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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- Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival
Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival
April 11, 12, 18, 19, 2026
- San Francisco International Film Festival
San Francisco International Film Festival
April 24–May 4, 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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- April 2026 Events in California
April 2026 Events in California
Party in the desert, take a scenic bike ride, and enjoy a unique spring fruit
- 33 Amazing Free Things to Do in California
33 Amazing Free Things to Do in California
The Golden State offers plenty of bucket-list experiences, and you don’t have to spend a lot–or, sometimes, anything–to do many of them
- How to Splurge or Save in Calistoga
How to Splurge or Save in Calistoga
Wine, dine, and unwind in this Napa Valley town of vineyards and spa retreats
- 15 Amazing and Affordable Towns in California You May Not Know
15 Amazing and Affordable Towns in California You May Not Know
From the mountains to the sea—and the desert in between—these towns offer wallet-friendly accommodations, activities, and plenty of adventure
- Where to Go Apple Picking in California
Where to Go Apple Picking in California
Great places to go apple picking (and pick up some apple cider donuts) in California
- 20 Unique California Events
20 Unique California Events
These regional celebrations show a quirky, diverse side of the Golden State
- Drive-Thru Holiday 2025 Experiences in California
Drive-Thru Holiday 2025 Experiences in California
See shimmering lighted displays and wave to Santa from the comfort of your own vehicle
- California Towns with Holiday Spirit
California Towns with Holiday Spirit
Visit these merry spots that put on a seasonal show in winter
- 2025 Family Holidays at California Hotels
2025 Family Holidays at California Hotels
Embrace the season—and actually relax—at one of these hotels with holiday spirit
- 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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California Travel on Any Budget
51min
Accessible Adventures Across California
40min
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
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