| set in the mission district, this updated victorian b&b is a 2-minute walk from a bart rapid transit station and 5 miles from golden gate park. chic shared bathrooms feature rainfall showerheads. amenities include continental breakfast, a guest lounge and an outdoor patio. the 6 understated rooms feature custom headboards and desks, as well as free wi-fi and flat-screen tvs. check-in time: 3:00 pm
San Francisco International Airport 18 min
California Academy of Sciences (15 min)
Natural history museum with an aquarium, planetarium & scientists conducting a variety of research. The Palace Of Fine Arts (16 min)
This Greco-Roman palace & architectural attraction hosts an ever-changing roster of performing arts. Japanese Tea Garden (15 min)
Popular gardens with a Japanese teahouse & narrow paths winding past koi ponds, pagodas & a bridge. Exploratorium (14 min)
Hundreds of interactive, educational exhibits & activities illustrating scientific principles. Ferry Building (13 min)
Vendors sell produce, cheese, coffee, candy & prepared food in this soaring, restored 1898 space. Twin Peaks (15 min)
Renowned, 180-degree views of the Bay Area are offered at this 64-acre park with hiking trails. The Painted Ladies (8 min)
Historical row of Victorian houses well-known for appearances on movies, TV shows & postcards. Alcatraz Island (19 min)
Notorious prison & once home to Al Capone, now a museum with audio tour, accessible by ferry. Coit Tower (18 min)
Storied 1930s-era building known for its WPA murals, 360-degree views & resident flock of parrots. San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (9 min)
Contemporary & modern paintings, installations, photographs, media & more in a sleek space. Golden Gate Bridge (18 min)
Famed 4,200-ft. art deco suspension bridge open to car, bike & foot traffic. Union Square (10 min)
Well-known vibrant neighborhood featuring a range of upscale shops, restaurants, hotels & nightlife. PIER 39 (19 min)
Bustling bayside pier featuring scenic views, sea-lion sightings, eateries, shops & entertainment. Golden Gate Park (12 min)
The city's 1,000-ac. oasis draws hikers, bikers, art lovers & music fans. Haight-Ashbury (11 min)
This famed birthplace of 1960s hippie culture features large crowds, funky shops & Victorian homes. | 
