The ULTIMATE San Francisco & Oakland Weekend Travel Guide : What to Do, See, & Eat in the Bay

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We spent 3 days in the Bay Area. We got a cheap flight for $101 from New York and decided it was time to visit. We visited San Francisco & Oakland and took many different modes of transportation. We'll cover topics like the Golden Gate Bridge, Oakland, and the Bay Area's public transportation system.
If you're planning a trip to the Bay Area in the year 2023, be sure to watch this video! We'll give you all the information you need to make the most of your trip, from the best food to the best sights to see! We hope you enjoy this video and that it helps you plan your trip to the Bay Area in the year 2023!
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@danafisher8613 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for showing Oakland for what those of us who live and grew up here know… Thank you💙

@ChewsToExplore Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for checking out our video and supporting our channel. Glad you enjoyed it!

@RomanDorokhov-cx3gb 10 ай бұрын

It's nice to return to places where you were happy even after many years. You will always remember this time with gratitude. And how nice it is to be on the streets of San Francisco again, to walk along with the heroes of the video through such familiar places. Many thanks to the authors of the video.

@ChewsToExplore 10 ай бұрын

Thank you for the support to our channel. We had an amazing time and glad that you also enjoyed it as well!

@holyrackzoffical 9 ай бұрын

❤️‍🔥💯💪🏾

@StMarilyn Жыл бұрын

Thank you all for your videos, it really inspires me to keep exploring ❤. The cable car ride looked pretty cool, as well as the museum in Oakland.

@ChewsToExplore Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for supporting our channel! We are so appreciative that you enjoyed the content! We had an amazing time here and it was good to see so much of the city

@shygirlshar8509 Жыл бұрын

My new favorite couple... glad I came across your channel. I enjoy your travel vlogs

@ChewsToExplore Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for supporting our channel! We are so appreciative that you enjoyed the videos!

@n.nosworthy7110 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for all the the different places to go in San Francisco ❤

@ChewsToExplore Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for supporting our channel! We hope you visit soon. We are so appreciative that you enjoyed the videos!

@avenj4659 Жыл бұрын

The local (US) travel guides are great as I will be doing more of these and having your feedback and first hand experience reviews are very helpful

@ChewsToExplore Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for supporting our channel! That is exactly why we don't just do domestic or international travel. We really want to help you guys see more of this world. We are so appreciative that you enjoyed the content!

@Letsgowarriors2023 8 ай бұрын

Thanks to your video, we also took the Samtrans bus from the airport and saved some cash!

@ChewsToExplore 8 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for the kind words and support to our channel. Glad you found the video useful

@BL-ob3sm 2 ай бұрын

Local from the bay. Y’all didn’t even scratch the surface. So much to see and experience out here, but you did hit some good spots. Can’t believe y’all went to Tony’s. Hella long wait time. Also, Y’all should’ve stopped by Red Bay for some coffee to warm you up on your walk around the lake. One of the best coffee companies in the Bay.

@ChewsToExplore 2 ай бұрын

Appreciate your suggestions! It's comments like yours that make me want to explore even more.

@oscarcruz6066 Жыл бұрын

San Fran definitely on my list to visit now lol

@ChewsToExplore Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and supporting our channel. Our experience was amazing here! I hope you do visit

@janethmcphie9358 3 ай бұрын

Another great video. I enjoyed this one especially as I had visited San Francisco many years ago. Seeing places that I visited brought back memories. The golden gate bridge is one of my favourite bridges, that beautiful red colour. I have a framed picture of it on my wall, that's how much I love it. I spent one night in Oakland so I did not get the opportunity to explore. Beautiful braids Olivia😊. I am always delighted to be on the journey with you beautiful people. Blessings.

@ChewsToExplore 2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for the support to our channel. So happy we can bring you back through memory lane! Truly an amazing place. So happy that you got something from our content!

@avenj4659 Жыл бұрын

My favorite part was your review of the Ethiopian food 😂

@ChewsToExplore Жыл бұрын

Haha listen that food was soo good I couldn't hold it in

@karenbeliard434 Жыл бұрын

I visited LAX(from Bklyn, NY) for the 1st time in April for a bday celebration. This vlog has me wanting to check out the other side: San Fran+ Oakland. Thank you for the enlightenment!🥰🙏🏾 (Btw, you never gave us a review of Tony's Pizza...as NYkers we are very critical pizza claims😂).

