24 Things to Do in San Francisco 

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Born and raised here in SF so here is my local tip. Use one of the many bike shares that this city has to offer. You can start at the Ferry Building with some lunch. Afterwards, you have a 5 minute bike ride to Pier 39. From Pier 39, you can walk around the rest of Fisherman's wharf then walk to Ghiradelli Square. From Pier 39 to Ghiradelli is about 5 blocks so its a very short walk. From Ghiradelli, grab a bike again and ride down to and along the Marina all the way to the Palace of Fine Arts, which is probably about a 15 minute bike ride. Take a walk around there then get back on the bikes and take another 10 minute ride along Crissy Fields and end up at Fort Pointe to take in the views of the Golden Gate Bridge from below. With a snack in between and just wandering those parts of the city, this could take up an entire day. Take a short ride back to Chestnut Street to grab some dinner at the many restaurants and drinks at the many bars and its a day. On another day, Golden Gate Park and the Painted Ladies (Alamo Square) are very close to each other as well. Its not quite walking distance (12 long blocks) but a bike would come in handy here as well. If you go to Golden Gate Park on the weekends, the main parts are closed off to cars so it makes biking much easier. Hit the Conservatory of Flowers then the Academy of Sciences. If its getting close to dinner time, take the short walk over to 9th and Irving Street. Park Chow is my favorite in that area and Pacific Catch is on the same block.

I live in sf and I haven't been to half of these places

I'm a San Francisco native and more than half i have been. People think San Francisco is nasty and horrible from the homeless, but they don't see the true life of the city and one place I love the most is going to Union square during December its beautiful!!!

I just got back from San Francisco and after watching this, I can't wait to go again! Thanks for sharing!!!

I've lived in the Bay Area my whole life and haven't done most of this stuff lol. I'm such a good tourist in other cities, just not at home.

ALCATRAZ BLEW ME AWAY!!! Worth a full day, took tour 20 years ago and still remember every moment.

I love too much San Francisco ❤ I stayed there 7 year's ago...I hope a day will see again this wonderful City!!!! From Italy 🇮🇹 with all my love 💓💘❤ to S.F.

I love locals who showcase their own treasures .beautiful scenery , beautiful natures and artifacts and the rest you can show throughout your country. Love it .no need to travel the world instead stay home and show to the world.

SERIOUS CABLE CAR TIP (from a life long local) Step 1: Get your ticket from the vending machine. Step 2: FORGET THE LINE AT THE TURNABOUT. The cable car operators do NOT fill up the car all the way at the turnaround. If they did, the system would be useless as public transportation for anyone who lives here. SO, take advantage of that and walk a few (4 or 5) blocks up the street and just catch the cable car on a corner. You'll be on the outside part (the best part) and no waiting in line.

Something I used to do while living in SF is go up this street next to a cheap hotel called Golden Eagle Motel (I believe) and you'll come across a set of stairs that lead to these apartment complexes. In front of the stairs there's some benches. I used to always sit there during the night. Especially around Christmas. And you'll get a great view of the Golden Gate bridge (and its lights if you go on Christmas). Not a lot of people go there. It was my get away from all the chaotic, noisy parts of SF. It's pretty quiet there besides the cars that sometimes pass by. You can even buy some pizza nearby or whatever you wanna eat.

I lived in the city for six years and again, learned more from watching this video. Can’t wait to go back and check it out! Thank you!

San Francisco is my favorite city in America

As someone who lives in sf, I often forget it’s a big tourist attraction.

The Painted Ladies have been an iconic image of San Francisco long long before that 1990's television show you mentions. Glad you included the Wave Organ - I loved to just sit and relax there when I lived in SF.

I am a native San Franciscan. I applaude you for doing a great job!

I'm moving to San Fran in january next year and this video made me even more excited about it!! Thanks, Josh :)

"You can change dollars into quarters" Taxes been doing that to me for years.

I love getting this in my feed 4 days after getting back from san francisco

Best video i have ever seen, Thank you, keep going with such travelling. 👍👍

I love how you pronounced every word distinctively and not mingle them together. You should be in the broadcasting industry with a unique way of telling stories.

What about the Exploratorium, SOMA, the SF Symphony,ballet, and opera? What about the Mission, Castro, Haight-Ashbury and North Beach?

Managed to visit a few times and loved every one of them. There are places where you feel 'at home' no matter where that's supposed to be and for me San Francisco is one of them.

