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14 Days in San Francisco

The perfect 14-day itinerary for San Francisco, USA

14 Days
~$3500 Budget
USA

Trip Overview

This 14-day San Francisco itinerary covers the must-see attractions and local experiences that make this destination special. The pace is designed to balance sightseeing with relaxation, giving you time to truly experience USA's culture.

5+
Attractions
$3500
Est. Budget
4
Best Months
USD
Currency
Day 1

Arrival & First Impressions

Est. Cost

$22

Morning

Check in & Settle

Arrive in San Francisco, check into your accommodation, and take a leisurely stroll around your neighborhood to get oriented.

Tip:Book accommodation close to public transport for easy exploration.
Afternoon

Explore Alcatraz Island

After a local lunch, head to Alcatraz Island. Take your time to fully appreciate this San Francisco highlight.

Tip:Try a local restaurant near the attraction for authentic cuisine.
Evening

Local Dining Experience

End your day with dinner in a local neighborhood. San Francisco's evening atmosphere offers a different perspective of the city.

Tip:Book popular restaurants in advance, especially for dinner.
Day 2

Iconic Landmarks

Est. Cost

$12

Morning

Visit Alcatraz Island

Start your day early at Alcatraz Island. Morning visits typically mean fewer crowds and better photo opportunities.

Tip:Arrive early to beat the crowds and enjoy the best lighting for photos.
Afternoon

Explore Fisherman's Wharf

After a local lunch, head to Fisherman's Wharf. Take your time to fully appreciate this San Francisco highlight.

Tip:Try a local restaurant near the attraction for authentic cuisine.
Evening

Local Dining Experience

End your day with dinner in a local neighborhood. San Francisco's evening atmosphere offers a different perspective of the city.

Tip:Book popular restaurants in advance, especially for dinner.
Day 3

Cultural Immersion

Est. Cost

$15

Morning

Visit Fisherman's Wharf

Start your day early at Fisherman's Wharf. Morning visits typically mean fewer crowds and better photo opportunities.

Tip:Arrive early to beat the crowds and enjoy the best lighting for photos.
Afternoon

Explore Chinatown

After a local lunch, head to Chinatown. Take your time to fully appreciate this San Francisco highlight.

Tip:Try a local restaurant near the attraction for authentic cuisine.
Evening

Local Dining Experience

End your day with dinner in a local neighborhood. San Francisco's evening atmosphere offers a different perspective of the city.

Tip:Book popular restaurants in advance, especially for dinner.
Day 4

Local Neighborhoods

Est. Cost

$10

Morning

Visit Chinatown

Start your day early at Chinatown. Morning visits typically mean fewer crowds and better photo opportunities.

Tip:Arrive early to beat the crowds and enjoy the best lighting for photos.
Afternoon

Explore Cable Cars

After a local lunch, head to Cable Cars. Take your time to fully appreciate this San Francisco highlight.

Tip:Try a local restaurant near the attraction for authentic cuisine.
Evening

Local Dining Experience

End your day with dinner in a local neighborhood. San Francisco's evening atmosphere offers a different perspective of the city.

Tip:Book popular restaurants in advance, especially for dinner.
Day 5

Day Trip Adventure

Est. Cost

$28

Morning

Visit Cable Cars

Start your day early at Cable Cars. Morning visits typically mean fewer crowds and better photo opportunities.

Tip:Arrive early to beat the crowds and enjoy the best lighting for photos.
Afternoon

Explore Golden Gate Bridge

After a local lunch, head to Golden Gate Bridge. Take your time to fully appreciate this San Francisco highlight.

Tip:Try a local restaurant near the attraction for authentic cuisine.
Evening

Local Dining Experience

End your day with dinner in a local neighborhood. San Francisco's evening atmosphere offers a different perspective of the city.

Tip:Book popular restaurants in advance, especially for dinner.
Day 6

Hidden Gems

Est. Cost

$19

Morning

Visit Golden Gate Bridge

Start your day early at Golden Gate Bridge. Morning visits typically mean fewer crowds and better photo opportunities.

Tip:Arrive early to beat the crowds and enjoy the best lighting for photos.
Afternoon

Explore Alcatraz Island

After a local lunch, head to Alcatraz Island. Take your time to fully appreciate this San Francisco highlight.

Tip:Try a local restaurant near the attraction for authentic cuisine.
Evening

Local Dining Experience

End your day with dinner in a local neighborhood. San Francisco's evening atmosphere offers a different perspective of the city.

Tip:Book popular restaurants in advance, especially for dinner.
Day 7

Food & Markets

Est. Cost

$12

Morning

Visit Alcatraz Island

Start your day early at Alcatraz Island. Morning visits typically mean fewer crowds and better photo opportunities.

Tip:Arrive early to beat the crowds and enjoy the best lighting for photos.
Afternoon

Explore Fisherman's Wharf

After a local lunch, head to Fisherman's Wharf. Take your time to fully appreciate this San Francisco highlight.

Tip:Try a local restaurant near the attraction for authentic cuisine.
Evening

Local Dining Experience

End your day with dinner in a local neighborhood. San Francisco's evening atmosphere offers a different perspective of the city.

