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APRIL 06, 2020

DIVE INTO THE UNEXPECTED AT THE CALIFORNIA ACADEMY OF SCIENCES

San Francisco may be known as a hotspot for dining, shopping, and entertainment, but our love for history, science, and the arts are second to none.

MARCH 02, 2020

MACY’S ANNUAL FLOWER SHOW: VOYAGE TO OCEANUM TAKES YOU ON A BOTANICAL ADVENTURE

If spring just can’t get here fast enough, mark your calendars for Macy’s Annual Flower Show: Voyage to Oceanum, A Sea of Inspiration, March 22 through April 5.

FEBRUARY 03, 2020

CELEBRATE THE LUNAR NEW YEAR IN SAN FRANCISCO'S CHINATOWN

While each and every city marches to the beat of its own drum, no one puts on a New Year celebration quite like San Francisco’s Chinatown.

JANUARY 06, 2020

VISIT AMERICA'S MOST NOTORIOUS PRISON

Your visit to San Francisco won’t be complete without making your way to America’s most notorious prison: Alcatraz.

DECEMBER 02, 2019

TAKE PART IN HOLIDAY TRADITIONS AT THE CIVIC CENTER

This time of year ushers in endless festive fun throughout the city. Families, couples, and friends can experience the magic of the holiday season in San Francisco by checking out all of the shows, lights, eats, and more that the city has to offer.

NOVEMBER 04, 2019

VISIT UNION SQUARE TO SEE THE OFFICIAL TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY

At the first twinkle of lights in Union Square, we know the holiday season has officially arrived in San Francisco.

OCTOBER 07, 2019

VISIT THE MISSION DISTRICT MURALS

Though there are so many incredible restaurants, museums, and shops to explore around the city, sometimes the best experiences are those found walking down the street.

SEPTEMBER 03, 2019

CATCH A RIDE ON THE CITY'S MOST ICONIC MOVING LANDMARK

There is no more famous sign of San Francisco than the city’s cable cars.

AUGUST 05, 2019

UNWIND AND ENJOY A PICNIC AT GOLDEN GATE PARK

One of our favorite places to enjoy a lazy afternoon is at the Golden Gate Park.

JULY 01, 2019

HEAD TO THE PIER FOR FOURTH OF JULY FUN

Head down to one of San Francisco’s most popular spots for some Fourth of July fun!

JUNE 03, 2019

JOIN THE CITY IN CELEBRATING PRIDE

Join us and the entire city of San Francisco in celebrating Pride on June 29 and June 30.

MAY 06, 2019

HIT THE GROUND RUNNING AT MT. DAVIDSON

An iconic landmark in San Francisco, Mt. Davidson will have you reaching new heights on your visit to the city.

APRIL 01, 2019

GET A TASTE OF SAN FRANCISCO AT THE FERRY BUILDING MARKETPLACE

Calling all foodies! A must-stop on your visit to San Francisco is the Ferry Building Marketplace, our city’s most popular public food market.

MARCH 04, 2019

TOUR THE CITY DURING ST. PATRICK'S DAY CELEBRATIONS

With spring on the horizon comes one of San Francisco’s favorite holidays—St. Patrick’s Day!

FEBRUARY 04, 2019

GET A TASTE OF CHINESE CULTURE IN CHINATOWN

You may have visited Chinatown in various cities all over the country, but Chinatown in San Francisco is an experience unlike any other, and you won’t want to miss out!

JANUARY 07, 2019

FISHERMAN'S WHARF IS A MUST-SEE STOP IN SAN FRANCISCO

Lined with fresh seafood, sweet treats, and souvenir shops, Fisherman’s Wharf has become synonymous with San Francisco.

DECEMBER 03, 2018

HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS IN THE CITY

Deck the halls and pour a cup of cheer, the month of December has so many fun, festive happenings to enjoy for the holiday season. No matter how you celebrate, we hope a few of our favorites will bring wonderful memories and magical moments to you and yours. Happy holidays!

NOVEMBER 05, 2018

WELCOME THE HOLIDAY SEASON AT UNION SQUARE

There’s no better telltale sign that the holiday season has arrived in San Francisco than the annual tree lighting in Union Square. This time-honored tradition gathers the community for the illumination of Macy’s Great tree with more than 1500 ornaments and a dazzling display of more than 30,000 lights.

