San Francisco, or "The City by the Bay", is a multi-cultural, diverse city that is near some of the most picturesque areas on the Pacific Coast. San Francisco is a great place for any traveler to visit. Into the outdoors? Golden Gate Park and the connected walking/biking trail will take you on a beautiful walk on the waterfront with breathtaking views of the Golden Gate Bridge. More of a foodie? The culinary scene in San Francisco is legendary. From the famous Mission Burritos in the Mission District to the largest, most authentic, ChinaTown outside of China. There is a restaurant, or 5, for any picky eater. Into wine? San Francisco is the gateway to California wine country, a quick 1.5-hour drive will have you sipping the finest California Chardonnay's in Sonoma or Napa. If you are looking for a fun, food-filled weekend getaway, Book a vacation rental now to come to explore all that San Francisco has to offer.
San Francisco has 2 major airports to choose from. San Francisco International Airport (SFO) for international and domestic travel, located 13 miles south of the city and Oakland International Airport (OAK) which services more domestic flights and is also located about 13 miles out of the city. San Francisco is fairly spread out so a car rental may be a good option for those wanting to explore the surrounding areas. For easy rail service into the city from either airport, use the Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) to get to your vacation home and around the city.
Getting around town? Like every major city, traffic can be an issue, but you can still get around rather easily using rideshare companies, taxis, the metro bus, and the BART. Plus, you will save on high parking fees throughout the city. San Francisco is very walkable, but if you're not up for walking the famous hills downtown on foot, take the famous cable car! San Francisco is a major city that offers many ways to get you to and from your vacation rental.
San Francisco is on the bay and is famous for its temperate weather with a side of fog. During your stay, you are likely to encounter cool, foggy mornings and there may be some rainy days, so pack a rain jacket and bring layers. Mornings and evenings tend to be cooler while the afternoons average from 60-70 degrees. July-September are the warmest months and January is the coldest. March and April are the rainiest and July tends to be the driest. Make sure to book a vacation rental with your preferred cooling and heating features.
San Francisco has around 8,300 vacation accommodation options to choose from in the city alone. Apartment rentals make up the majority of vacation rentals with an average nightly price of $250 for around 1100ft which can accommodate 4 people making it a good option for a mid-size group or family. There are plenty of options in San Francisco's many areas to choose your next vacation rental.