San Francisco

Discover twice the city in half the time as Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the ultimate short trip to San Francisco.This latest edition uncovers the city's most popular experiences and unexpected surprises from stepping onto 'the Rock' to explore lockup life at notorious Alcatraz, to following LGBTQ+ trailblazers on the Rainbow Honor Walk, and taking in over 400 Mission Murals that show community pride and street-art bravado in all their glory.Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Pocket San Francisco travel guide:Our Pocket guidebook format contains the best insider knowledge for planning trips between 1 - 7 daysAll-new structure and design that's easy to use so you can navigate San Francisco effortlesslyExciting 'Three Perfect Days' itineraries that are packed with unmissable attractions and activitiesEat, drink and shop like a local with extensive listings of the top restaurants, bars, markets and street vendorsVibrant photography and maps including a pull out map of San FranciscoExplore on foot! Walking tours in every chapter introduce each area's personality and unique experiencesGet fresh takes on must-visit sights from Golden Gate Park to Haight Street and ChinatownEssential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; navigating transport confidently; local etiquette; using money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travelCovers : Golden Gate Bridge, the Presidio, Marina & Wharf; Downtown, Civic Center & SoMa; Chinatown & North Beach; Japantown, Fillmore & Pacific Heights; The Mission; The Castro; The Haight & Hayes Valley; Golden Gate Park & the Avenues plus a day trip to AlcatrazGet straight to the heart of this extraordinary destination and hit the ground running with Lonely Planet's Pocket San Francisco.