Overview
Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan a multi-week adventure to San Francisco and Northern California. Sip wine in Napa, visit Alcatraz, roam Redwood National & State Parks, with our classic travel guide that's packed with comprehensive itineraries, maps and essential tips so you can create the trip of a lifetime.
Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to San Francisco and Northern California.
Discover San Francisco and Northern California's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from getting lost ambling among ancient groves at Redwood National & State Parks, home to the world's tallest trees; to experiencing goosebumps as you roam the empty cells in Alcatraz; and sampling some of America's best wines in famous Napa Valley.
Build a trip to rememberwith Lonely Planet's San Francisco and Northern California travel guide:
- Our classic guidebook format contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips
- All-new structure and design that's easy to use so you can navigate San Francisco and Northern California effortlessly
- Exciting itineraries help you create your perfect adventure with suggestions for extended journeys, day trips, walking tours and activity-led excursions
- xpert local recommendations on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and more
- Vibrant photography and maps
- Get fresh takes on must-visit sights from the Golden Gate Bridge to Sonoma wine country
- Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; transport; local etiquette; using money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travel
- Connect with San Francisco and Northern Californiaculture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditions
- Covers: San Francisco; Marin County & Bay Area; Napa & Sonoma Wine Country; North Coast & Redwoods
Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary part of the world with Lonely Planet's San Francisco and Northern California.
This book title, Lonely Planet San Francisco and Northern California, ISBN: 9781787016071, by Lonely Planet, published by Lonely Planet (January 27, 2026) is available in paperback. Our minimum order quantity is 25 copies. All standard bulk book orders ship FREE in the continental USA and delivered in 4-10 business days.
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