San Francisco International Airport 33 min
Aquarium of the Bay (28 min) Aquarium with creatures from local waters, including otters, sharks & jellyfish, plus a touch tank. Angel Island (2 hr 19) Historic bay island with ferry access, open-air trams & panoramic San Francisco city views. The Palace Of Fine Arts (28 min) This Greco-Roman palace & architectural attraction hosts an ever-changing roster of performing arts. PIER 39 (28 min) Bustling bayside pier featuring scenic views, sea-lion sightings, eateries, shops & entertainment. San Francisco – Oakland Bay Bridge (13 min) Long, stately span (including a tunnel through Yerba Buena Island), with a pedestrian/bike path. Golden Gate Park (29 min) The city's 1,000-ac. oasis draws hikers, bikers, art lovers & music fans. Exploratorium (25 min) Hundreds of interactive, educational exhibits & activities illustrating scientific principles. San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (22 min) Contemporary & modern paintings, installations, photographs, media & more in a sleek space. Golden Gate Bridge (21 min) Famed 4,200-ft. art deco suspension bridge open to car, bike & foot traffic. Ferry Building (23 min) Vendors sell produce, cheese, coffee, candy & prepared food in this soaring, restored 1898 space. Muir Woods National Monument (31 min) Scenic, forested park featuring giant redwood trees, long hiking trails, a visitor center & more. Alcatraz Island (28 min) Notorious prison & once home to Al Capone, now a museum with audio tour, accessible by ferry. Union Square (24 min) Well-known vibrant neighborhood featuring a range of upscale shops, restaurants, hotels & nightlife. Coit Tower (30 min) Storied 1930s-era building known for its WPA murals, 360-degree views & resident flock of parrots. |