@ChewsToExplore Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the support and checking out our video. We also visited LAX and loved it there as well. You should absolutely visit the Bay. Haha tony's pizza was really good, im not sure if i would go as far as to say the worlds best, but its different style than we are used to but very expensive.

@karenbeliard434 11 ай бұрын

@@ChewsToExplore welcome 🤗 I will definitely explore more on another occasion! Thks for the recommendations!

@nevada531 6 ай бұрын

You two are a total joy! Thank you for visiting our beautiful San Francisco! If I didn’t live here I’d live in NYC.

@ChewsToExplore 6 ай бұрын

Thank you for your kind words! I really appreciate your support and I'm thrilled that you found the video enjoyable!

@nevada531 6 ай бұрын

If you ever visit SF again let me know because there is so much more than cable cars and fisherman’s wharf. Although there is nothing better than the GG Bridge ❤

@ChewsToExplore 6 ай бұрын

@@nevada531 yes wed love to see that perspective on our next trip!

@Fastsmartmovesacts 7 ай бұрын

San Francisco is a wonderful city with lot's of things to do and with lot's of places to explore and see I love San Francisco

@ChewsToExplore 7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for the support! Absolutely we had an amazing time visiting here! We cannot wait to visit again!

@jeunesseraymundo8651 2 ай бұрын

Thank you for the great footage of our beautiful city (cities) by the bay.

@ChewsToExplore 2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for the support and kind words to our channel. It means the world that you enjoy our content

@theroadletstravel Жыл бұрын

OMG >_< I cant believe how sweaty the thai got you with the heat. im assuming they didnt have different heat levels (?) lol wild! The Black Panther Women's Museum looked awesome. Sorry you didnt see Steph Curry lol

@ChewsToExplore Жыл бұрын

Haha thanks for supporting us again. We had an amazing time in this city and cannot believe al the things we did. Have you guys visited here before?

@avenj4659 Жыл бұрын

I think you’ll are awesome

@ChewsToExplore Жыл бұрын

Thnak you for the kind words

@nightlight2night 9 ай бұрын

From 🇳🇴 here :) going to san francisco for the first time in sept :) like your video and will follow in your Tracks for some of what u guys did :-))

@ChewsToExplore 9 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for the kind words and support to our channel. It means so much to us!

@timothybrown3558 2 ай бұрын

Returning to the Bay Area this June. Our last visit 1985. Loved your video so much I decided to subscribe.

@ChewsToExplore 2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for the support! It means a lot that you enjoyed the video and decided to subscribe.

@Ytaaronamaya Ай бұрын

Great video! Just subscribed

@ChewsToExplore Ай бұрын

Thank you so much for the support and kind words to our channel. It truly means the world to us!

@jaymeez 10 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed the place where I am from (THE BAY) Ethiopian/Eritrean Food is Excellent! Love You Both. Safe Travels :)

@ChewsToExplore 10 ай бұрын

Awesome! Thank you! We have to go back and visit. Theres still so much we didn't get to visit

@edstravel Жыл бұрын

Keep up the great content guys definitely amazing city's Bay Area 😊

@ChewsToExplore Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for supporting our channel! We are so appreciative that you enjoyed the content!

@Derek9and21 5 ай бұрын

Thank you for this video. It has given me more ideas and things to do in this city. San Fran is my favorite getaway and vacation place. It is my go to. However, you have shown me more places and things to do while there. I usually do all the tourist things. Thank you so much for the Oakland tour. I have yet to visit, but, because of this video, I will definitely visit Oakland my next visit to San Francisco. Oh, you two are the cutest couple. God bless you always!

@ChewsToExplore 5 ай бұрын

Your comment made our day! We're happy to hear that our video could provide you with new ideas for your favorite getaway spot. It's always a pleasure to share our travel experiences and help others discover hidden gems. Thank you for your support, and we wish you many more wonderful trips to San Francisco!

@jaypaladin-havesmartswilll5508 11 ай бұрын

Nice video. Your video is right on time for me as I am in early planning for a trip to San Francisco and the wine country. I am not skittish about visiting and touring a large city but there were so many horror stories of San Francisco that it caused me to take SF off my tour list until I saw your video. Thanks

@ChewsToExplore 11 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for the kind words and support to our channel. We are so blessed to be able to share these experiences with you guys! Glad you enjoyed it!

@themessenjur7140 9 ай бұрын

This is an AMAZING video. Thanks Guys.