I live in SF and I've been to like all of these places except for 2. I also highly recommend the Japanese Tea Garden, North Beach, and the Presidio

Best video of things to do there. We’ll be there next week. Thank you so much. 💕

He missed: Downtown sf & Japantown

This video was most excellent, and the music was appropriately chill!

What a treat!!! Perfect for our upcoming trip there. You are the man. Thanx from Sweden.

Very nice seeing the great bridhe. Fantastic shooting of SF bridge Great job.

I'm confident this is the only guide I need to explore SF. You're amazing.

I visited SF for 6 days I believe in 2015 October and wow what a city to fell in love. And I almost visited all of your spots. I can’t wait to go back again and see the rest!!!

I'm going to SF for the first time in three weeks and I really enjoyed this video! I'm adding over half of these things to my itinerary!

Thanks for this great video. Have been to SF twice and now wish I watched this before. Guess I have to go a third time to work off that amazing list. Greetings from Germany.

The pronunciation of "Ghirardelli" hurt my soul

Your videos are awesome! Straight to the point, and I love how much info you give in so little time. Respect!

Thank you so much😂I enjoyed your video so very much ... cause it felt so real like I was even there during watching this very interesting video of yours❤thanks again and greetings from Amsterdam in Europe ... my hometown❤Gína

Awesome stuff. Can’t wait to be there soon!

I appreciate how the edits are not too stylized. Thanks for presenting the visuals, the way they are- not color manipulated.

Straight to the point, and I love how much info you give in so little time.

The castle is amazing.

SF is the place to be! thanks for the share! can wait to travel back there!

One thing to do there. Walk around. The rest will take care of itself. =) Great vid!

Great job! We really enjoy your videos, beautiful execution, inspirational narration. Keep up the good work! You keep making 'em, we'll keep watchin'.

Great video! I've added it to my Public Play List for others to enjoy.

Great video and recommendations. SF was not on my list to do but after watching your video, all the sudden I feel like making a trip to SF.

I really enjoy your video. Thank you for showing how beautiful San Francisco is.

Marin headlands has my favorite view in the world. What a glaring omission!

Sutros baths is such a beautiful place I love watching the sunset there

California is one of the best State in United States of America!

Great list! I'm an SF resident and visit all of these places often! There are many more of course but your list is awesome! Anyone going to China Town: connected is North Beach. Italian neighborhood, great shops, bars and restaurants.

Make sure to go and walk the streets of the Tenderloin. You’ll see lots of cool stuff.

September is the best moth to visit San Francisco. It’s warm and sunny.

When I was born in 1950 I lived in the Lime Point lighthouse under the north end of the Golden Gate Bridge. My only claim to fame. A lot of good memories of SF in this video. Thank you! Cheers

Lands End is always a treat to visit! Sleeper spot on this list, glad you included it.

This is a very charming city and easy to get to, I hope I can return to visit sometime in the future when all this is over. Seeing and sharing places like this is why I love traveling and make videos so much!

I AM A EAST BAY NATIVE, HAVE SEEN YOUR VISIT SPOTS MANY TIMES... OCEAN BEACH IS THE BEST PLACE. NICE TO WATCH.....

Thank you Josh for this wonder video! I am a SF native, & a subscriber to your Chanel...But this is the 1st time I've seen this Video, & it is absolutely awesomely beautiful.

I’ve lived in SF all my life and this is a great summary of places to visit in SF. Great job!

You guys did a great job! I loved the Big Sur video. Thank you for sharing some wonderful stops! You are the best

I do plan to visit San Francisco soon and these highlights of 24 places to visit was a great help to narrow down what I can expect to see for my first visit. Thank you.

Worked there for 3 months back in the 1990s; the most breathtaking city by far than all I've seen.

The Golden Gate Bridge is sensational.... and #alcatraz is such a sight... great tips in this video!

This was an amazing video! I have watched so many videos for my upcoming trip and it seems like everyone has the exact same top 5 or 10 things to do - so thank you for adding variety & the videography is perfect!

I am in love with this city! It is an amazing hiking city and the food! Yummy! Miss it so much!!!!!!

T. Y. For the video. My son & I are visiting SF from Florida next month, and this video is perfect for planning.

This is a superb video!! Extremely informative and highlights so many great SF spots!! Thank you!

I absolutely love your videos because they are full of useful information for people like me who like to travel. Short, sweet and highly useful. Thank you!

thank you really enjoy all your tips

Can't wait to go back this beautiful city 😭😍😍

We just moved to the SF Bay Area and can't wait to do some exploring. Thank you for all the great ideas and recommendations!

