San Francisco trip cost estimate
A compact hillside city of bridges, neighborhoods, foggy viewpoints, and standout food.
Daily budget baseline: $180 USD. Short high-energy city trips
Top attractions
- 1. Golden Gate Bridge — Walk or viewpoint stops over the bay.
- 2. Alcatraz Island — Ferry trip to the famous former prison.
- 3. Fisherman’s Wharf — Waterfront piers and seafood stalls.
- 4. Painted Ladies — Classic Victorian houses near Alamo Square.
- 5. Chinatown — Historic streets, bakeries, and shops.
Must-try dishes
- Sourdough clam chowder — Chowder in a sourdough bread bowl. (avg $12.00)
- Mission burrito — Oversized burrito from the Mission District. (avg $14.00)