48 days in San Francisco Bay Area Itinerary

San Francisco is a top holiday destination featuring scenic beauty and great ethnic and cultural diversity.

Step off the beaten path and head to Marin Headlands and Walt Disney Family Museum. Get a sense of the local culture at Legion of Honor and Alcatraz Island. Venture out of the city with trips to Sunnyvale Bay Trail (in Sunnyvale), Half Moon Bay (Naples Beach, Roosevelt Beach, & more) and Winchester Mystery House (in San Jose). Spend the 14th (Fri) exploring nature at San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park. Spend the 25th (Tue) exploring nature at San Joaquin River National Wildlife Refuge. Next up on the itinerary: explore the activities along San Francisco Bay, trek along Lands End, get the lay of the land with Walking tours, and examine the collection at Cable Car Museum.

To find photos, more things to do, where to stay, and other tourist information, read our San Francisco driving holiday tool .

May in San Francisco sees daily highs of 69°F and lows of 53°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Tue) so you can travel back home.