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How to Visit San Francisco

Chiara Bradshaw
· · Updated Feb 11, 2026 · 2 min read
San Francisco is a city designed to be visited. With excellent transportation" class="auto-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener">public transportation and visitor passes offering reduced rates, it is ideal for the budget-minded traveler.

Home to some of the world's most famous landmarks as well as many other cultural and historical sites there is plenty to see and do in the city by the bay.

 

6 Steps To Visit San Francisco

How to Visit San Francisco

 

1. Begin Your Tour Of San Francisco At The Famed Fisherman's Wharf

Here visitors can look at one of the country's best preserved historical downtown's. The best part of this attraction is that it is absolutely free.

 

2. Move On To Ghirardelli Square, Home To Some Of The World's Best Chocolate

Treat yourself to a decadent sundae at the Ghirardelli Ice Cream and Chocolate Shop.

 

3. Visit The İnfamous Prison, Alcatraz

Save yourself time in line by ordering tickets online.

 

4. Walk Down America's Most Crooked Street, Lombard Street

From the top of the street snap some photos of the great view.

 

5. Explore San Francisco's Famed China Town And Dine At One Of The Hundreds Of Restaurants Located There, İncluding Chef Hungs On Clay Street And The Hang Ah Tea Room At Pagoda Place

 

6. Drive Or Walk Across The Famous San Francisco Landmark, The Golden Gate Bridge

Enjoy the views from the visitor center on the San Francisco end.

 

Tips and Warnings Purchase a city pass, which gives discounts on many of the most popular attractions" class="auto-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener">tourist attractions throughout the Bay area.
 

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Chiara Bradshaw

Chiara Bradshaw has been writing for a variety of professional, educational and entertainment publications for more than 12 years. Chiara holds a Bachelor of Arts in art therapy and behavioral science from Mount Mary College in Milwaukee.

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