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San Francisco with Kids: The Best Family Itinerary

San Francisco is fun for families, with cable cars, sea lions and redwoods. Here is how to spend a family trip in the city — with the best-rated kid-friendly tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Cable car ride
  2. 2Fisherman’s Wharf
  3. 3Golden Gate Bridge
  4. 4Muir Woods

Ride a cable car

Clang up the famous hills.

See the Wharf

Watch the sea lions at Pier 39.

Bridge and redwoods

Cross the Golden Gate and walk Muir Woods.

San Francisco with kids — FAQ

Is San Francisco good for kids?
Yes — riding the cable cars, the sea lions at Pier 39, a bay cruise under the Golden Gate Bridge, and walking among the redwoods of Muir Woods make San Francisco a fun, varied family destination.
What are the best things to do in San Francisco with children?
Top family picks are a cable car ride, Fisherman’s Wharf and Pier 39 sea lions, a bay cruise, the Golden Gate Bridge, and Muir Woods.
Is San Francisco easy to visit with kids?
Yes — compact and full of cable cars, waterfronts and nature, San Francisco is family-friendly; bring layers, as the weather and fog can change quickly.

Explore more in San Francisco

AlcatrazGolden Gate & CityBay CruisesMuir Woods