5 days in San Francisco & Yosemite National Park Itinerary

On the 24th (Fri), head off the coast to Alcatraz Island, take a leisurely stroll along Fisherman's Wharf, and then make a trip to Golden Gate Bridge. On the 25th (Sat), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: see the interesting displays at de Young Museum, get curious at Exploratorium, and then take a stroll through Union Square.

To see reviews, maps, where to stay, and tourist information, refer to the San Francisco vacation planning app.

Louisville to San Francisco is an approximately 7.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. The time zone difference moving from Eastern Standard Time (EST) to Pacific Standard Time (PST) is minus 3 hours. Expect somewhat warmer temperatures when traveling from Louisville in February; daily highs in San Francisco reach 62°F and lows reach 48°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Sun) early enough to travel to Yosemite National Park.

On the 26th (Sun), explore and take pictures at Tioga Pass, identify plant and animal life at Nature Center at Happy Isles, then admire the masterpieces at Yosemite Museum Gallery, then get great views at Valley View, and finally take in the dramatic scenery at Yosemite Falls. On the 27th (Mon), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: explore the wealth of natural beauty at Bridalveil Fall, then look for all kinds of wild species at McGurk Meadow, then identify plant and animal life at Cathedral Beach Picnic Area, and finally trek along Yosemite Valley Loop Trail.

For photos, other places to visit, more things to do, and more tourist information, refer to the Yosemite National Park day trip tool.

The Route module can help you plan travel from San Francisco to Yosemite National Park. While traveling from San Francisco, expect a bit cooler days and colder nights in Yosemite National Park, ranging from highs of 48°F to lows of 18°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Tue) so you can fly back home.