6 days in Las Cruces & San Francisco Itinerary

On the 11th (Sat), make a trip to Las Cruces Water Tank Murals, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Basilica San Albino Catholic Church, then pause for some photo ops at Recycled Roadrunner Sculpture, and finally stroll around Veterans Memorial Park. Here are some ideas for day two: ponder the design of Plaza de Las Cruces, look for gifts at Heart of the Desert Pistachios & Wine, then explore the stunning scenery at Soledad Canyon Day Use Area, and finally walk around Dripping Springs Natural Area.

For more things to do, reviews, ratings, and other tourist information, use the Las Cruces day trip planning website.

Albuquerque to Las Cruces is an approximately 3.5-hour car ride. You can also take a bus. In March, daytime highs in Las Cruces are 71°F, while nighttime lows are 41°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Sun) to allow time to fly to San Francisco.

Explore San Francisco's surroundings by going to Muir Woods National Monument (in Mill Valley) and Point Reyes Safaris (in Point Reyes Station). The adventure continues: step off the mainland to explore Alcatraz Island, take in nature's colorful creations at Japanese Tea Garden, appreciate the extensive heritage of Filbert Street Stairs, and browse the eclectic array of goods at Ferry Plaza Farmers Market.

For where to stay, other places to visit, photos, and tourist information, refer to the San Francisco day trip planner.

You can fly from Las Cruces to San Francisco in 5.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. The time zone difference moving from Mountain Standard Time (MST) to Pacific Standard Time (PST) is minus 1 hour. Traveling from Las Cruces in March, expect nights in San Francisco to be a bit warmer, around 50°F, while days are little chillier, around 65°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Thu) so you can fly back home.