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Few cities offer the variety of world-class experiences that are possible in San Francisco. Get inspired and start getting excited about your next visit to the City by the Bay.

Picnic at Dolores Park in the Mission District
Dolores Park is the place to be seen. It's where the locals come out to play when the sun breaks through the fog.

There's no shortage of great things to experience in San Francisco: breathtaking scenery, outstanding restaurants, inspiring culture, and iconic sights you can't find anywhere else. After all, we're the only city in the world with cable cars, an orange bridge, and a floating prison, among other cool things. And who could forget our unique annual events? Whether it be food festivals, parades, outdoor concerts, or even the world's oldest, wackiest foot race, there will be something interesting happening in San Francisco no matter when you visit.

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Winchester Mystery House at night

Haunted And Spooky Places In And Around San Francisco

Ready for a spooky adventure? Here are some of the most haunted places around San Francisco and the Bay Area!

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Blue Angels over the Golden Gate Bridge

Where You Need to Watch the Blue Angels Fly Over San Francisco During Fleet Week

Every October, San Francisco gives the Blue Angels permission to buzz the (Coit) tower during Fleet Week. Here are the best views to see them flying overhead.

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Castro

San Francisco Festivals and Events in October

October is the heart of "Second Summer" in San Francisco. Here's our guide to the can't-miss events during the month.

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Chase Center

Best Places To Watch The Warriors Play In San Francisco

Check out the best places in San Francisco to watch the Golden State Warriors.

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Exterior of the Palace of Fine Arts, with its lake and water fountain.

See the Sights with Attraction Passes

Ready to start planning your trip to the City by the Bay? Get discounts, savings, and more on passes to your favorite San Francisco attractions.

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Free Things to Do in San Francisco

There's plenty of things to do here, even if you're on a shoestring budget. Here are some of our favorite free attractions, including the city's most iconic experiences.

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