Join us as we return to the City by the Bay to celebrate achievements, growth and all that’s to come in ophthalmology.
Whether you come for the unparalleled beauty of the California coast, the celebrated cuisine, a trip to wine country or the glorious arts scene, you’ll leave your heart in San Francisco. Learn why TIME magazine named the City by the Bay one of the World’s Greatest Places to visit in 2022.
Start Planning Your Trip
Start planning your visit with this list of the top 28 things not to miss in San Francisco from the San Francisco Travel Association.
Travel in Style
Once you are in town you must experience the famous cable cars and street cars. These vintage cars bring riders to Fisherman’s Wharf, Union Square, the Castro district, Chinatown, Nob Hill, Jackson Square, North Beach, Telegraph Hill, Coit Tower and more.
Music
The San Francisco Bay Area music scene stretches from intimate settings to symphony halls. Visit these fabulous venues:
Tours
The San Francisco Visitor Information Center (VIC) is ready to help you secure attraction tickets and tours. You can also find many tours online through Viator.
Ready to step back in time? Try Emperor Norton's Fantastic San Francisco Time Machine where "Emperor Norton" himself leads you on walking tours of San Francisco.
Alcatraz and Adventures on the Bay
Alcatraz, part of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, is not only an infamous former federal prison. It has a rich history both before and after Al Capone's stay on the island. If you would like to visit Alcatraz you will need to book ferry tickets. Alcatraz frequently sells out in advance so book your tickets early.
Can't get to Alcatraz? You can explore the entire San Francisco Bay by ferry:
Find reviews of cruises and bay tours at TripAdvisor.
Museums
San Francisco has many world class museums for the whole family. Look at these options that are within walking distance of Moscone Center:
Weather
November is a lovely time to visit San Francisco. The weather is mild and cool with average high temperatures of 63°F (17°C) and average lows of 50°F (10°C).
Time
San Francisco is in the Pacific Time Zone.
On Saturday, November 5, 2023, the time will shift from Pacific Daylight Time to Pacific Standard Time. At 2 a.m. clocks will be turned backward 1 hour to 1 a.m. Attendees gain one more hour of light in the morning, and an extra hour of sleep.