With so many things to do in San Francisco – including world-class restaurants, amazing bars and beautiful beaches – it’s easy to stay within the city limits and never leave them. However, every local in the Bay Area gets a little crazy every now and then. Sometimes you just have to get away and a day trip is just the thing. The best day trips from San Francisco offer a little fun, relaxation, and a chance to experience something new.
Luckily, all you have to do is set out – or hop on a train, bus or ferry – to explore the region’s many wonders; This means there are plenty of enticing day trips to choose from at any time of the year. From San Francisco’s Perch on the Bay, you can easily immerse yourself in entirely different worlds in under two and a half hours. Explore the Sierra Nevada foothills, a historic lighthouse, a moose sanctuary, quaint towns, an exhilarating coastal drive with incredible views, and more.
Escape the city for a day and you might find your new favorite cafe tucked away down a small street or a fantastic bookshop that has just what you want. Hike a trail to gain a new perspective and reconnect with nature, or visit the home base of local suppliers who supply the city’s restaurants and grocery stores. After exploring the immediate area, venture a little further and plan a weekend getaway.
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