Things to do in San Francisco Bay Area

Attractions, tours and experiences in San Francisco Bay Area, United States, ordered by how much they are worth your time — and flagged where you should book ahead.

• Levi's Stadium — stadium. FIFA 26 host venue. 6 matches scheduled. 49ers stadium in Santa Clara — 45 mi south of San Francisco.
• Golden Gate Bridge — landmark. Walk or bike across (1.7 mi). Best views from Battery Spencer (Marin side) or Crissy Field.
• Alcatraz Island — landmark. Former federal prison — Al Capone served time here. Audio tour is excellent. Books out 2-3 weeks ahead.
• Embarcadero / Yerba Buena Gardens — fan_zone. Planned FIFA Fan Festival sites. Waterfront promenade and downtown gardens with watch party setups.
• Mission District (Burritos!) — food. Best Mission burritos at La Taquería or El Farolito. Murals on Balmy Alley. Hipster bars on Valencia.
• Cable Cars (Powell-Hyde line) — landmark. Iconic SF transport — ride the Powell-Hyde line for the steepest hills and best views (and Lombard Street).
• Fisherman's Wharf & Pier 39 — neighborhood. Tourist heart — sea lions at Pier 39, sourdough bread bowls of clam chowder, ferry to Alcatraz.

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