3 days in California Itinerary

San Francisco is a top holiday destination featuring scenic beauty and great ethnic and cultural diversity.

Kick off your visit on the 25th (Fri): contemplate the waterfront views at San Francisco Bay. On the next day, take in the views from Golden Gate Bridge, take in the waterfront at Fisherman's Wharf, and then head off the coast to Alcatraz Island.

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Atlanta to San Francisco is an approximately 6.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. The time zone changes from Eastern Standard Time to Pacific Standard Time, which is usually a -3 hour difference. Expect little chillier temperatures when traveling from Atlanta in September; daily highs in San Francisco reach 76°F and lows reach 58°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 27th (Sun) to allow time for travel back home.