Though we love San Francisco, there’s nothing wrong with a weekend getaway! Find some of our favorite nearby destinations, day trips, and hidden gems that are just a quick trip outside of the city.
It's officially fall, although in San Francisco it can feel more like summer than a typically cozy autumn this time of year. Luckily, plenty of wonderful places near San Francisco have autumn leaves, perf...
Nevada City's Victorian Christmas event is officially coming back for the 2026 holiday season, marking its 48th annual celebration that turns the tiny Gold Rush town into a living Christmas card. The...
Just 30 minutes down Highway 1 from San Francisco, Devil's Slide is the ultimate hidden gem in the Bay Area. The multi-use pedestrian and bike path follows the coastline for 1.3 miles, offering unbelievab...
Just 30 minutes from San Francisco sits a historic estate known for its expansive and carefully manicured gardens. Filoli was originally built over 100 years ago as a private residence for a wealthy famil...
California's Humboldt Redwoods State Park is tucked among public lands right near the legendary Lost Coast. And perhaps thanks in part to its remote location, it recently topped a new ranking that evaluat...
If you plan it perfectly on the third Saturday of the month, there's a particularly rewarding day trip opportunity across the bay that combines ocean views, local history, and adorable marine animals. ...
This weekend, California's historic Western Flyer fishing boat is opening up for exclusive public viewing hours during the the statewide Doors Open California event. The boat, which is moored a few ho...
Just south of San Francisco, a scenic stretch of Cañada Road offers two engaging reasons to escape the city for a day: the historic Filoli house and gardens, and the Pulgas Water Temple. The two attrac...
When it comes to leaf-peeping, California may not have the abundant golden forests of New England, but it does have Bishop: an Eastern Sierra escape where sprawling aspen groves burst into yellow and oran...
Truckee is a charming, historic town located just a short drive from Lake Tahoe. The town is known for its historic downtown area, with scenic views and local shops. While Truckee is highly frequented dur...