Great viewing point for the new Oakland Bay Bridge East span. Interesting historic placard…read moredescribing Bay Bridge construction. Small green space for a picnic after a hike up the three mile span. There are even some public bathrooms.

The glass elevators at the Westin St. Francis are key-card protected and not open to public…read moreanymore. You need a hotel key card to access one of the glass elevators, and I think it's used to be one of free things for locals and tourists years ago.

A special view of the city- only elevator around here with a view like that. Private event space…read morest the top has sweeping views too. Donate some money to be washed for kids in the westin museum in the lobby.

Just real fun. Reminds you of the movie "Big". The history…read moreof this creation Is heartfelt. FUN

The Musical Stairs, located at Pier 39, is straight out of that old movie 'Big' in the late 80s…read more So every time you step on a stair, you're playing a piano note. When It's crowded near hear, sometimes it can be kinda hard to hear it. Kids love these stairs, and why not!! And when I say kids, I mean kids of all ages!! So, if you're at Pier 39, keep a lookout for these. They are located about the middle of the pier on the right side when entering the pier. It's definitely worth checking out!!

Yes there's traffic but it moves. Slowly but surely. All you need is a little patience.read more

I'm very proud to be in a city where Valentine's Day pillow fights with hundreds of strangers is a…read morething. I went with my husband and I was afraid that it'd be awkward so we would end up hitting each other all night. Turns out people have no problem hitting random strangers in the face. It isn't SF if people aren't in costumes. But it's okay if that's too much effort, most people were just dressed casually. Tips: Bring a doctor's mask and a CLEAN pillow. Nasty drool/sweat/vomit stained pillow owners were hit extra hard.

A fun and unique event that happens in the city. Very much a great time and always full of laughter.read more

Heard about it and had to go see it…read more Umbrella Alley was an amazing experience! I was wowed by the incredible artwork and brilliant and vibrant colors everywhere. The creativity and energy of this place make it a true San Francisco, gem. A must visit

The Umbrella Alley is undergoing renovations when we went in May 2026. Some of the nice murals…read moreyou'd see in photos in the internet are there but only as copies. You won't find the umbrellas too. If you have limited time, would skip this one at least until the renovations are finished.

This island has its growing pains... but if you are patient - I have a feeling this will be a…read morepleasant place to live one day soon. This island is the underdog of San Francisco. As far as I know it was polluted from government military stuff similarly to Hunters Point - really bad stuff - even radio active.... I'm no stranger to the island and I sniff around and enjoy the views from here often - but probably not a place I would want to live anytime soon. There are efforts to clean things up and tear stuff down and I do believe this will be a great place to be soon. I suppose if you want to buy in before it explodes - this might be a good time. There is one little convenience store upon entering, Gold Bar (in a shipping container), Mersea (restaurant in shipping container) and then a beautiful place called Gold Bar distillery. I'm sure there is more coming and possible I missed something small. In front of Gold Bar distillery - ive seen many times tent pop ups and events. Really, I know this island for wedding events - I'm sure its a good value and the views are unbeatable.

The constructions in the area is finally done! My family and I finally got to visit the newly…read moreopened US Navy Reservoir 162, panoramic park with a stunning view of San Francisco Bay area on Christmas day! I liked it that it wasn't crowded as this place is fairly new. I can stay here all day and enjoy the scenery! It is also basically next to Treasure Island. I can't wait to come back during the summer when the weather is warmer! Parking is limited and there is no bathroom. But a quick stop to snap some stunning pictures if you are in the area. I was thankful there were no fogs or rain here during our visit that I can see a clear view of the beautiful city of San Francisco Bay! I left my heart in San Francisco!

Cool street in the SOMA Pilipinas neighborhood! They added these cool lanterns and it looks so nice…read moreat night! Recently they had DJs playing music on Thursday nights. We dropped by, got free kombucha, and chilled/listened! Some people were dancing. There were some food and drink options for sale as well. The street itself has murals and there was a projector playing something. When you enter, this is someone sitting there to greet you and to see if you have any questions. Overall, I'm excited to see what other events and pop-ups they have in the future!

It's a great picturesque hike of 200+ steps…read more Bring thick soled shoes and water. Glorious views abound; too many to count. Tip: start from the Ferry building. Use the bathroom here. Tip 2: bring two quarts of water.

I have been coming here for many years and each time I am wowed. It's always fun to bring somebody…read morevisiting, which is what I did yesterday I love climbing so I have no issues with the stairs but my friend has a fear of heights so was a bit leery. She persevered and was delighted she did so. No matter what time of year it's always lush here and through the seasons there are a variety of things blooming. To me it's always beautiful. And of course, arriving at Coit Tower is always spectacular. We intended to take the Greenwich steps back, but forgot to change course.

A special place in SF…read more Love how many dim sum spots there are, grab and go. Lots of Chinese restaurants too And takeout spots. Really happy about the new businesses opening up here! Yes bring the energy and charm! Parking can be hard so park at Portsmouth Square garage

San Francisco Chinatown: 2026 Feb 7 (5 of 5)…read more Rediscovering San Francisco Chinatown: It's been eleven years since I last visited the Chinatown in San Francisco. What I remember: Chinatown was a bustling, dense, and vibrant enclave. The atmosphere was unique, created by the combination of its architecture, street life, sounds, and smells. Human activity was electric. It was a rush, as ladies pulling shopping carts jostled their way through the crowds, while little children tugged at their sleeves, trying to catch up with their mothers. I remember elderly men playing chess with one leg bent, and ladies practicing tai chi in the park. Today's Chinatown seemed more subdued. The high-energy I once experienced has toned down quite a bit. The scenes looked different. The once triple parked streets and crowded walkways looked almost deserted. San Francisco Chinatown is easily walkable. We walked along Waverly, Montgomery, Grant, California, Jackson, Columbus, Broadway, towards North Beach. Along the hidden alleys, I noticed colourful arts and paintings on the walls. A queue has formed outside the fortune cookie shop, so we joined in to take a peek. We stopped and peeked at the menus posted outside eateries. The menus still looked exotic - some items I couldn't even pronounce. San Francisco Chinatown's historic charm still exists and the walk is still adventurous. Would I return to this walkable enclave? You bet I will. There's always something that's 'new' to fresh eyes.