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Our guide on where to stay in Northern California

Find the best Northern California areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Northern California
Fisherman\'s Wharf showing a bay or harbour

Fisherman's Wharf

1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area
4.5/5(7 area reviews)

Taste some of the city’s freshest sea food and catch some fabulous views in this waterfront neighbourhood dating back to the time of the gold rush.

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Our pick of the best Northern California Hotel Deals

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

4 out of 5
2500 Mason St, San Francisco, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$349 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
NZ$349
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (6,763 reviews)
"At check-in Quinn was very helpful Breakfast selection was extensive and very good"

Reviewed on 9 Sept 2025

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

3.5 out of 5
1500 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$284 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
NZ$284
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,521 reviews)
"Feels safe! Breakfast is an extra fee, but 100% worth it, could not find a eating spot and delicious food for that price otherwise. Will be coming back here!!"

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2025

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Hyatt Regency San Francisco

Hyatt Regency San Francisco

4 out of 5
5 Embarcadero Center, San Francisco, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$469 per night from 19 Sept to 20 Sept
NZ$469
19 Sept - 20 Sept
includes taxes & fees
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,850 reviews)
"It’s a nice, clean, well maintained hotel. Very close to BART and the Ferry Building."

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2025

Hyatt Regency San Francisco
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Discover the most popular places to visit in Northern California

Yosemite Valley featuring mountains and a waterfall

Yosemite Valley

From Yosemite Falls to Half Dome and El Capitan, you can see some of the most stunning scenery in the world from Yosemite National Park’s central valley.

Yosemite Valley
Redwood National and State Parks showing a bridge and forest scenes

Redwood National and State Parks

Walk amid towering trees, hike along scenic coastal trails and spot rare wildlife at this spectacular national park in North Coast California.

Redwood National and State Parks
Stanford University

Stanford University

Enjoy the student vibe around Stanford University, a top university in Palo Alto. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Stanford University

What to do in Northern California

Redding Scavenger Hunt: A Green Day by Redding’s River

Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt: A Green Day by Redding’s River

NZ$21
per adult
Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt: A Green Day by Redding’s River
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Frequently asked questions

Can I cancel my flight booking to Northern California due to COVID-19?
Our handy Customer Service Portal is your one-stop shop for most travel questions, including about flight cancellations and changes due to COVID-19. For greater peace of mind, we recommend looking over the terms and conditions of your preferred carrier before booking a seat.
What's the best way to find cheap flights to Northern California that have flexible change policies?
Search for your low-cost flights to Northern California, then mark the "No change fee" box underneath the "Flexible change policies" filter. It really is that easy. We know that things can change and flexibility matters, so you can book with confidence with Expedia.
What are some of the general tips for travellers to Northern California during the COVID-19 outbreak?
If it's your first time travelling during the COVID-19 outbreak, you'll notice a range of new regulations and rules in place. Take note of these tips and make your trip to Northern California go off without a hitch:
  • Investigate if any travel restrictions apply to your origin and destination before locking in your flight. Also check if there are any requirements you'll have to follow on arrival, such as health testing.
  • When you pass through airport checkpoints, keep your face mask on. You will be asked to briefly lower it for identification purposes. Passengers who refuse to wear a face mask may face civil penalties and may also be escorted from the terminal.
  • To avoid cross-contamination, place your boarding pass on the scanner yourself and then hold it up for inspection. Do not hand your pass directly to a TSA employee.
  • TSA now allows passengers to take one container of hand sanitizer, up to 12 oz (350 ml) in size, in carry-on baggage. This will have to be removed from your bag to be screened.
  • Put any personal items (keys, wallet and phone) in your carry-on instead of a bin to reduce handling during screening.
  • Transport all food items in a clear plastic bag and also place them in a screening bin. Keeping your food separate from your carry-on makes it less likely that a TSA agent will need to open your bag for inspection.

Which airlines fly to Northern California?
Reserve your ticket with Southwest Airlines and then begin working on your Northern California itinerary. This well-known airline offers 1914 flights a month to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF), a key gateway.
How can I find cheap tickets to Northern California?
Start searching as early as possible, fly in or out of nearby airports, use points or miles — there are loads of ways! One more is to use Expedia's "flexible dates" function. Search for your Northern California flight, then check out the cheapest prices for nearby dates. In the last seven days, the lowest price for a flight to Northern California was .
How much is a flight to Northern California?
You could have locked in a round-trip airfare to Northern California from anywhere between and in the last seven days. For one-way journeys taking off from (), the lowest price during this time was just .
What are the most popular airports to fly into in Northern California?
Start organising your Northern California getaway by booking a ticket on one of the 4477 monthly flights to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF). This is the region's main point of entry.
When is the cheapest time to fly to Northern California?
If you can be flexible with what date you travel to Northern California, fly out early in the week. The cheapest day to take off is normally Tuesday, closely followed by Monday. Saturday is typically the priciest day, with many people choosing to fly on the weekend.
How much is a plane ticket to Northern California?
In the last seven days, plane tickets to Northern California varied between and . Prices depend on multiple things, particularly the time of departure, airline, cabin class and when the fare is booked.
Which airlines with flights to Northern California employ COVID-19 cleanliness policies?
Social distancing is the tip of the iceberg for new air travel measures to minimize the spread of COVID-19. From check-in to arrival, these carriers will bring you to your destination with greater peace of mind:
  • Southwest Airlines - this airline is known for providing passenger masks and cleaning with disinfectant.
  • United Airlines - this airline is known for providing passenger masks and cleaning with disinfectant.
  • Alaska Airlines - this airline is known for providing passenger masks and cleaning with disinfectant.

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