2-Day San Francisco Getaway

Walk or bike across the iconic 1.7-mile bridge with stunning bay views.

Tip Park at Battery Spencer for the best photo angle, or bike from Fisherman's Wharf.

British-style fish and chips truck near Fisherman's Wharf with generous portions.

Tip Try the Cajun-spiced chips; order ahead to skip the line.

Tour the notorious former federal prison with audio guide narrated by ex-inmates and guards.

Tip Book tickets weeks in advance at alcatrazcruises.com; ferry departs from Pier 33.

Waterfront marketplace with sea lions, souvenir shops, and street performers.

Tip See the famous sea lions on the west side docks; best viewing from K-Dock.

Classic waterfront seafood spot known for Dungeness crab cioppino and clam chowder.

Tip Request a window seat for bay views; the lazy man's cioppino is a local favorite.

Ride the historic Powell-Hyde line from Union Square to Fisherman's Wharf over steep hills.

Tip Board at Powell & Market for shorter lines; hold on tight at the steepest parts.

Oldest Chinatown in North America with dim sum restaurants, herbal shops, and Dragon's Gate.

Tip Walk down Grant Avenue for shops, then Stockton Street for authentic markets.

Hong Kong-style bakery famous for fresh egg tarts, pineapple buns, and BBQ pork buns.

Tip Cash only; arrive early as popular items sell out by afternoon.

Row of colorful Victorian houses at Alamo Square with postcard-perfect city skyline backdrop.

Tip Best photos from the park across the street; bring a picnic blanket.

San Francisco's second-highest point offering panoramic 360° views of the city and bay.

Tip Drive up for sunset; bring a jacket as it's often windy and foggy.

World-famous bakery known for morning buns, country bread, and croque monsieur.

Tip Expect lines; grab a loaf of their sourdough to take home.

Iconic SF institution serving wood-fired roast chicken for two and Caesar salad.

Tip Reserve ahead; the brick-oven roasted chicken takes 60 minutes but is worth the wait.