10 TOP Things to Do in Bay Area (2026 Activity Guide)

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Big Bus San Francisco Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour by Open-Top Bus

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History & culture

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California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission

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Redwoods & Wine Country Escape to Sonoma & Napa with Optional Gourmet Lunch

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Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience

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Blend Your Own Bottle Of Wine

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What to do in Bay Area

Popular places to visit

Stanford University

4.5/5(34 reviews)

Enjoy the student vibe around Stanford University, a top university in Palo Alto. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Golden Gate Bridge

4.5/5(362 reviews)

Don’t drive it, walk it. Walking this 2.7 kilometre iconic bridge is a real experience, best appreciated on two legs.

Golden Gate Park

4.5/5(323 reviews)

Sit for a while and relax among the trees, flowers and wildlife in this popular park, right on San Francisco's doorstep.

Pier 39

4/5(364 reviews)

Head to the waterfront for thrilling rides, captivating street performers and plenty of souvenir shops. But the main draw has to be the resident sea lions.

Moscone Convention Center

4/5(13 reviews)

During your trip, find out what's happening in Moscone Convention Center, a top convention centre in San Francisco. Discover the fascinating museums and notable monuments in this vibrant area.

Oracle Park

4.5/5(24 reviews)

Whether or not you’re a baseball fan, this charming ballpark with outstanding views should be on your San Francisco sightseeing list.

Lombard Street

4.5/5(298 reviews)

Often incorrectly called the world’s crookedest street, this San Francisco roadway is an iconic spot to see, photograph and drive down.

Jack London Square

4/5(1 review)

Shop, dine and stroll to your heart’s content in this waterside square, named after the novelist who spent his childhood here.

Winchester Mystery House

4.5/5(6 reviews)

Wonder about the alleged hauntings and other mysteries as you chart the life of a gun magnate’s widow in this unfinished manor.

Areas of Bay Area

Union Square

4/5(287 area reviews)

Fashion puts its best foot forward in this vast shopping plaza.

Downtown San Francisco

3/5(52 area reviews)

Known for its fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Downtown San Francisco. Top attractions like Oracle Park and San Francisco Bay are major draws. Catch the metro at Market St & 5th St Stop or Market St & Taylor St Stop to see more of the city.

Fisherman's Wharf

5/5(4 area reviews)

Dating back to the middle of the 19th Century, this historic wharf has been through many incarnations. Today it’s bursting with fun, sea lions and restaurants.

Downtown San Jose

3.5/5(5 area reviews)

Known for its fascinating museums and great live music, there's plenty to explore in Downtown San Jose. You can visit top attractions like San Pedro Square and San Jose Museum of Art, and jump on the metro at Santa Clara Station or St James Station to see more of the city.

South of Market

3.5/5(113 area reviews)

From baseball games to top-notch art exhibits, find endless entertainment in one of San Francisco’s fastest-growing neighborhoods.

Nob Hill

4.5/5(78 area reviews)

Examine architecturally significant buildings, visit the Cable Car Museum and enjoy magnificent views of greater San Francisco in this affluent district.

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