@ChewsToExplore 9 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed the video!

@crownme513 8 ай бұрын

Great vlog guys! Super appreciative to be able to watch this

@ChewsToExplore 8 ай бұрын

Thank you, I appreciate that you enjoyed it!

@toyaj5173 4 ай бұрын

Great content! Definitely subscribed!

@ChewsToExplore 4 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for your support! I'm glad you enjoyed the content and I hope you continue to find value in my future videos.

@lawrenciaraynor853 9 ай бұрын

Thank you. Very informative and engaging.

@ChewsToExplore 9 ай бұрын

Glad that you enjoyed our video, thank you!

@tarotbyclayton5510 3 ай бұрын

Seeing all these shops and all the attractions really brings back a lot of memories. I have a video of the sea lions and a view of alcatraz and golden gate bridge

@ChewsToExplore 3 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing your experience and memories! It's comments like these that make creating content worthwhile. I'm glad my video could bring back those special moments for you.

@amyoung101 Жыл бұрын

You guys are so great! Thanks for your thoughts on the bay ❤

@ChewsToExplore Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for supporting our channel! We are so appreciative that you enjoyed the content!

@Angela-pi6zc 8 ай бұрын

Thanks for the tour of SF!

@ChewsToExplore 8 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed our video!

@sweetaznboi209 7 ай бұрын

Thanks for the travel guide

@ChewsToExplore 7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for the kind words and support to our channel! We are so happy you enjoyed the video and got something from it!

@sweetaznboi209 7 ай бұрын

@@ChewsToExplore you’re welcome

@jusblazeem42 10 ай бұрын

Great video. You definitely put us on to some things to do in the bay area.

@ChewsToExplore 10 ай бұрын

Glad to hear it! We truly appreciate the kind words and support to our channel. We had such an amazing time and wish to be back

@lilili2105 Жыл бұрын

You guys are so adorable!

@ChewsToExplore Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much, glad you enjoy our video

@MrMangoman69 Жыл бұрын

Thanks friends. Your video is great. I'll be in San Francisco soon. So now I know what to look out for and what to go see.

@ChewsToExplore 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching and supporting us! Glad you enjoyed it.

@paobaltazar420 8 ай бұрын

Buena guía! Sin duda buenos lugares, saludos desde mexico

@ChewsToExplore 8 ай бұрын

Gracias para Todo!

@kvv4160 Жыл бұрын

Great vlog guys! Sidebar, Crab House at Pier 39 is mad good if y'all make it back to SF.

@ChewsToExplore Жыл бұрын

Truly appreciate the support! I definitely will check it out next time. I wish i knew that before hand

@blessedladyrobinson5674 8 ай бұрын

This was so cool! I just left New York and it was amazing! I love this video I been wanting to vist San Francisco for awhile. I had never thought of visiting Oakland, but after this video I wanna vist Oakland to. Can I ask what month you visited both these places, I was so surprised about all the rain 😊

@ChewsToExplore 8 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for the kind words and support to our channel. We are from new york and love exploring other cities as well. We truly appreciate it and happy you enjoyed it as well! This was during March

@christelnielandt5117 2 ай бұрын

GREAT info !! Am visiting mid April. Greetz from Belgium 🙏🌟

@ChewsToExplore 2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for the support to our channel! Glad that you enjoyed our video and got something from it! Truly appreciate it!

@kiearacelina 5 ай бұрын

The footage your guys got is absolutely BEAUTIFUL!!! Amazing video , you guys DID THAT! 🔥

@ChewsToExplore 5 ай бұрын

Wow, thank you for the amazing feedback! We're thrilled that you loved the video and our footage. It's comments like yours that keep us motivated to keep creating content.

@Juan-Blasquez 2 ай бұрын

Great video, love the quality of the filming, drone shots, what you guys did, great personalities

@ChewsToExplore 2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for the support and kind words to our channel. It means the world that you enjoy our content. Comments like this truly make creating worth it!

@Juan-Blasquez 2 ай бұрын

@@ChewsToExplore just watched the Alcatraz, going there soon!

