Of course, you may wonder if you\u2019ll really be able to get a good feel for San Francisco in 2 days. Rest assured that if you follow our itinerary, it\u2019s not only doable, but a whole lot of fun!<\/span><\/p>\n Here are our recommendations for a fun-filled 2 days in San Francisco.<\/span><\/p>\n Kickstart your 48 hours in San Francisco with breakfast at the <\/span>Ferry Building Marketplace<\/span><\/a>, which is home to a number of regional artisan food, beverage, and retail vendors.<\/span><\/p>\n Head to <\/span>Blue Bottle Coffee<\/span><\/a> for a beautifully made caff\u00e9 latte. With your fancy cup of joe in hand, meander over to <\/span>Acme Bread<\/span><\/a> to pick up a flaky, buttery pastry, or try a boiled-then-wood-fired bagel with cream cheese at <\/span>Daily Driver<\/span><\/a>. Then walk to the back of the Ferry Building, where you can sit along the water and enjoy views of the SF Bay while you eat.<\/span><\/p>\n Now that you\u2019re all fueled up, you can walk\u2014or <\/span>ride a bike<\/span><\/a>\u2014along the Embarcadero through Fisherman\u2019s Wharf, Fort Mason, and the Marina Green, all the while taking in gorgeous views of <\/span>Alcatraz Island<\/span><\/a> and the <\/span>Golden Gate Bridge<\/span><\/a>. You\u2019ll know you\u2019re close when you hit Crissy Field, a waterfront park on the east side of the bridge.<\/span><\/p>\n Called one of the \u201cWonders of the Modern World,\u201d the Golden Gate Bridge draws more than 10 million visitors a year with its Art Deco walkways and tower decorations. Enjoy stunning scenery in every direction as you make your way across the bridge and back.<\/span><\/p>\n With several miles of walking or cycling under your belt, you\u2019ll no doubt build up quite an appetite. <\/span>La Mediteranee<\/span><\/a> in the Upper Fillmore will fill your belly with some really satisfying eats. Go for the grilled salmon kebab served on a bed of fluffy rice pilaf. Or the grilled chicken shawarma sandwich dressed with a tangy <\/span>tzatziki<\/span><\/i> (cucumber yogurt) sauce.<\/span><\/p>\n When you\u2019re finished, you can stroll along Fillmore Street and pop in and out of the upscale shops in the neighborhood. If you have room for dessert, get a seasonal ice cream scoop at <\/span>Salt & Straw<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n Time for a bit (OK, <\/span>a lot<\/span><\/i>) of culture. The <\/span>San Francisco Museum of Modern Art<\/span><\/a> is the first West Coast museum dedicated to 20th century art with upwards of 33,000 pieces housed in 170,000 square feet of renovated galleries.<\/span><\/p>\n To be honest, you\u2019ll probably only have time and energy to take in a few of the exhibits in this enormous space. After two or three hours, walk across the street and take a breather at <\/span>Yerba Buena Gardens<\/span><\/a>. Or take a quick afternoon siesta wherever you\u2019re calling home during your 2 days in San Francisco.<\/span><\/p>\n Local\u2019s Tip: <\/b>Make the most of your visit to the unique city of San Francisco when you stay at a <\/span>boutique hotel<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n After you\u2019ve recovered from the day\u2019s activities, you can head out to dinner at <\/span>Burma Love<\/span><\/a> in downtown SF. A spinoff of perennial favorite Burma Superstar, this sleek and modern restaurant is all about the bright, bold flavors of\u2014you guessed it\u2014Burma (Myanmar).<\/span><\/p>\n Start with the <\/span>platha<\/span><\/i> and dip\u2014buttery, fried flatbread that you tear into pieces and dip into a rich and savory coconut chicken sauce. Then tuck into the tasty tea leaf salad, Burmese lamb curry, eggplant basted in garlic sauce, and garlicky noodles with shrimp.<\/span><\/p>\n End day one of your San Francisco itinerary with a live performance in SF\u2019s downtown theater district. Plays and musicals often make their way from Broadway to the city by the Bay, running at venues like the Orpheum Theatre <\/span>(1192 Market Street)<\/span><\/i>, <\/span>Curran<\/span><\/a>, <\/span>Golden Gate Theatre<\/span><\/a>, and <\/span>American Conservatory Theater<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n It\u2019s just a few minutes on foot from Burma Love to the theater district, but be sure to give yourself enough time to get there, find your seats, and settle in for a great show.<\/span><\/p>\n Rise and shine! Start your second day in San Francisco with a lovely brunch at <\/span>Zazie<\/span><\/a> in Cole Valley. This cute eatery boasts a mean eggs Benedict, made eight different ways. We\u2019re partial to the \u201cMonaco\u201d, which comes with prosciutto and tomatoes <\/span>proven\u00e7ales<\/span><\/i>.