5 days in San Francisco & Ann Arbor Itinerary

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

Venture out of the city with trips to Point Reyes Safaris (in Point Reyes Station) and Muir Woods National Monument (in Mill Valley). There's still lots to do: explore the striking landscape of Alcatraz Island, take in the waterfront at Fisherman's Wharf, examine the collection at Cable Car Museum, and browse the different shops at Ferry Building Marketplace.

For photos, other places to visit, traveler tips, and other tourist information, go to the San Francisco trip app.

Use the Route module to find travel options from your starting location to San Francisco. In September, daily temperatures in San Francisco can reach 76°F, while at night they dip to 58°F. On the 29th (Tue), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel to Ann Arbor.

Ann Arbor is a city in the U.S. Start off your visit on the 30th (Wed): stroll the grounds of Michigan War Dog Memorial, then relax in the rural setting at Erwin's Orchard, then stroll around Parker Mill Park, and finally test your problem-solving skills at Decode Ypsilanti.

To see traveler tips, photos, maps, and other tourist information, read Ann Arbor road trip site.

Traveling by flight from San Francisco to Ann Arbor takes 7.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of subway and train. You'll lose 3 hours traveling from San Francisco to Ann Arbor due to the time zone difference. Expect little chillier evenings in Ann Arbor when traveling from San Francisco in September, with lows around 50°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Wed) to allow time to travel back home.