Family Friendly Summer Travel in San Francisco, California

San Francisco is the perfect travel destination during your family's summer break. With its stunning parks and beaches, world-famous attractions, and year-round temperate climate, you and the kids are guaranteed to have an unforgettable visit.

From arrival to departure, Four Seasons San Francisco at Embarcadero offers the perfect combination of luxury and family fun to play home during your vacation. Whether you’re taking in the panoramic views of the city skyline on The Overlook or indulging in the spacious guest rooms, suites and spa-like bathroom, you can relax in style while the kids have room to play and make lasting memories. Located in the heart of the city, you're just minutes away from all that San Francisco has to offer. Take the family to explore the Golden Gate Bridge or even take a ferry ride to the infamous Alcatraz Island. With its warm hospitality, luxurious amenities, and convenient location, your family is sure to have an amazing time. Experience the ideal summer vacation in San Francisco with these pursuits in mind:

What to do – For a fun-filled afternoon of science and discovery, check out San Francisco’s Exploratorium. With an ever-changing selection of exhibits, activities, and events, the Exploratorium provides an immersive learning experience for guests of all ages. Kids can explore the worlds of technology, engineering, and mathematics and it’s just a short 15-minute walk from Four Seasons Embarcadero. The Aquarium of The Bay is another perfect summer adventure for the whole family. Home to more than 20,000 marine animals including sharks, rays, octopuses, jellyfish, and more, The Bay Aquarium is sure to have something to captivate and entertain everyone.

Where to Eat – Introduced in February 2023, Orafo at Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero is the perfect destination for a light bite and refreshing drink or sit-down dinner for the family. At Orafo, Chef Gunnar Planter presents diners with dishes that pay homage to regional Italian specialties with a Californian twist – drawing inspiration from Tuscany and Calabria, offering tableside finishes, and working with authentic ingredients overnighted from Italy that accentuate the bountiful local produce in the Northern Bay Area. Guests can indulge in a menu of sharable appetizers such as Culatello and Buffalo Mozzarella and Tuna Bresaola Carpaccio and a la carte entrees starring handmade pastas from pappardelle to orecchiette to campanelle, as well as large format main dishes such as porchetta and branzino.

How to Get Around – Rollercoasting through the city, cable cars are an iconic and unique form of transportation in San Francisco. When riding on the cable cars, you’re opting for the scenic route and won’t be disappointed by the stunning city views from each and every angle. No need to reserve a spot in advance, just purchase a ticket, hop on and enjoy the ride!