Lonely Planet San Francisco, Pocket

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 showcase community pride and street-art bravado in all their glory.

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Pocket San Francisco travel guide:

• Perfect for short trips: Our Pocket guidebook format contains the best insider knowledge for planning trips between 1–7 days.
• User-friendly design: All-new structure and design that's easy to use so you can navigate San Francisco effortlessly.
• Exciting itineraries: 'Three Perfect Days' itineraries packed with unmissable attractions and activities.
• Eat, drink, and shop like a local: Extensive listings of the top restaurants, bars, markets, and street vendors.
• Vibrant visuals and maps: Includes stunning photography and a pull-out map of San Francisco.
• Explore on foot: Walking tours in every chapter introduce each area's personality and unique experiences.
• Fresh takes on must-visit sights: From Golden Gate Park to Haight Street and Chinatown.

Essential information toolkit:

• Tips on arriving and navigating transport confidently.
• Local etiquette and using money.
• LGBTIQ+ travel advice.
• Useful words and phrases.
• Accessibility tips.
• Responsible travel guidance.

Covers:

• 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 Alcatraz.

Get straight to the heart of this extraordinary destination and hit the ground running with Lonely Planet's Pocket San Francisco.