Skip the crowded downtown boutiques and head here for a dose of actual history. You get 60 minutes to wander the restored adobe structures and the quiet central courtyard. The blooming roses and arched stone corridors make for solid photos, but the real highlight is the peaceful cemetery grounds. Don't pay for a guided tour unless you crave deep-cut trivia; just grab an e-bike rental nearby and cycle the coast to get here.
Get your bearings with a classic open-top bus tour of the city. · See the skyline sparkle from the water on this evening cruise.
Walk across the world's most famous orange suspension bridge. · See the whole city in one day with a comprehensive guided tour. · Visit the historic waterfront for sea lions and sourdough bread.