<\/span><\/p>\n If you\u2019re craving a sweet breakfast, go for the French toast Tahiti (<\/span>pain de mie<\/span><\/i> French toast stuffed with caramelized bananas and walnuts), or the gingerbread pancakes with meyer lemon curd and bosc pears. But pass on the mimosas\u2014you\u2019ll need caffeine to help you power through this fun-filled day.<\/span><\/p>\n Next up is a trip to <\/span>Golden Gate Park<\/span><\/a>, which is only a six-minute walk from Zazie. Ten lakes, multiple gardens and groves, two windmills, a conservatory of flowers, and a bison paddock are just a few of the attractions scattered throughout the park\u2019s 1,000+ acres. Take advantage of the city\u2019s <\/span>bikeshare program<\/span><\/a> so that you can cover as much ground as possible.<\/span><\/p>\n Golden Gate Park is also home to the distinctive\u00a0<\/span>de Young Museum<\/span><\/a>, which hosts temporary exhibits along with permanent fine arts collections. Across from the de Young sits the\u00a0<\/span>Cal Academy of Sciences<\/span><\/a>, whose aquarium, planetarium, and rainforest\u2014along with its living green roof\u2014thrill kids of all ages.<\/span><\/p>\n All that touring in Golden Gate Park will burn off the big breakfast you had at Zazie. Get ready for a late lunch at <\/span>Dumpling Home<\/span><\/a> in Hayes Valley.<\/span><\/p>\n Everything on the menu is good at this casual restaurant with plenty of outdoor seating. Dishes we recommend are the juicy <\/span>xiao long bao<\/span><\/i> (Chinese soup dumplings), pork and chive dumplings, pork dumplings in sesame sauce and chili oil, and the spicy <\/span>dan dan<\/span><\/i> noodles.<\/span><\/p>\n Stay awhile in <\/span>Hayes Valley<\/span><\/a> to get in some retail therapy. A handful of hip boutiques line Hayes Street between Franklin and Laguna, covering home d\u00e9cor, jewelry, shoes, athleisure, high-end fashion, and more.<\/span><\/p>\n When you\u2019ve had your fill of Hayes Valley, then head over to the gritty Mission District. Cruise up and down the Valencia corridor, which is chock full of an eclectic mix of shops, including everything from clothing and skincare to pirate supplies and taxidermy.<\/span><\/p>\n Finish up with a meal at lively <\/span>Lolo<\/span><\/a> in the Mission, where fresh, local California ingredients take the dynamite flavors of Jalisco, Mexico, to the next level. Lolo fills up fast, so arrive on the earlier side to snag a table, either indoors or outside.<\/span><\/p>\n Order a margarita or other tequila-spiked drink, and get ready to inhale a parade of flavorful tapas. Our favorites are fresh fish and shrimp ceviche in a piquant citrus-roasted pepper sauce, and free-range chicken tinga with bacon and black beans on blue corn tostadas.<\/span><\/p>\n Want to end your 2 days in San Francisco with a nightcap? Check out our short list of <\/span>SF\u2019s best cocktail bars<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n As a food tour company, we’ve got you covered! Our local experts have put together a list of the top eight best San Francisco restaurants<\/a>.<\/p>\n There are tons of cool things to do in this city! A few of our favs include taking a cooking class<\/a> (homemade ramen, anyone?) and hopping on one of these San Francisco boat tours<\/a> to visit Alcatraz or see whales in the wild. Bookmark our article on San Francisco off the beaten path<\/a> for even more cool ideas!<\/p>\n San Francisco has a wealth of amazing activities for tiny travelers, too! We have a complete list of fun things to do in San Francisco with kids<\/a>.<\/p>\n Yes, we do. Check out our guide to the best places to visit in San Francisco for free<\/a>!<\/p>\n![\"View](\"https:\/\/assets.devourtours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/pexels-anas-hinde-3249412.jpg\")
Day 1 in San Francisco<\/span><\/h2>\n
Breakfast at the Ferry Building Marketplace<\/span><\/h3>\n
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Visit the Golden Gate Bridge<\/span><\/h3>\n
Lunch at La Mediteranee<\/span><\/h3>\n
Art Appreciation at SFMOMA<\/span><\/h3>\n
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Dinner at Burma Love<\/span><\/h3>\n
See a Live Show in the Theater District<\/span><\/h3>\n
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Day 2 in San Francisco<\/span><\/h2>\n
Brunch at Zazie<\/span><\/h3>\n
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Tour Golden Gate Park<\/span><\/h3>\n
Lunch at Dumpling Home<\/span><\/h3>\n
Retail Therapy in Hayes Valley and the Mission<\/span><\/h3>\n
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Dinner and Drinks at Lolo<\/span><\/h3>\n
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FAQs: San Francisco Trip Itinerary<\/h2>\n
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