • Departure from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) with unforgettable memories of your trip!

Things to Know:

  • Be prepared for cool, foggy mornings and sunny afternoons.
  • Use the Muni system or Uber/Lyft for transportation.
  • Dress in layers and wear comfortable shoes.
  • Keep an eye out for street art, especially in the Mission District.
  • Don’t forget to try Ghirardelli Square chocolate!

Enjoy your San Francisco adventure!