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.
Did you know that California's Clear Lake is 480,000 years old, making it one of the oldest lakes on the continent? This massive prehistoric lake lies just a few hours from San Francisco, but most of...
Trust us on this one: the 30-minute ferry ride from San Francisco to Tiburon is one of the most worthwhile trips you can take with a Clipper Card. While the charming seaside town is more low-profile t...
Northern California is filled with . From gorgeous wineries in Napa to the wild bluffs in Big Sur, San Franciscans are lucky to have so many wonderful trips within a short drive. One particularly charming weekend escape...
California's magnificent Burney Falls have long been celebrated for their beauty and year-round water flow. In fact, President Theodore Roosevelt supposedly called them the "eighth wonder of the world" du...
California's Suisun Valley is a small region in Solano County, just under an hour away from San Francisco. While the region is often overlooked in favor of powerhouses like Napa Valley and Sonoma, Suisun Valley's more...
As spring draws closer, are slowly starting to bloom. One not-so-secret hidden valley in Big Sur is starting to come alive with hundreds of beautiful calla lilies. The small valley, aptly named Calla Lily Valley at Gar...
While Amtrak operates scenic all over the United States, travelers widely agree that the California Zephyr between Emeryville and is the most beautiful route available. The 2,438-mile journey is also the longest passe...
Just 30 minutes south of San Francisco is a beautiful historic estate with sprawling gardens. Filoli is well known for its gardens that bloom with thousands of flowers every spring, and it also hosts a range of unique e...
Capitola Village is the adorable beachfront heart of , California, a small community in Santa Cruz County. The historic town has been an iconic destination on the Monterey Bay for nearly 150 years, famous for its charm...
, Bad Bunny came to the Bay Area to perform the (which was the most-watched halftime show in the history of the championship). There were many speculations of where the star musician would stay, but have concluded he...