The Conservatory of Flowers is an impressive place. Pretty much year round the grounds are a carpet of colors. On nice days the place is full of people having picnics or just laying in the grass. The building itself is an impressive structure as well, containing hundreds of rare and exotic plants. Behind it though is the Dahlia Dell, a sectioned-off area planted full with vibrant dahlias. They begin to bloom in June and make for a very colorful summer as they reach their peak in September but can be viewed into the fall. There are always groups posing for photos and photographers vying for the perfect shot, a testament to the beauty of the dell.
Definitely bring a blanket and a book, the Conservatory is pretty hard to beat when it comes to places to enjoy a nice day.
Dahlia Dell
US$
free
Find your way with 157 Insider Tips from our Local Spotters
It's an easy hike with trees, ferns, and other bits of nature surrounding the trail. If you stop and listen, you will hear… nothing.
by
"Hook Fish Co" in San Francisco is deep in the Sunset Avenues and is perfect for when you have a hankering for some scrumptious fish tacos!
by
The building of the City Hall itself is an architectural wonder. Stand below the dome and wander through the main floor, which is open to the public!
by
I love coming to Alamo Square in San Francisco and getting a yummy park coffee from Lady Falcon Coffee Club and their converted 1940s bread truck!
by
"The Spire" in The Presidio in San Francisco is one of the many reasons to come visit. A natural skyscraper, it reminds me of Where the Wild Things Are...
by
"Saint Frank Coffee" in San Francisco feels like an airy museum on the inside. I always leave with a few bags of coffee and an iced latte in hand...
by
I've never been to a cafe that made me feel as if I had been teleported to another place than "Stable Cafe" in San Francisco... Felt like I was in Italy!
by
"The Mill SF" with its red brick exterior gets one curious straight away! I come here for their awesome toast, especially the cinnamon sugar toast!
by
TIme has almost forgotten the "Presidio Pet Cemetery" in San Francisco, with pet hedge stones & names from when this was an active Army base...
by
What makes "SPRO Coffee Lab" in San Francisco and its food truck special is their specialty crafted coffee drinks & artisanal goods. It's a gem of a spot!
by
"Park Life" in San Francisco is an art gallery space with fun arts & crafts supplies and home décor that will jazz up your home! So much to enjoy here...
by
"Pearl 6161" is a restaurant in San Francisco in an old laundromat. Its Mediterranean-meets-California vibe, the high ceiling and the tiles... I'm in love!
by
157 Insider Tips from our local Spotters
Authentic Stories by Real People
Escape the Crowd & Travel Slow 🐌
✓ 0 Insider Tips from our local Spotters
✓ 157 Insider Tips