Travel guide (in English) - San Francisco & Northern California 2026 | Lonely Planet

English-language guide to San Francisco and Northern California with tourist information, itinerary ideas, and addresses.

Publisher's description:
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 experience 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 remember with 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
Expert 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; transportation; local label; using money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and sentences; accessibility; and responsible travel
Connect with San Francisco and Northern California culture 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