Wandering, Hiking and Muir Woods

My first true weekend in San Francisco after working a full week, I took advantage of the beautiful weather and continued to explore the city.  We had a long weekend from work, so I rented a car on Monday, drove over the Golden Gate Bridge and explored Muir Woods.  

All the nature in the area is amazing - one second you're in the woods, then on a mountain top, then on a beach and its all picture perfect.

Highlights of the weekend:

  • Japantown - A little part of Japanese history in SF
  • Alamo Square - Cute little park/neighborhood and home to The Painted Ladies (basically looks like the Full House neighborhood)
  • Golden Gate Park - Such a beautiful park to just take a walk in 
  • Mount Davidson - The highest natural point in SF at 928 feet which also features a cross that represents victims of the Armenian Genocide
  • Muir Woods - Peaceful park to see the redwood trees 
  • Golden Gate View Point in Mill Valley - Beautiful views of the Golden Gate Bridge from the Sausalito side

Japantown

The Painted Ladies in Alamo Square

The Japanese Tea Garden in Golden Gate Park

The Cross at Mount Davidson

Resting after hiking up Mount Davidson

The redwoods of Muir Woods

Fascinated by the redwoods

Golden Gate Bridge views



Comments

San said…
I love all the pictures! Especially the Redwoods!
February 8, 2021 at 6:16 PM
Marlene said…
Trishna, these photos are so awesome!!! I cant wait to see the other posts and photos.
March 1, 2021 at 3:40 PM
Girl With A Suitcase said…
@Marlene - thank you :) More coming as I have more adventures.
March 6, 2021 at 7:57 PM
Iliana said…
The weather was really nice while you were there! Great views.
February 16, 2023 at 12:05 PM
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