Tip:Book popular restaurants in advance, especially for dinner.
Day 8

Art & Museums

Est. Cost

$20

Morning

Visit Fisherman's Wharf

Start your day early at Fisherman's Wharf. Morning visits typically mean fewer crowds and better photo opportunities.

Tip:Arrive early to beat the crowds and enjoy the best lighting for photos.
Afternoon

Explore Chinatown

After a local lunch, head to Chinatown. Take your time to fully appreciate this San Francisco highlight.

Tip:Try a local restaurant near the attraction for authentic cuisine.
Evening

Local Dining Experience

End your day with dinner in a local neighborhood. San Francisco's evening atmosphere offers a different perspective of the city.

Tip:Book popular restaurants in advance, especially for dinner.
Day 9

Nature & Parks

Est. Cost

$16

Morning

Visit Chinatown

Start your day early at Chinatown. Morning visits typically mean fewer crowds and better photo opportunities.

Tip:Arrive early to beat the crowds and enjoy the best lighting for photos.
Afternoon

Explore Cable Cars

After a local lunch, head to Cable Cars. Take your time to fully appreciate this San Francisco highlight.

Tip:Try a local restaurant near the attraction for authentic cuisine.
Evening

Local Dining Experience

End your day with dinner in a local neighborhood. San Francisco's evening atmosphere offers a different perspective of the city.

Tip:Book popular restaurants in advance, especially for dinner.
Day 10

Shopping & Leisure

Est. Cost

$17

Morning

Visit Cable Cars

Start your day early at Cable Cars. Morning visits typically mean fewer crowds and better photo opportunities.

Tip:Arrive early to beat the crowds and enjoy the best lighting for photos.
Afternoon

Explore Golden Gate Bridge

After a local lunch, head to Golden Gate Bridge. Take your time to fully appreciate this San Francisco highlight.

Tip:Try a local restaurant near the attraction for authentic cuisine.
Evening

Local Dining Experience

End your day with dinner in a local neighborhood. San Francisco's evening atmosphere offers a different perspective of the city.

Tip:Book popular restaurants in advance, especially for dinner.
Day 11

Off the Beaten Path

Est. Cost

$14

Morning

Visit Golden Gate Bridge

Start your day early at Golden Gate Bridge. Morning visits typically mean fewer crowds and better photo opportunities.

Tip:Arrive early to beat the crowds and enjoy the best lighting for photos.
Afternoon

Explore Alcatraz Island

After a local lunch, head to Alcatraz Island. Take your time to fully appreciate this San Francisco highlight.

Tip:Try a local restaurant near the attraction for authentic cuisine.
Evening

Local Dining Experience

End your day with dinner in a local neighborhood. San Francisco's evening atmosphere offers a different perspective of the city.

Tip:Book popular restaurants in advance, especially for dinner.
Day 12

Historic Sites

Est. Cost

$28

Morning

Visit Alcatraz Island

Start your day early at Alcatraz Island. Morning visits typically mean fewer crowds and better photo opportunities.

Tip:Arrive early to beat the crowds and enjoy the best lighting for photos.
Afternoon

Explore Fisherman's Wharf

After a local lunch, head to Fisherman's Wharf. Take your time to fully appreciate this San Francisco highlight.

Tip:Try a local restaurant near the attraction for authentic cuisine.
Evening

Local Dining Experience

End your day with dinner in a local neighborhood. San Francisco's evening atmosphere offers a different perspective of the city.

Tip:Book popular restaurants in advance, especially for dinner.
Day 13

Waterfront Exploration

Est. Cost

$16

Morning

Visit Fisherman's Wharf

Start your day early at Fisherman's Wharf. Morning visits typically mean fewer crowds and better photo opportunities.

Tip:Arrive early to beat the crowds and enjoy the best lighting for photos.
Afternoon

Explore Chinatown

After a local lunch, head to Chinatown. Take your time to fully appreciate this San Francisco highlight.

Tip:Try a local restaurant near the attraction for authentic cuisine.
Evening

Local Dining Experience

End your day with dinner in a local neighborhood. San Francisco's evening atmosphere offers a different perspective of the city.

Tip:Book popular restaurants in advance, especially for dinner.
Day 14

Final Exploration & Departure

Est. Cost

$17

Morning

Visit Chinatown

Start your day early at Chinatown. Morning visits typically mean fewer crowds and better photo opportunities.

Tip:Arrive early to beat the crowds and enjoy the best lighting for photos.
Afternoon

Explore Cable Cars

After a local lunch, head to Cable Cars. Take your time to fully appreciate this San Francisco highlight.

Tip:Try a local restaurant near the attraction for authentic cuisine.
Evening

Farewell Dinner

Enjoy a memorable final dinner in San Francisco. Consider a restaurant you've been wanting to try throughout your trip.

Tip:Book popular restaurants in advance, especially for dinner.

Top Attractions Covered

1Golden Gate Bridge
2Alcatraz Island
3Fisherman's Wharf
4Chinatown
5Cable Cars

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