Some of the best places near San Francisco are a short drive away. Pick a direction. Wine country and redwoods to the north, beaches and surf towns to the south, East Bay food scenes across the Bay Bridge.
🌲 North
Wine Country, Point Reyes & Redwoods
Vineyards, redwood canyons, and Pacific headlands.
3 destinations · 45 min to 1.5 hrs · Car recommended
🚂 East
Berkeley, Oakland & Mount Diablo
Sunnier than SF, with food scenes that match it.
3 destinations · 30 min to 1 hr · BART-accessible
🌊 South
Half Moon Bay, Santa Cruz & Big Sur
Highway 1 south. Sea cliffs, surf towns, and state beaches.
3 destinations · 40 min to 2.5 hrs · Car required
🚴 Marin County
Sausalito, Muir Woods & Stinson Beach
Redwoods, beaches, and coastal trails. 30 to 60 minutes from downtown.
3 destinations · 30 to 60 min · Bike + ferry possible
