24 hours in San Francisco itinerary

Check off the Golden Gate Bridge

Views from the Golden Gate bridge are quite special, and photography will be far easier without the crowds bumping into you.

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Visit the Palace of Fine Arts

This is one of the most popular tourist attractions in San Francisco and your Instagram will not be complete without a picture in front of the Roman columns.

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Hang out at the Golden Gate Park

It is home to some of the coolest things like bison, windmills, museums, and acres and acres of forested space.

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Explore Chinatown

We recommend that you visit the Chinese Historical Society of America Museum, which chronicles the history of Chinese immigrants in the United States.

STOP  4

Head to the North Beach

The neighborhood is home to a large Italian immigrant population and is known for its authentic Italian restaurants and cafes.

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Finish sightseeing at the Fisherman's Wharf

Anyone coming to San Francisco will want to have the Fisherman's Wharf on top of their must-see list. You can watch the sea lions at Pier 39, visit the Aquarium of the Bay, take a ferry ride to Alcatraz Island & more

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