San Francisco Bay Area

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

Ways to Play in San Francisco
Turn your classic city tour into an exuberant adventure
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San Francisco History: 10 Ways to Experience It
These moments in San Francisco history combine to make the City by the Bay what it is today
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San Mateo County
This narrow strip of rolling hills, rugged coastline, charming towns, and surprising biodiversity packs a plethora of easily accessible activities and attractions
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San Francisco: Family-Friendly Vacation Ideas
There’s fun for the whole family in the City by the Bay, with a mix of shopping, cultural attractions, and outdoor adventures you won’t find anywhere else
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Exploring San Francisco
From the chic Inner Richmond to hidden gems in North Beach to Downtown’s lively bar scene, get to know the City by the Bay’s vibrant neighborhoods
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The Best Camping In and Near San Francisco
The beauty of San Francisco’s landscape makes for great camping options, all within minutes of the city
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So You Think You Know the East Bay?
Look beyond the top-10 lists and discover less-traveled destinations on the sunrise side of San Francisco Bay
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Napa Valley Wines & Wineries
Where to find top vineyards in Napa wine country
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Twin Peaks Boasts an Incredible View of San Francisco
The popular San Francisco park is centrally located, free to all visitors, and definitely worth a visit
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Sonoma County Wines & Wineries
Toasting the region’s star sips
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Santa Cruz Surf Culture
Gnarly, dude! Explore the lore, trappings, and history of California's ultimate ocean sport
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5 Amazing Things to Do in Berkeley and Oakland
The East Bay’s vibrant cities attract a young, free-spirited crowd with avant-garde art and culture, a ridgeline graced by tree-lined parks, and a revolutionary food and cocktail scene
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Tech Tour
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