However, that does not mean that you can't experience all the great things San Francisco has to offer. Whether you're a local or an admirer from far way, we've got a whole host of ways that you can safely see, taste, hear, and even smell the best of San Francisco. And if you are a Bay Area local, then you should definitely take advantage of these new hotel deals and spend time in the City by the Bay.
Lover's Lane Trail Presidio
Explore the Presidio (How to Visit Safely)Parks are vital to our health and well-being, especially in stressful times, and the Presidio of San Francisco has remained open for essential access to outdoor space, fresh air, recreation, nature and scenic views. The Presidio has 24 miles of hiking trails and 25 miles of biking trails ,as well as three miles of scenic coastline, multiple picnic areas, and stunning views of the Golden Gate Bridge.
Presidio Slow Streets allow for even more socially distant space for pedestrians and bikers. Self-guided tours include an Andy Goldsworthy Art Walk and the Tennessee Hollow Watershed Walk. Presidio Golf is open for play, and the Presidio’s lodging is open for essential travelers.
For those who can’t get to the park, Presidio at Home allows you to experience the park wherever you are.
San Francisco Botanical Garden
Visit the San Francisco Botanical Garden and see their beautiful and historic magnolias in bloom, now through March. With over 200 specimens to see, San Francisco's cool foggy climate gives the Botanical Garden the ability to grow species from Asia to the Neotropics, and positions the Garden as the perfect place for preserving rare and threatened species.
Peak bloom comes in February, but there's no bad time to visit. The Garden is also piloting a virtual map feature that will allow visitors to learn more about the history, distribution, and conservation of special specimens in the Garden.
Admission is free for San Francisco residents and ranges from $3 to $21 for non-residents.
Jack London State Historic Park
North of the city in Sonoma County lies Jack London State Park, where more than 29 miles of trails that roam through mixed forests, redwood groves, oak woodlands, and grassy meadows await exploration. The elevation varies from 600 to 2,300 feet, meaning you can get quite the workout! Free docent-guided tours are available, as well as private group and specialty tours. Horseback riding will return in the spring. There is a $10 vehicle entry fee.
TOURS
Take A Segway Tour with the San Francisco Electric Tour Company (How to Visit Safely)
The San Francisco Electric Tour Company is offering private group Segway tours for two to eight guests, beginning at their Fisherman's Wharf and Golden Gate Park locations. All tours are operated under their #safetour program with best procedures for safe distancing, clean facilities, masks required for everyone and sanitized equipment. All private group tour participants must be in the same immediate family or COVID-safe bubble. Tours are available for booking Thursdays through Sundays, at 9:30 a.m., 10:00 a.m., 1:30 p.m. or 2:00 p.m. Registration cost ranges from $105 to $150 per person.
Enjoy A Discounted Biking Excursion from Blazing Saddles and GetYourGuide (How to Bike Safely)
Experience the best of the bay with this exclusive combination tour package. Your half-day adventure begins with a guided bicycle tour through San Francisco, beginning at the picturesque Aquatic Park in Fisherman’s Wharf. From there, you’ll cycle across the iconic Golden Gate bridge and into Sausalito. The guided portion of the tour ends here, but your all-day bike rental allows you to keep exploring at your leisure. Once you’re done criss-crossing through Sausalito, hop back on a scenic ferry ride to San Francisco. Vouchers for food and drink included. For those that want to Blaze Their Own Trail, daily bicycle rentals are available, as well. Cross the Golden Gate Bridge, ride along the Embarcadero or explore Golden Gate Park on your own.
The San Francisco Electric Tour Company is offering private group Segway tours for two to eight guests, beginning at their Fisherman's Wharf and Golden Gate Park locations. All tours are operated under their #safetour program with best procedures for safe distancing, clean facilities, masks required for everyone and sanitized equipment. All private group tour participants must be in the same immediate family or COVID-safe bubble. Tours are available for booking Thursdays through Sundays, at 9:30 a.m., 10:00 a.m., 1:30 p.m. or 2:00 p.m. Registration cost ranges from $105 to $150 per person.
