Activities & Attractions (20)
Bay Model Visitor Center
Interactive exhibit on SF Bay ecology, quick and air-conditioned.
Sausalito Boardwalk
Wooden boardwalk stretching along the bay with benches and open views back toward San Francisco and Alcatraz.[7]
Sausalito Ferry Landing
Visit the ferry terminal area for skyline views, photos of the bay, and the option to take the Golden Gate Ferry to or from San Francisco.
Battery Spencer
Scenic overlook with jaw-dropping Golden Gate Bridge panoramas and short trails for photos.
Bridgeway Promenade (Sausalito Waterfront Walk)
Walk along Bridgeway from the ferry area past galleries, boutiques, and marinas; pause on benches to watch sailboats and sea lions if you’re lucky.
Cavallo Point Lodge Grounds
Explore expansive lawns, pools, spa gardens, and bay trails with peacocks and history exhibits.
Downtown Sausalito Galleries and Boutiques
Browse small art galleries, local craft shops, and upscale boutiques clustered along Bridgeway and nearby streets.
Dunphy Park
Grassy waterfront park with a small beach area and picnic spots overlooking the bay and houseboats.
Golden Gate Bridge Viewpoint at Fort Baker
Head to nearby Fort Baker for a different angle of the Golden Gate Bridge from water level, with trails, piers, and cove views.
Golden Gate Bridge Views from Downtown
Prime photo spots along Bridgeway with ferry dock foregrounds and easy access for family selfies.
Golden Gate Bridge Vista Point
Scenic overlook just north of Sausalito for bridge and city panoramas.
Headlands Dark Sky Park
Short drive to Marin Headlands for stargazing and trails.
Marin Headlands (Golden Gate Bridge Viewpoints)
Short drive from Sausalito to dramatic cliffside viewpoints of the Golden Gate Bridge, Pacific Ocean, and San Francisco skyline.
San Francisco Bay Cruise from Sausalito
1-2 hour narrated boat tour past Alcatraz, Angel Island, and sea lions; covered decks for all weather.
Sausalito Art Galleries
Browse local artist works along Bridgeway in boutique galleries.
Sausalito Boardwalk and Downtown Boutiques
Wander the wooden boardwalks and narrow streets just off Bridgeway, browsing art galleries, souvenir shops, and small design stores.
Sausalito Food and Wine Tour
Guided walk visiting 4 spots for bites, wines, and history.
Sausalito Houseboat Tours
Self-guided or guided walk along floating homes at Schoonmaker Point Marina.
Sausalito Waterfront Promenade
Hand-in-hand walk along Bridgeway with shops, galleries, and bay sights.
Sausalito Waterfront Walk (Bridgeway Promenade)
Stroll along Bridgeway and the waterfront promenade, taking in views of San Francisco, the marina, and houseboats while browsing cafes and shops.
Restaurants & Food (19)
Poggio Trattoria
Northern Italian classics; share meatballs, prosciutto starters, and daily pastas.
The Spinnaker
Upscale bayfront dining with seafood towers, steak, and pasta; sunset terrace views of the bridge.
Barrel House Tavern
Casual tavern; go for flatbreads and local brews.
Scoma's Of Sausalito
Fresh seafood Italian; try seared tuna, clam chowder, or pasta with bay views.
Bar Bocce
Casual bayside spot with a fire pit, bocce court, and excellent thin-crust pizzas; order a margherita or prosciutto pizza and a craft beer or spritz.
Caffè Trieste Sausalito
Classic Italian-style café for espresso drinks, pastries, and light breakfast; order a cappuccino and a fresh croissant or breakfast sandwich.
Cavallo Point Murray Circle
Fine dining in a historic lodge with farm-to-table eggs, pancakes, and bay-view patio.
Fish
Casual seafood house with sustainable fish & chips, chowder, and kid-sized portions in a lively dockside setting.
Fish Restaurant
Casual dockside seafood spot focused on fresh, sustainable fish; order at the counter and enjoy cioppino, fish tacos, or grilled fish on the patio.[4]
Fish.
Sustainable seafood; try fish tacos or cioppino.
Fred's Coffee Shop
Classic breakfast spot known for generous portions and hearty American comfort dishes; try the pancakes or eggs benedict.[4][10]
Hamburgers Sausalito
Iconic spot; classic grass-fed burger.
Le Garage
French bistro in marina; try roasted chicken, duck, or chocolate fondant dessert.
Osteria Divino
Florentine farm-to-table; enjoy gnocchi pesto, risotto, warm focaccia, and live music.
Sal's Mexican Restaurant
Tacos and margaritas with casual patio.
Scoma’s of Sausalito
Waterfront seafood restaurant on the pier; try the Dungeness crab, clam chowder, or mixed seafood grill with a glass of wine.
Scoma's Restaurant
Classic Sausalito seafood icon with cioppino, lobster, and family platters dockside.
Scoma's Sausalito
Seafood-focused; oysters and pasta with bay views.
Venice Gourmet
Deli, bakery, and wine shop where you can build sandwiches, charcuterie, and grab prosecco or beer to enjoy at outdoor tables by the bay.[2]
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