Bay Area Excursions

Enjoy the natural beauty of the San Francisco Bay Area with an escape from the city. Marin Headlands, one of myriad possibilities, is 15 minutes from downtown.

• Accross the Bridge

• • Sausalito: This Mediterranean-style town across the bay features a scenic marina, galleries, shops and cafes.
• • Muir Woods: Muir Woods National Monument is a great destination to view ancient redwood trees.

• San Francisco Islands

  • • Angel Island: Outdoor enthusiasts love the island's recreational opportunities, but the crowd-pleaser is the ferry ride. The view of SF's skyline and nearby Marin County are magnificent from the center of the bay.
  • • Alcatraz: Legendary figures such as Al Capone were imprisoned in this infamous jail.

• Inland Treasures

  • • Napa Valley: No trip to SF is complete without a wine tour of California's beautiful vineyards.
  • • Yosemite National Park: A spectacular park of glacial lakes, waterfalls and granite mountains.

• California Coastline

  • • Monterey: Enjoy the breathtaking coastline south on Highway 1 through Santa Cruz to the Cannery Row in Monterey.
  • • Carmel by the Sea: Enjoy great coastal views along the 17-Mile Drive.