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  • Things to do

San Francisco is a city like none other—its charming streets, famous landmarks, sweeping views, world-class restaurants, boundless nature and vibrant culture make it one of the most beloved places to visit in the world. While the city's top tourist attractions, like the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz are worth seeing—if you want to experience the city like a local, we have you covered. From eating burritos in the Mission to rooftop bar hopping to hanging out on a sunny day at Dolores Park, we have rounded up the best ways to truly get a taste of this wonderful city. So, grab a sweater to keep you cozy and some sneaks to get you up our iconic hills, and get ready to leave your heart in San Francisco.  RECOMMENDED: The best museums in San Francisco This guide was updated by San Francisco-based writer Clara Hogan. At Time Out, all of our travel guides are written by local writers who know their cities inside out. For more about how we curate, see our editorial guidelines. 

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San Francisco’s Chinatown is one of the city's most vibrant and culturally significant enclaves. As one of the oldest Chinatowns in the United States, the neighborhood offers architectural and historical importance—and serves as a testament to the enduring immigrant spirit and cultural diversity that defines the city. Today, visitors can experience tradition, history, modernity, and innovation thanks to a recent uptick in new restaurants and shops.  Truly, the best way to experience Chinatown is to eat and drink your way through. From incredible, authentic dim sum to family-run eateries as well as newer, high-end spots, you won't go hungry. And once you’re full, walk it off by wandering the bustling streets adorned with iconic red lanterns, stopping into various markets, tea shops and art galleries. Overall, Chinatown is one of the best neighborhoods in San Francisco to explore, drink and eat. Here are our top things to do in the neighborhood.   RECOMMENDED:🥟 The best dim sum in San Francisco🍽️ The best restaurants in San Francisco👗 The best thrift stores in San Francisco📍 The best things to do in San Francisco🍳 The best brunch in San Francisco

  • Restaurants

There's so much to love about San Francisco: the dramatic views, charming architecture, vibrant culture, and stunning natural beauty, to name a few. What makes this lovely backdrop even better, of course, is the city's vibrant restaurants.   Undebatable is the fact that San Francisco has long been the envy of the world for its innovative, diverse culinary scene. In every neighborhood, long-standing family restaurants persist fervently, while up-and-coming chefs flock here to pursue their dreams and push the boundaries of flavor and technique. From the bounty of local produce available to the spirit of innovation that runs through the city, to the diversity of those who call this place home, it all comes together to create dining experiences you'd be hard-pressed to find elsewhere.  With all of this in mind, creating the list of best restaurants in San Francisco is no easy feat—we could have easily added another 50 deserving of recognition. But with this list, we aim to showcase the city's diversity. From classics like Zuni Cafe that have never wavered in quality in 40 years to buzzy new Michelin designees like sustainable seafood-focused Aphotic, we are confident these 49 best restaurants in San Francisco won't let you down.  RECOMMENDED:📍 The best things to do in San Francisco🥑 The best brunch in San Francisco🍸 The best rooftop bars in San Francisco🛍️ The best thrift stores in San Francisco🎨 The best galleries in San Francisco

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Hiking is to the Bay Area what eating bagels is to New York City. AKA: locals do it on the regular. With so many stunning sites across the region—from the South Bay, to the North Bay, to the East Bay and right in San Francisco itself—it makes sense hitting the trails is on the itinerary most weekends.  And when it comes to hiking in the Bay, there's no better time than spring. The best wildflower hikes in the Bay Area offer clifftop views of the Pacific Ocean, majestic towering trees, and sprawling landscapes that only become more beautiful with the vibrant hues of florals—from the bold orange of California poppies to the vibrant purple of lupine. Whether you're ready to sweat or want a more leisurely stroll with coffee in hand, these wildflower hikes offer something for everyone. 

  • Bars

San Francisco has no shortage of places to get an excellent drink, from intimate cocktail bars to award-winning breweries to carefully curated wine bars. But historically, one type of venue was severely lacking: rooftop bars. We're here with good news, though. Over the past couple of years, the city has experienced a boom in sky-high drinking destinations. Now, rooftop bars are some of the hottest spots to grab a drink in the city. Enjoy fresh air (with heat lamps, don't worry) and cityscape views that stretch from the iconic Bay Bridge to the streets below. Sip on handcrafted cocktails expertly mixed by talented local bartenders as you take in the sights and sounds that define the city. From established favorites to hidden gems, we've rounded up the best rooftop bars in San Francisco that offer a range of options to suit your tastes. Whether you're seeking a laid-back atmosphere to catch up with friends, a romantic setting for a special date night, or simply soak up the city's beauty you'll find it here.

