Fun things to do in San Francisco (US)

Best and most fun things to do in San Francisco : Follow the crowd or avoid the queues by visiting the most popular attractions during the quiet hours as indicated below.

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de Young Museum (Museum)
50 Hagiwara Tea Garden Dr
4.6

de Young Museum is most popular around 2 PM on Saturdays. It's most quiet on Wednesdays.

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Chinatown San Francisco (Tourist destination)
Stockton St Tunnel
4.3

Chinatown San Francisco is most popular around 2 PM on Saturdays. Visitors usually stay up to 45 min here. It's most quiet on Mondays.

For more info visit the website or checkout Google Maps.

Tony's Pizza Napoletana (Pizza restaurant)
1570 Stockton St
4.5

Tony's Pizza Napoletana is most popular around 7 PM on Saturdays. Visitors usually stay 1-2 hours here. It's most quiet on Wednesdays.

Pizzeria

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Exploratorium (Museum)
Pier 15 Embarcadero at
4.7

Exploratorium is most popular around 2 PM on Saturdays. Visitors usually stay up to 3,5 hours here. It's most quiet on Tuesdays.

The Exploratorium is more than a museum—it’s a gateway to exploring science, art, and human perception with every visit. Let your curiosity roam through hundreds of exhibits, many focused on noticing and observation, in six spacious indoor and outdoor galleries. You’ll find thoughtful safety protocols, our one-of-a-kind store, dining, and more at our beautiful San Francisco bayside location.

For more info visit the website or checkout Google Maps.

Fog Harbor Fish House (Seafood restaurant)
Pier 39
4.5

Fog Harbor Fish House is most popular around 2 PM on Saturdays. Visitors usually stay 30 min to 1,5 hr here. It's most quiet on Wednesdays.

Ranked Top 5 Most Popular Restaurants in San Francisco according to Yelp. Award-winning clam chowder and spectacular views of the Golden Gate Bridge & Alcatraz. 100% sustainable seafood. Family owned and operated. 1 hour free parking validation.

For more info visit the website or checkout Google Maps.

Best Buy (Shopping)
1717 Harrison St
4.1

Best Buy is most popular around 3 PM on Saturdays. Visitors usually stay 20 min here. It's most quiet on Tuesdays.

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