I’ve lived here my whole life, and I’ve seen most of these places. I’ve never wondered how many people want to see this place.. and not many people who live here appreciate it..

As always, super great video and very helpful. Josh, you're my first stop for researching any trips here in the golden state. thank you!!!

感谢阁下的介绍，尽管多次去过旧金山，但是对于这个美好城市还是知道的太少，你的介绍非常详尽，令人大开眼界。

Thank you so much for this beautiful video! I have been to SF two times so far, and after seeing your video I really want to go there again now.

Great video! I'm visiting my husband, who is currently staying in SoMa, and we only have 3 full days together. This video was very helpful as we now have some amazing options. We've both been before, but not together, so we're excited to visit as many of the places on your vid as possible. Cheers!

I am so glad to see there is just so much to do even when living close by and having done so many things on this list! There is always something lovely to discover :D

Thanks again for this one, last year when visiting San Diego and LA you helped us a lot. This year we went to San Francisco and Lake Tahoe and again your tips were a great help. All the best! Greetings from Europe.

I live in San Francisco and I have lived here my whole life. God I love my hometown

Your video's are just outstanding, thank you so much for sharing them.

My sister lived in San Francisco for many years. Even after visiting for decades, there were still 5 on your list that I haven't seen. Thanks for sharing! I'd add: The Exploratorium & The SF MOMA.

2 months back I was there in SFO.. I have visited more than 15 places in just 2 visits to US.. nice video.. a lot of good memories.. Love SFO from India.. 🇮🇳 🇺🇸

I have been visiting the Haight-Ashbury district, Market Street, Golden Gate Park, Richmond District and the Financial District quite frequently these past few months, and haven't seen ONE needle or human waste on the floor. Some people (many who haven't even been to SF or visited the past few years) are GREATLY over exaggerating about the issue like 90% of the time you're gonna see a needle or human waste randomly lying around somewhere. Every time I visit SF, it's a pleasant experience for the most part. I hope the homelessness/drug crisis gets worked out soon though, as SF it too beautiful of a city to have that reputation as a whole. With that being said, MOST of SF is not what some people (news media) is painting it out to be, and this is all from PERSONAL EXPERIENCE. I've visited quite a few big cities in my lifetime, and San Francisco is still one of my favorites.

I’ve lived here nearly 15 years and I’ve only done a few of these things. Thanks for sharing.

my dream place ..

So helpful for me!!

*Awesome views of Golden Gate...and San Francisco.*

Thank you kindly for this guide. I am visiting SF, from the UK hopefully in the summer of 2019 and it is always great to experience new locations that aren't commonly talked about in tour guides like the Maritime museaum, Ghirardelli Sqr and Muir Woods. I can't wait.

This is by far, the best video for tips in San Francisco!!! Dude!!! YOU-ARE-THE-BEST!!!👏👏👏 THANK YOOOUUU!!!!

I love your channel it’s the best so far. It’s very informative but not boring or too long. Thank you so much

Thank You, this was right on time. Making plans to go there during the Summer months.

Been to San Francisco a few years ago its a very interesting place. So many things to see and do. Enjoyed the rides on the cable cars and also the food the clam chowder is absolutely delicious.

Awesome ideas! I plan to see at least half!

Another great video Josh! Thanx for letting us know about all these great spots to visit. I’ll definetely check then out when covid’s gone!

This is really well done! Thank you!

Lovely tips. Finally someone whos's not trying to be a celebrity; just plain, valueable info. Thanks...😃

Thank you for this!!! Although we’ve visited San Francisco multiple times there’s at least 6 things on your list I was not aware of. This just means we’ll have to back again! And soon!!!

This was so detailed and awesome!! I'm so excited to leave for sf tomorrow!!!!

Did a great many of these things on my vacation to SF in 2019. Yes, some rough areas, but the bright spots are bright. Many wonderful experiences and iconic images that I will keep in my memories. The best vacation I ever had in my life. I was planning to sketch out a part 2 for East Bay, maybe even Napa Valley, but.....you know....

Love it, being in San Francisco and visit like 10 places you mentioned need to go back for the trails and museums. Thanks for explaining so good, love your videos.

I don’t know how to thank you 😊 Really I just visited San Francisco this week for first time . Didn’t know where to go and I used your recommendations It was terrific !!! One of my best trips ever Thanks and keep up the good work