Trip to San Francisco
Top 5 things to do on a San Francisco trip
- Visit Golden Gate Park
- Ride a cable car
- See a show at the Fillmore
- Cheer on the Giants at AT&T Park
- Go for a tour of Alcatraz
You may feel compelled to leave your heart in San Francisco due to its welcoming and diverse atmosphere.
A San Francisco trip provides an eclectic downtown area with plenty to see and do within walking distance.
One of the most beautiful cities in the world, San Francisco is littered with historical sights and tours.
If you’ve never been to San Francisco, you owe yourself a proper adventure of exploring the history and culture it provides.
Numerous tours can help you navigate downtown and there are plenty of parks to explore, such as the Golden Gate Park.
Throughout San Francisco you’ll be able to marvel at historic architecture, have the very tough decision of choosing where to eat, visit museums, and much more.
We’ll try to help simplify your San Francisco trip by providing some our favorite hotels, shops, and restaurants listed below!
Transportation options in San Francisco
Our bus to San Francisco takes you Townsend St., between 4th and 5th St near the north entrance to the 4th Street Caltrain Station, in downtown San Francisco and a short walk to Union Square.
A few of our most popular routes in San Francisco include:
Upon your arrival, getting around on your San Francisco trip will be a breeze.
Take advantage of San Francisco’s public transportation via the Muni buses and trains.
If you’re in the mood for exercise, San Francisco is an easily walkable city or you could rent a bike.
You could even ride one of San Francisco’s historical downtown cable cars up and down Market Street all the way to Fisherman’s Wharf.
Taxis and ride shares are readily available as well.
Learn more about Megabus' top bus routes.
Best places to stay in San Francisco
After your long exhaustive day of sight-seeing, you’re going to need a place to crash. San Francisco is widely known for its amenities and extensive hotel accommodations.
There are plenty of hotels to choose from, making a San Francisco trip accessible for any traveler.
The most lavish hotels in San Francisco would be the Le Meridien San Francisco or Inn at the Presidio, putting you in a central location to many of the city’s sights.
Alternatively, many hotels such as the Casa Loma Hotel, Winsor Hotel, or other rentals are available at a lower cost and offer plenty of travel options for your trip to San Francisco.
Nightlife in San Francisco
By day, San Francisco is wild and lively. One could only imagine what it’s like after dark.
Whether you’re seeking nightclubs or dives, there are countless nightlife options on your trip to San Francisco.
If you’re looking for cocktails and an exotic atmosphere, Smuggler’s Cove in San Francisco provides a lively bar following a Tiki-pirate-theme. Offering plenty of craft cocktails and boasting over 200 kinds of rum, it’s a local favorite.
Make sure to check out Hawthorn if you’re looking for a Happy Hour locale and underground bar scene. Many locals flock to Hawthorn for their great cocktails, DJs, and space to dance.
For stand-up comedy fans, Cheaper Than Therapy is an outstanding venue to round out your San Francisco trip.
Where to shop on your San Francisco trip
Whether you’re looking to brag about your meals in San Fran or seeking retail therapy, San Francisco will be sure to meet your needs.
There will be no shortage of shopping options while you’re in the limits of the city. In Union Square, you’ll find all of the big name brand retailers and luxury shops.
Mission Street Shopping provides a more eclectic taste of downtown San Francisco shopping. Here locals and tourists are able to choose from a plethora of specialty foods, local crafts, flowers and more.
However, you can’t bring up shopping in San Francisco without mentioning Fillmore Street. Fillmore Street offers some of San Francisco’s tastiest restaurants as well as provides a broad range of stylistic and chic shopping.
Best Free things to do in San Francisco
- Walk across Golden Gate Bridge
- Visit Fort Point
- Cable Car Museum
- City Hall
- Walking Tour
Even the most frugal of travelers will find something to love on their San Francisco trip.
There are plenty of free walking tours available allowing you to access this all of the beauty and history of San Francisco. Museums, such as the Cable Car Museum are free to the public and the Golden Gate Bridge and Park can be enjoyed without spending a dime.
You can even soak in the culture on your trip to San Francisco by people-watching on Fishermen’s Wharf, where it will often be buzzing with activity and numerous street musicians and performers are welcome.
Benefits of taking a bus trip to San Francisco
- reserved seating
- fares starting at just $1*
When booking a San Francisco trip, you’re looking for the lowest costs, trip flexibility, and the best means to arrive comfortably and safely.
Look no further, because Megabus offers the easiest and most affordable options for traveling to San Francisco, with fares as low as $1*.
With the money you save on bus tickets to San Francisco, you’ll be left with more to spend on your upcoming San Francisco trip.
Megabus serves more than 100 cities and university campuses across North America, allowing you to choose the bus stop nearest to you and select your flexible schedule for your San Francisco trip.
This will ensure that when you arrive, you can immediately begin exploring the beauty of San Francisco.
On your San Francisco trip, you’ll be offered the highest level of comfort and safety as well as amenities such as onboard restrooms, individual power outlets, three-point seatbelts, and reclining seats.
So if you’re planning on taking a San Francisco trip, book your ticket with us today to reserve your seat and see our first-class amenities firsthand.