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.
California's Lost Coast is a 75-mile section of undeveloped coastline between Rockport and Ferndale. While much of the rest of California has seen generations of development, this coastal wilderness is so...
Local history lovers know that Colma, California has one of the most fascinating backstories of all the quirky Bay Area towns. Also known as the "City of Souls," Colma is famous for housing more than...
Just a few hours from San Francisco sits , which is known for its stunning natural wonders. The park is bordered by the Sierra National Forest, which regularly draws visitors for its mountain views and large redwoods. W...
Woodside's historic Filoli House & Garden makes for a memorable from the city any time of year. But springtime may be the most highly anticipated, as the 16-acre landscape turns into an ocean of colorful blooms,...
When work feels like Groundhog Day again, it’s easy to feel like the city has lost its spark. But for those looking for a little pocket of serenity, Napa Valley offers a space in the which offers just that. Tucked into...
Big Sur's rugged coast holds a whole world of cliffside fine-dining destinations, luxury eco-resorts, and secluded multi-million dollar mansions. Even lifelong Californians are known to eye the bucket-lis...
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...