@prettyflytraveler Жыл бұрын

My beautiful hometown ❤❤❤ I would love to hear more about the program you taught with. I did something similar as a kid. My mom’s friend founded the program. I wonder if it is the same one. Actually Pier 39 has amazing food. Break the rule🤣

@ChewsToExplore Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for supporting our channel! I actually taught in a program called Science in the City which was sponsored by Google and I was teaching Chemistry and Biology to elementary/middle school age under privileged. It could be the same one but im not sure. I'll know next time to try it out

@prettyflytraveler Жыл бұрын

@@ChewsToExplore Thanks for responding. I have to look into it. I think Dorothy’s program was called Scientist of Tomorrow and was based at SFSU. That was many many moons ago 🤣🤣🤣

@JetsetJose 7 ай бұрын

Cool video, bro. I’ll be heading out there in a couple of weeks for a quick trip. I was able to get some ideas of things to do to pass the time while I am there.

@ChewsToExplore 7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for the support bro! We are so happy you enjoyed the video and got something from it!

@GenuinelyGiGi 10 ай бұрын

New subscriber here… y’all are such a cute couple! Thank you for sharing your trip with us! You gave me great ideas for my upcoming trip to the Bay Area

@ChewsToExplore 10 ай бұрын

Thanks for subbing! So happy you enjoyed our video, We loved our time here!

@AffectiveApe 4 ай бұрын

Great video you two! In town for an interview and didnt have much time to do research in advance, so this is coming in clutch.

@ChewsToExplore 4 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for your kind words! We're glad our video could be helpful to you, especially when you didn't have much time to do research. Good luck with your interview!

@solo.life.travels7215 Жыл бұрын

Thank u so much for this video, I'll be in SF may 25th. Such a joyful couple, congratulations on your marriage and travels❤

@ChewsToExplore Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the support and checking out our video. I am happy that you enjoyed our video! There is so much to see and do there. I hope you have an amazing trip!

@solo.life.travels7215 Жыл бұрын

@@ChewsToExplore thank you kindly 🙏🏾

@christinecamley 3 ай бұрын

Fabulous video! I am so enormously appreciative!! You two are lovely!! 🙂

@ChewsToExplore 3 ай бұрын

Your appreciation truly warms our hearts! We're grateful to have viewers like you!

@christinecamley 3 ай бұрын

@@ChewsToExplore Awww I am so moved by your deeply thoughtful and kind reply. I really mean it!! I am subbing and look forward to your work!! Thanks so much!! Have a special weekend!! P.S. I love your hometown of New York!! I am in Vancouver and visit whenever I can!! I come alive in Manhattan and Greenwich Village and the West Village!! It's so amazing - the whole city is and of course parts of Brooklyn!! Cheers!! 🙂

@ChewsToExplore 3 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for your kind words and for subscribing! I'm thrilled to have you as part of the community.

@christinecamley 3 ай бұрын

@@ChewsToExplore You are so kind!! 🙂

@waltlikka 6 ай бұрын

I watched your ATL video & loved all your recommendations. I’m going to SF in a few days & want to see what you all recommend! GREAT TRAVEL CHANNEL!

@ChewsToExplore 6 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for watching our ATL video and for your kind words! We're thrilled that you enjoyed our recommendations. Have an amazing time in SF and we hope our recommendations for that city will be just as helpful for you!

@KayBrynae 11 ай бұрын

Even though I live here, I love watching videos on the Bay and it was nice seeing all the places yall hit. You definitely have to come back to Oakland around August/September to get the real good weather and of course the community vibe of the lake, try some bomb spots to eat and maybe even get up to the marinas around Emeryville/Berkeley for some unmatched views of the city! 🙌🏽

@ChewsToExplore 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching and supporting us! We had an amazing time and hope to come back. Next time you have to show us around!

@KayBrynae 11 ай бұрын

Sounds like a plan!

@chito2294 3 ай бұрын

enssaro is delicious. love that place

@ChewsToExplore 3 ай бұрын

Yes sooo good we loved it there!

@Frankmh24 8 ай бұрын

Dope video! First time seeing one of your videos and I FOR SURE subscribed! I love the way y’all vlog and the editing is on point. Thank you 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾 Btw, I also loved those jackets! Where’d you get them??

@ChewsToExplore 8 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for the support to our channel. We put a lot of effort into helping others travel and glad we can show you guys the world with us. Heres the link for our jacket tinyurl.com/chewtropicfeel

@caliwlove 3 ай бұрын

This was an amazing vlog. I dont think anyone can beat new york pizza lol

@ChewsToExplore 3 ай бұрын

Thank you for your kind words! I really appreciate your support and I'm thrilled that you enjoyed the vlog. New York pizza is truly unbeatable!

