M & I
While You Stay
Conservatory of Flowers
As the first public structure of its kind in the country, the Conservatory of Flowers serves as a safe haven for thought and imagination as visitors browse about some of the most exotic and rare blooms. Highly praised in the world of history, architecture, engineering, and nature, the Conservatory of Flowers has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places, and is considered an intensely valued landmark in San Francisco.
Lands End Trail
At the northwestern corner of San Francisco, there is wild and windy trail with stunning views at every turn... Lands End's trails winds their way around rocky cliffs above the ocean, moving through shady stands of cypress and eucalyptus and emerging on to spectacular views of the shore, headlands, and Golden Gate. A trip down the trail is also a journey through the history of Lands End, offering glimpses of the past at every turn.
Ferry Building
The Ferry Building is a stunning piece of architecture, but what’s really amazing about it is all of the delicious artisan food. Get oysters at Hog Island Oyster Company, chocolate from Dandelion, cheese from Cowgirl Creamery, a burger from Gott’s Roadside, “tacros” from Vive La Tarte, cocktails at Slanted Door, and beer from Fort Point Beer Company.
Golden Gate Bridge
Very touristy but 100% worth it. Once you’re on the other side, walk down to Sausalito to take in the water views, before taking the ferry back to SF.
Alcatraz Island
Located one-and-a-half miles from Fisherman's Wharf, Alcatraz is one of the city's most popular attractions. Take the ferry and take a tour of the cell house where prisoners lived. Although the last inmates were transferred off the island in 1963, the main prison block with its steel bars, claustrophobic cells, mess hall, library and "dark holes," where recalcitrant languished in inky blackness, is still structurally intact.
The Painted Ladies
The "Painted Ladies" have come to symbolize San Francisco architectural traditions, and are a staple of the city's landscape. Lounge in the park while you take in the views, and be sure to schedule time to take a tour inside one of the homes if you can!
Octavia
Amazing chef Melissa Perello’s distinctive follow-up to Frances in Pacific Heights supplies amazing New American–Californian cuisine highlighting use of local and seasonal ingredients.
Yank Sing
The perfect place to go if you love Dim Sum! Yank Sing is known for serving the best dumplings in SF.
Delfina
A tried-and-true destination, this Mission mainstay from Craig and Anne Stoll still wows with Northern Italian staples, notably fantastic homemade pastas that melt in your mouth.
Snowbird Coffee
Opened by former filmmaker Eugene Kim, Snowbird offers pour overs and espresso drinks featuring their house-roasted beans. If you love iced coffee, try their bottled homemade cold brew!