OCTOBER 01, 2018

YERBA BUENA GARDENS: TRANQUILITY IN THE HEART OF THE CITY

With the largest fountain/waterfall on the West Coast, impressive public art installations, and an abundance of refreshingly green, cool, and quiet spaces, the Yerba Buena Gardens is a city dweller’s paradise. Encompassing two full blocks of public parks, it’s located between Third and Fourth Streets and Mission and Folsom Streets in downtown San Francisco.

SEPTEMBER 03, 2018

SEE THE BAY IN A WHOLE NEW WAY AT THE AQUARIUM

One of the most iconic features of any American city, San Francisco Bay has long been associated with romance and cosmopolitan adventure, in film, TV, and books. But the Bay is more than just the breathtaking panoramic views it affords from above.

AUGUST 06, 2018

SUSTAINABLE LIVING AND EATING AT THE FERRY PLAZA FARMERS MARKET

At the Harbor Court Hotel, we’re dedicated to promoting environmentally sustainable practices, and that’s one big reason we’re so happy to recommend the Ferry Plaza Farmers Market.

JULY 02, 2018

ESCAPE FROM ALCATRAZ

What do Al Capone, James “Whitey” Bulger, and Basil “The Owl” Banghart all have in common? If you guessed that they were all inmates at America’s most notorious prison, you’re absolutely right.

JUNE 03, 2018

SAN FRANCISCO JAZZES UP JUNE WITH THE 36TH ANNUAL SFJAZZ FEST

MAY 08, 2018

FORT POINT: A BIT OF HISTORY TUCKED BENEATH THE GOLDEN GATE BRIDGE

In 1794 Spanish forces constructed the Castillo de San Joaquin, fortified with up to 13 cannons, at the southern entrance of San Francisco Bay. Though the Castillo de San Joaquin has long since fallen to rubble, a new fortress, known as Fort Point, now stands on the same site beneath a soaring arch of the Golden Gate Bridge.

MARCH 06, 2018

SAN FRANCISCO CELEBRATES ST. PATRICK’S DAY

FEBRUARY 05, 2018

AMERICA’S BIGGEST CHINESE NEW YEAR PARADE

JANUARY 08, 2018

A FORTNIGHT FULL OF LAUGHTER AT THE SF SKETCHFEST

January may be one of the chillier times of the year, but it’s still a comedy lover’s paradise here in San Francisco at the SF Sketchfest. Now in its 17th year, this Northern California favorite offers up two weeks of side-splitting improv, sketch, stand-up, and film for your viewing pleasure.

DECEMBER 05, 2017

ILLUMINATE SAN FRANCISCO FESTIVAL OF LIGHT: A NEW TWIST ON AN OLD TRADITION

NOVEMBER 06, 2017

A CINEPHILE’S PARADISE

OCTOBER 07, 2017

BEER, BRATWURST, AND BELLY LAUGHS AT SAN FRANCISCO’S SOMA STREAT FOOD PARK

SEPTEMBER 04, 2017

GET A COOL NEW VIEW OF SAN FRANCISCO BAY AT THE BAY AREA'S PREMIER AQUARIUM

AUGUST 07, 2017

SAMPLE NOCAL'S FRESHEST ORGANIC PRODUCE AT THE FERRY PLAZA FARMERS MARKET

JULY 01, 2017

ALCATRAZ: AMERICA'S MOST NOTORIOUS PRISON

JUNE 03, 2017

THE SAN FRANCISCO JAZZ FESTIVAL

MAY 01, 2017

FORT POINT: A PIECE OF AMERICAN & HOLLYWOOD HISTORY

APRIL 01, 2017

WINE COUNTRY COMES TO SAN FRANCISCO

MARCH 05, 2017

AN IRISH PARADE JUST FOR SAN FRANCISCO

FEBRUARY 05, 2017

LOVERS' HAUNTS AND CAUTIONARY TALES

JANUARY 09, 2017

THE WEST COAST'S FIRST ESPRESSO BAR