@WholeLottaBryce 4 ай бұрын

From the blacks perspective is wild

@ChewsToExplore 4 ай бұрын

Thanks for the support to us!

@geoffoakland 16 күн бұрын

99% of people who say Oakland is a dump have never been there. They all show the same area and say the whole city is like that.

@ChewsToExplore 2 күн бұрын

Thank you for pointing out this common misconception about Oakland. It's important to see the whole picture.

@longlivetheclash 9 ай бұрын

Fantastic video! I will have to try that Ultimate Waffle sandwich :) Tony’s Pizza is damn good, but the best pizza in the World is found in Italia (Italy).

@ChewsToExplore 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching and supporting our channel. We had a great time here and will be back. We still have not visited Italy yet so we cannot wait to visit and try their pizza

@quierovermitubo 9 ай бұрын

love💌

@ChewsToExplore 9 ай бұрын

Thnak you !

@pemarabsel 7 ай бұрын

omg, y'all are so cute

@ChewsToExplore 7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for the kind words and support to our channel! We are so happy you enjoyed the video and got something from it!

@Venn922 3 ай бұрын

What works best as a homeless repellent? Mace, a job application, or a rehab application?

@ChewsToExplore 3 ай бұрын

Well, I don't think mace or job applications are the answer, but a rehab application might just scare them away! Jokes aside, let's focus on finding real solutions to help those in need.

@havilahheals 10 ай бұрын

I remember you two from the Costa Rica trip, first video I ever watched of y’all. Weren’t you also the couple who lost your drone on top on a building?

@ChewsToExplore 10 ай бұрын

Wow thank you so much for the support to our channel. Man we do not take those words lightly as it shows the growth of our channel and honestly the support that we have in this platform. Yes that is us that all of those situations happened to. We are truly grateful to be in a situation where we are still traveling and exploring the world!

@bryeats7501 8 ай бұрын

Great video! Did you guys get around with a rental car or it’s not needed?

@ChewsToExplore 7 ай бұрын

Thank you! We took public transportation the entire trip!

@bryeats7501 7 ай бұрын

Awesome, thnx for responding ☺️

@user-ln9ik6xi1s 7 ай бұрын

It's truly is NANCY PELOSI GARDEN OF EDEN 😊

@ChewsToExplore 7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!

@takedownflicks2907 13 күн бұрын

You guys are beautiful!

@ChewsToExplore 3 күн бұрын

Thank you so much for the support and love to our channel! It truly means the world to us!

@jaypaladin-havesmartswilll5508 11 ай бұрын

Is the Oakland Ethiopian restaurant better than the one in DC on 14th and U St?

@ChewsToExplore 11 ай бұрын

I’ve never been sorry

@RudolphManor 6 ай бұрын

Rest In Heaven 2pac. 🕊

@ChewsToExplore 6 ай бұрын

Thank you

@edwinabonnet2085 Жыл бұрын

Great video, thanks :) I've never been to the US but I really want to, and San Francisco is at the top of my list! Oakland seems to be an interesting city too. Is it easy to go there from SF by public transportation ?

@ChewsToExplore Жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching and supporting my channel! They are both great destinations to visit! Yes it is a quick and easy train to get there! We highly recommend it

@edwinabonnet2085 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your answer !

@Eseibio__ 6 ай бұрын

Where did you find the cheap tickets.

@ChewsToExplore 6 ай бұрын

I use lots of different routes to find them. Its really about chasing the deal and not the destination. I go where ever I find the deal

@dee.tyson1 Ай бұрын

❤❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉🎉

@ChewsToExplore Ай бұрын

Thank you!

@PedroHernandez-rt3fe Жыл бұрын

Wown😮🤓😐🤓🙀😍🙈

@ChewsToExplore Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for supporting our channel! We are so appreciative that you enjoyed the content!

@victoriajones6114 5 ай бұрын

Did I miss where they stayed?

@ChewsToExplore 5 ай бұрын

I believe I put it there, but we stayed in Oakland actually

@Lv.MAJESTY 24 күн бұрын

Did you guys not get the “looks” and “stares “ none black people crossing the street when they see you regardless of your profession? Wow I thought SF was one of the most racist city this vid change my outlook !

@ChewsToExplore 23 күн бұрын

I appreciate you watching the video and sharing your thoughts. Honestly we did not experience that during our trip! We felt safe and secure without any issues. It's important to have open conversations about these issues.