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You’ll want at least 3 full days in San Francisco to really get a feel for the city. That’s enough time to hit the big highlights—Alcatraz, Golden Gate Bridge, Chinatown, North Beach, the Painted Ladies, and a stroll through Golden Gate Park. You can also squeeze in a side trip to Muir Woods or Sausalito if you’re up for a little adventure outside the city.
Day 1, do a solid city tour to cover all the neighborhoods and history. Day 2, hit Alcatraz in the morning and walk the bridge after lunch. Day 3, take it easy in the redwoods or sip some wine in Sausalito or Sonoma if you’re feeling fancy. Anything less than 3 days and you’ll be rushing around or missing the good stuff.
Locals always say SF is a small city but you could spend a lifetime here and still discover something new every week.