  • Clubs

In town for a weekend and searching for the best place to party it up? San Francisco has an eclectic assortment of places that cater to your every whim: gay dance clubs, karaoke emporiums, salsa dancefloors and everything in between. Going to a nightclub in San Francisco is the perfect way to cap off a day of hiking this beautiful city’s paths, indulging in romantic meals, enjoying creative public art, and taking in that incredible vista of city, bay and ocean. San Francisco’s history as a music scene during the Summer of Love and the decades thereafter still exists here. Whether you’re enjoying live music or a DJ’s clever selection, you may still feel the echo of Sly and the Family Stone, Jefferson Airplane, Carlos Santana, the Grateful Dead, Journey and other bands who established themselves in the heart of San Francisco. So lift a glass, post up at the bar and chatter away when the lights go down in the city.

  • Shopping

If you’ve been to SF before, you’ll know how good it is for thrifting. In fact, we’d go as far as to say it’s the best city for thrifting in the US. You heard us. After all, you haven’t just got all the great vintage stores in the Mission, there’s plenty of gems spread all over the city, from the Haight to Pacific Heights.  Whether you’re looking for designer drip, vintage classics or out-there garms, San Francisco has it in spades. In fact, the best days spent in this city start with a good breakfast, and end with a new thrifted purchase (or three). Whatever you’re looking for, we’ve got you covered. Here are the best thrift stores in San Francisco.  RECOMMENDED:🌮 The best restaurants in San Francisco🍸 The best rooftop bars in San Francisco📍 The best things to do in San Francisco🏨 The best hotels in San Francisco This guide was updated by Bay-Area based writer Clara Hogan. At Time Out, all of our travel guides are written by local writers who know their cities inside out. For more about how we curate, see our editorial guidelines.

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Let’s not beat around the bush; the Bay Area changed the world. Don’t believe us? Start with Silicon Valley and decades of technological innovation. Mainstream movie-making was jolted back into life here, and the wine is perfect. The best things to do in the Bay Area touch on all this and more, with stunning nature surrounding it all. A day of hiking and exploring before a night of wining and dining? Where do we sign?  Where to begin? The choice is yours because you can’t go wrong here. Whether you are looking for high-end Michelin dining or cheap eats, wildflower walks or imposing hikes, world-famous attractions or secret gems, the Bay Area has it in spades. RECOMMENDED: The best things to do in San Francisco

  • Travel

Okay, there are so many magnificent things to do in San Francisco that leaving might seem strange, but stay with us here. Sometimes, a little excursion out of the city is just what the doctor ordered, and the best day trips from San Francisco are medicine for the soul. When you need a break from the bars, beaches, and restaurants of the Golden City (you might, you never know), hit the road and embrace all that Northern California has to offer. And what an offer it is. Everything from fascinating towns to incredible nature is just a short drive away. You might find your new favorite cafe or a love of wildflowers in the process. San Francisco is one of the world’s great cities, and its surroundings only accentuate the magic. RECOMMENDED: The best things to do in the Bay Area

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  • Markets and fairs

It’s no secret that San Francisco oozes cool. From endless thrift stores for vintage bargains to rows of antiques and incredibly chic bars and small plates, once you visit this city, you’ll never want to leave. But the best way to get your teeth into the city, and truly experience it as a local would? That’s San Francisco’s flea markets.  These flea markets are the hidden gems of the city, found by the water, in local communities and in huge, sheltered marketplaces. You’ll find vintage clothing, retro radios, random bric-a-brac, food stools and furniture, and a whole load more, and you can spend hours browsing (sometimes to a backdrop of live music). See the city in a different light, and visit one of the best flea markets in San Francisco.  RECOMMENDED:🛍️ The best shopping in San Francisco📍 The best things to do in San Francisco🍴 The best restaurants in San Francisco🍷  The best bars in San Francisco🍸 The best rooftop bars in San Francisco