Frontier Airlines has round-trip Detroit-to-San Fransisco flights $138 for travel in September!
This is a really great flight from Detroit-to-San Fransisco at $138 for travel in September. This route touched $130 on 1/5/23, but since then has averaged $235 so this is a great price point. San Fransisco is a destination all on its own, but this city also serves as a great launch spot for so many other California adventures. Here are just a few of the things that you can do in and around San Fransisco:
Explore Golden Gate Park
This iconic urban park offers numerous attractions, including the California Academy of Sciences, the de Young Museum, the Japanese Tea Garden, and the Conservatory of Flowers.
Visit Alcatraz Island
Take a ferry to Alcatraz Island and tour the infamous former prison. Learn about its history and hear stories about some of its most notorious inmates.
Walk or Bike Across the Golden Gate Bridge
Enjoy stunning views of the city and the bay by walking or biking across the Golden Gate Bridge. There are designated paths for pedestrians and cyclists.
Explore Fisherman's Wharf
This bustling waterfront neighborhood is home to popular attractions like Pier 39, Ghirardelli Square, and the historic San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park. You can also enjoy fresh seafood, shop for souvenirs, and watch street performers.
Take a Cable Car Ride
Hop on one of San Francisco's iconic cable cars and ride through the city's hilly streets. The Powell-Hyde and Powell-Mason lines are particularly scenic.
Visit Chinatown
Explore the vibrant streets of San Francisco's Chinatown, the largest Chinatown outside of Asia. Enjoy authentic cuisine, browse shops with unique goods, and soak in the rich cultural heritage.
Muir Woods National Monument
Located just north of San Francisco, Muir Woods is known for its towering coastal redwood trees.
Sausalito
This picturesque town is located across the Golden Gate Bridge from San Francisco. It offers stunning waterfront views, charming shops, art galleries, and delicious seafood restaurants.
Napa Valley
A world-renowned wine region, Napa Valley is located about an hour north of San Francisco. It's home to numerous wineries, where you can enjoy wine tastings, tours, and beautiful vineyard landscapes.
Sonoma Valley
Another famous wine region neighboring Napa, Sonoma Valley offers a more laid-back and rustic atmosphere. It features excellent wineries, historic sites, and a charming town square in Sonoma Plaza.
Half Moon Bay
Situated about 30 miles south of San Francisco, Half Moon Bay boasts scenic coastal views, beautiful beaches, and charming downtown shops. It's also famous for its pumpkin festival held in October.
Monterey and Carmel-by-the-Sea
A bit farther south, these two coastal towns offer breathtaking ocean views, stunning beaches, and attractions like the Monterey Bay Aquarium and the 17-Mile Drive.
Yosemite National Park
Yosemite in the fall is about as good as it gets. SFO is 195 miles or about 4 hours from Yosemite Valley.
Enjoy!
Adam