San Francisco Bay Area
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With its iconic bridge, historic cable cars, and beautiful Victorian architecture, San Francisco is undeniably one of the world’s great cities. The entire region, in fact, demands to be explored. The vibrant and diverse East Bay, with cities like Oakland and Berkeley, is a cultural and culinary hotbed. Napa Valley and Sonoma County produce some of the best wine in the world. San Jose, and the Silicon Valley, is an essential hub of innovation. Plus, you’ll find quaint waterfront towns, incredible shopping, fantastic museums, and endless outdoor delights at Point Reyes National Seashore.
Featured San Francisco Bay Area
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- 5 Amazing Things to Do in San Francisco
- 10 San Francisco Beaches
10 San Francisco Beaches
- So You Think You Know the East Bay?
So You Think You Know the East Bay?
- San Mateo County
San Mateo County
- 5 Amazing Things to Do at the Golden Gate Bridge
5 Amazing Things to Do at the Golden Gate Bridge
- 5 Amazing Things to Do in Berkeley and Oakland
5 Amazing Things to Do in Berkeley and Oakland
- Sonoma County’s Hidden Gems
Sonoma County’s Hidden Gems
- 5 Amazing Things to Do in Santa Cruz
5 Amazing Things to Do in Santa Cruz
- 5 Amazing Things to Do in San Jose
5 Amazing Things to Do in San Jose
- Napa Valley Wines & Wineries
Napa Valley Wines & Wineries
- California Welcome Center - San Francisco
California Welcome Center - San Francisco
- California Welcome Center - Santa Rosa
California Welcome Center - Santa Rosa
- 5 Best Hikes Out of San Francisco
5 Best Hikes Out of San Francisco
- 10 Amazing Burritos in San Francisco
10 Amazing Burritos in San Francisco
- So You Think You Know San Francisco?
So You Think You Know San Francisco?
More Resources
- Visit Oakland
Visit Oakland
- SF Travel
SF Travel
- Visit Berkeley
Visit Berkeley
- Visit Santa Cruz County
Visit Santa Cruz County
Events In:
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- Chinese New Year Festival & Parade
Chinese New Year Festival & Parade
March 7, 2026
- Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival
Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival
April 11, 12, 18, 19, 2026
- Bay to Breakers
Bay to Breakers
May 17, 2026
- Bottlerock Napa Valley
Bottlerock Napa Valley
May 22–24, 2026
- West Coast Craft Summer '26
West Coast Craft Summer '26
June 13–14, 2026
Places to Eat & Drink
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- Where to Eat Along Highway 1
Where to Eat Along Highway 1
Add these food stops to your Pacific Coast Highway road trip
- Only in California Sports Trip Travel Guide
Only in California Sports Trip Travel Guide
Super Bowl LX makes a great excuse for a sports-centric California vacation
- California Restaurants Top the Nation in Michelin Green Stars
California Restaurants Top the Nation in Michelin Green Stars
The respected culinary guide recognizes 17 Golden State restaurants where earth-friendly practices are embraced
- February 2026 Events in California
February 2026 Events in California
Love is in the air with a statewide passion for wine, dates, and flowering orchards
- The Best Hotel, Restaurant, and Theme Park Deals in California This Winter
The Best Hotel, Restaurant, and Theme Park Deals in California This Winter
Make the most of winter’s quiet season using these specials and discounts on hotels and theme parks
- How You Can Support California’s Black-Owned Businesses
How You Can Support California’s Black-Owned Businesses
Check out this curated collection of restaurants, boutiques, and other worthy outlets
- 12 Amazing Things to Do in California on Super Bowl Sunday
12 Amazing Things to Do in California on Super Bowl Sunday
Enjoy bucket-list destinations—and skip the usual crowds—while others are watching the game
- Discover the Charm of California’s 24 Cultural Districts
Discover the Charm of California’s 24 Cultural Districts
Explore these creative, diverse, and community-driven neighborhoods shaping California’s cultural identity
- Amazing Valentine’s Day Experiences
Amazing Valentine’s Day Experiences
Celebrate your love in an unexpected way with these romantic, only-in-California ideas
- 10 Super-Scenic California Road Trips
10 Super-Scenic California Road Trips
Follow these classic routes for magical scenery and worthy stops
Videos
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Luxury Minute
Auberge du Soleil: California Luxury Minute Resorts
Luxury Minute
Carneros Resort and Spa: California Luxury Minute Resorts
Luxury Minute
Cavallo Point: California Luxury Minute Resorts
Luxury Minute
Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa: California Luxury Minute Resorts
Luxury Minute
Farmhouse Inn: California Luxury Minute Resorts
California Dream Eater
The Napa Valley's Tastiest Culinary Institute
You are Here. A California Love Letter
California Dream Eater
Yountville’s Crave-Worthy Croissant
California Dream Eater
Santa Rosa’s Brilliant Craft Brewery
California Dream Eater
Santa Rosa’s Farm-to-Fork Flavors
Podcasts
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Ike Barinholtz: Hollywood Stories, Trivia Wins, & California Adventures
36min
Michelin Guide, L.A. to Paso Robles, LGBTQ+ Travel
46min
Balboa Park, Wellness Travel, Wide Open Walls
37min
Spas, National Monuments, Mission San Juan Capistrano
32min
Sunnylands, Oysters, Free Activities
31min
Fascinating Road Trips
37min
Culinary Greatest Hits
34min
California Cuisine, Sonoma County, Yosemite
34min
California Curiosities, Architecture, East Bay
37min
Solo Travel, L.A. Street Food, Olive Oil Tasting
35min
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