Here at Tilden Hotel, we don’t simply serve up the finest boutique hospitality San Francisco has to offer—we also place our guests in an incredibly strategic location in the City by the Bay, with many of its most popular attractions within blissfully easy reach. Summer’s a wonderful time to explore all that San Francisco has to offer out of your Tilden guest room or suite, and we’ve rounded up 10 of the top things to do this season to whet your appetite.
(1) Join the Celebration at San Francisco Pride
There’s no bigger gathering of the LGBTQ+ community and its supporters in the country than the San Francisco Pride Celebration and Parade, typically held downtown during the last weekend of June.
(2) Rock Out at the Outside Lands Music & Arts Festival
Outside Lands brings massive crowds to Golden Gate Park each summer, featuring a legendary lineup of music, food, art, and culture. It’s one of the biggest music festivals on the West Coast—and an unforgettable way to experience the city’s creative spirit.
(3) Enjoy the West Coast’s Biggest Free Jazz Festival
The Fillmore Jazz Festival serves up incredible musicianship, delicious cuisine, arts-and-crafts vendors, and plenty of fun in the heart of the Pacific Heights District. Best of all? It’s free to attend!
(4) Go on a Wine-Tasting Safari
With world-famous wine country just a short drive away, San Francisco is a perfect base for oenophiles. From urban tasting rooms to day trips to Napa and Sonoma, you’ll find no shortage of options for sampling the region’s best vintages.
(5) Catch a Theater Production
From big-name musicals to indie stage performances, the San Francisco theater scene is thriving. Venues like the Orpheum and Golden Gate theaters offer spectacular shows, many of them just a quick walk or ride from Tilden Hotel.
(6) Take in the San Francisco Marathon
Whether you’re a runner or a spectator, the San Francisco Marathon is a quintessential summer event. The course showcases some of the city’s most iconic sights—including the Golden Gate Bridge—and starts and ends near the Embarcadero, not far from the hotel.
(7) Check Out the Car-Free Gatherings of Sunday Streets SF
Sunday Streets temporarily transforms busy neighborhoods into car-free zones filled with music, food, games, and community programming. Each neighborhood brings its own flavor to this vibrant open-streets initiative.
(8) Take Advantage of Free Museum Admission
Many of San Francisco’s best museums offer free admission days throughout the month. Favorites include the Asian Art Museum and the Museum of Craft & Design—perfect for a culturally enriching (and wallet-friendly) day out.
(9) Catch the Giants in Action
Baseball and summer go hand in hand. Oracle Park—home of the San Francisco Giants—is just a short ride from Tilden Hotel. Take in the views of the bay while cheering on the Orange and Black!
(10) Walk Lands’ End
At the northwestern tip of the city, Lands’ End offers one of the most scenic hikes in the Bay Area. You’ll enjoy dramatic coastal cliffs, views of the Golden Gate Bridge, and historic sites like the Sutro Baths and shipwreck remnants at low tide.
Whether you’re attending a festival, hiking along the ocean, or catching a show, Tilden Hotel puts you right in the center of it all for your ultimate San Francisco summer escape.