Enjoy A Discounted Biking Excursion from Blazing Saddles and GetYourGuide (How to Bike Safely)
Experience the best of the bay with this exclusive combination tour package. Your half-day adventure begins with a guided bicycle tour through San Francisco, beginning at the picturesque Aquatic Park in Fisherman’s Wharf. From there, you’ll cycle across the iconic Golden Gate bridge and into Sausalito. The guided portion of the tour ends here, but your all-day bike rental allows you to keep exploring at your leisure. Once you’re done criss-crossing through Sausalito, hop back on a scenic ferry ride to San Francisco. Vouchers for food and drink included. For those that want to Blaze Their Own Trail, daily bicycle rentals are available, as well. Cross the Golden Gate Bridge, ride along the Embarcadero or explore Golden Gate Park on your own.
Take a Private Tour With Incredible Adventures (How to Visit Safely)
Incredible Adventures is ready to help you make memories with your friends and family to last a lifetime. Leave the planning and driving to them, and let them take you to enjoy our beautiful Bay Area backyard in both a safe and sustainable way.
This spring, they recommend taking a day to explore Wine Country with your closest friends. Visit as many wineries as you’d like, indulge in a local and fresh picnic lunch, and then drop you back off in San Francisco at the end of the day. Alternatively, gather up your family and embark on a custom tour of Muir Woods, Yosemite National Park or even on a camping trip to Lake Tahoe. Book a tour.
Incredible Adventures is ready to help you make memories with your friends and family to last a lifetime. Leave the planning and driving to them, and let them take you to enjoy our beautiful Bay Area backyard in both a safe and sustainable way.
This spring, they recommend taking a day to explore Wine Country with your closest friends. Visit as many wineries as you’d like, indulge in a local and fresh picnic lunch, and then drop you back off in San Francisco at the end of the day. Alternatively, gather up your family and embark on a custom tour of Muir Woods, Yosemite National Park or even on a camping trip to Lake Tahoe. Book a tour.
Let Extranomical Tours Guide You on Your Own Driving Tour of San Francisco - (How to Visit Safely)
Explore San Francisco at your own pace from the comfort of your own vehicle. Extranomical Tours's new GPS-activated audio app will play through your phone or car audio system, covering major sights like Coit Tower, PIER 39, Ghirardelli Square, Alcatraz, and more. It includes interviews with local guides and fun nuggets of local history. The pause and play feature allows users to start the tour at any time and go at their own pace. The app costs $5.99.
Take A Private Wine, Beer, or Cannabis Tour with Green Dream Tours (How to Visit Safely)
Indulge yourself—safely and legally—with one of these custom excursions from Green Dream Tours. Their wine tours will take you to the legendary vineyards of Napa and Sonoma. Their San Francisco craft beer tours include visits to and tours of breweries. And their cannabis tours will help you gain a deeper understanding of the burgeoning cannabis industry from an insider's point of view. Tours range in price from $99 to $199.
Peddle Around the City with Bay City Bike Rentals & Tours - (How to Bike Safely)
Bay City Bike Rentals & Tours offers bike rentals for all ages, levels and rider types. They always provide high quality bikes and expert, local advice on where to ride, sightsee, and enjoy being outdoors in San Francisco. Rentals start at $32.
Explore Golden Gate Park with Extranomical Tours - (How to Visit Safely)
Download Extranomical Tours's new Golden Gate Park audio tour and let a local storyteller lead you on a fascinating journey that's part-tour, part-scavenger hunt. You'll take on the role of an Alcatraz escapee who must navigate the park to find the keys to your freedom. The tour costs $9.99.
Rent A Bike with Unlimited Biking (How to Bike Safely)
Unlimited Biking is offering bike rentals for the entire day for only $20. Cannondale hybrid bikes come with helmets, bike bags, locks and maps. Upgrades to eBikes, road bikes, or any baby/kids attachments available!
Explore Bay Area Backgrounds on a Motorcycle Tour with Native Moto Adventures - (How to Ride Safely)
Fresh air and "knees in the breeze" is the cure for COVID-induced confinement. Native Moto Adventures' one-day tours are six full hours of guaranteed fun that will bring a smile to your face and help you discover roads even long time locals haven't ridden. Enjoy lunch at legendary California biker stops and many scenic photo stops. Certain restrictions apply. Guests must be licensed motorcycle riders.
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749 Howard St., San Francisco, CA 94103
(415) 391-2000
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