10 Days in San Francisco: A Journey of Sights and Delights

maria morales

1 Oct 2023

Embark on a 10-day adventure in San Francisco, exploring iconic landmarks, indulging in delicious breakfast spots, and immersing yourself in the vibrant culture of the city by the bay.

Trip to San Francisco

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

$32

$ 22

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$32

11 - 16 min

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Known for being a popular surfing locale, this crescent-shaped beach also offers trails & restrooms.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

19 - 23 min

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Creative, community-driven mosaic featuring a flowing sea to stars design up a 163-step stairway.

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

14 - 17 min

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Historical row of Victorian houses well-known for appearances on movies, TV shows & postcards.

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

Day 2

$60

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$60

16 - 24 min

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

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

Day 3

$175

$ 11

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$28

9 - 14 min

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This Greco-Roman palace & architectural attraction hosts an ever-changing roster of performing arts.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

14 - 17 min

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Aquarium with creatures from local waters, including otters, sharks & jellyfish, plus a touch tank.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$146

Day 4

$48

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$48

2 - 3 min

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Antique cable cars on exhibit in the historic building that houses the cable-pulling equipment.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

7 - 10 min

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A North Beach standby, this 3-level shop with Beat-era roots stocks art, poetry & mainstream books.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

6 - 9 min

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

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

Day 5

$85

$ 22

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$40

8 - 11 min

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Popular gardens with a Japanese teahouse & narrow paths winding past koi ponds, pagodas & a bridge.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$45

22 - 27 min

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Iconic chocolatier selling chocolate gifts galore, including chocolate squares, bars & baskets.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

7 - 9 min

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

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Day 6

$44

$ 22

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$44

7 - 9 min

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Famed 4,200 ft art deco suspension bridge open to car, bike & foot traffic.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

27 - 33 min

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Vendors sell produce, cheese, coffee, candy & prepared food in this soaring, restored 1898 space.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

Day 7

$36

$ 11

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$36

18 - 22 min

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

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

Day 8

$135

$ 11

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$60

11 - 14 min

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Scenic, forested park featuring giant redwood trees, long hiking trails, a visitor center & more.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$75

Day 9

$48

$ 22

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$48

22 - 27 min

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Stretch of coastal basalt headland & habitat for bobcats, coyote, deer & abundant birdlife.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

58 - 70 min

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This scenic park features a biking trail, plus areas for picnicking, swimming & water sports.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 10

$52

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$52

7 - 10 min

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Home to the San Francisco Giants, this ballpark with bay views offers tours & hosts special events.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $836 In total

Activities & Food:$715

Transport:$121