San Francisco Offsites
Great for lovers of the outdoors, food, and culture.
Famous for the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz, and its incredibly steep streets, San Francisco is the 13th largest city in the United States. It is a city known for its historical landmarks, various neighborhoods, diverse culture, thriving food scene, gorgeous scenery, and friendly population. Also known as being part of the Bay Area and Silicon Valley, San Francisco is home to an infinite number of unique activities perfect for helping team members bond, communicate, and share a laugh. For outdoor enthusiasts, did you know that Golden Gate Park is bigger than Central Park? But that's not all. San Francisco is home to over 200 city parks, green spaces, and secret gardens. The city is also surrounded by natural wonders, including vast wetlands, protected valleys, beaches, hiking trails, and coastal bluffs. But the city doesn't only cater to those who love the outdoors. No matter where your team's abilities and interests lie, there is something for everyone in San Francisco. The city's endless choices for activities, as well as its wide variety of accommodation choices, which also often offer all-inclusive retreat packages catered specifically with team-building in mind, make San Francisco the perfect location for a corporate offsite retreat.
Why San Francisco is great for your next offsite
With its historic cable cars, gorgeous beautiful Victorian architecture, and emblematic Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco is considered one of the most iconic cities in the world. The city is also blessed with stunning natural beauty, including mountains, valleys and parks. San Francisco is a year-round destination, meaning it can be experienced and enjoyed by team members in the spring, summer, fall, and winter. And no matter the season, the city has a myriad of team-building activities perfect for boosting morale and fostering camaraderie in a full-filled manner. From outdoor activities to food tours to curated museum experiences to a visit to Alcatraz island, whatever interests your team may have, you’ll be able to find something that will leave a lasting impression. Along with activities, the city is a popular corporate retreat location, which has shaped the city’s offerings. Many hotels, resorts, and lodgings offer all-inclusive corporate retreat packages that provide modern amenities, meeting rooms, and various team-building activities. All of this, plus a thriving food landscape and incredible arts and cultural scene, make San Francisco the best place to hold your next company offsite retreat.
Sample San Francisco Offsite Itineraries
San Francisco Leadership Offsite
Duration: 2-4 nights
Group Size: 5-15 people
Price: starting at $2,500 /person
Lodging: Relax in your own 5 star historic mansion outfitted with an updated gym, meeting space, and a dinning room rom where you can drink from Tiffany glassware.
Activities: Learn to make authentic ramen from a team of expeirneced chefs. Enjoy your own creation after the class.After, head to a comedy show near Russian Hill.
San Francisco Team Offsite
Duration: 2-3 nights
Group Size: 15-40 people
Price: starting at $2,500 /person
Lodging: Buyout one of the most well-designed hotels in Union Square for 82 of your team mates. Enjoy a bar, onsite meeting space and lots of nooks and crannies to discuss next week's projects
Activities: As long as everyone is 12 and over, a barcade is the place to be. Go back to your childhood with an adult beverage in hand and play all the old arcade games. If you want to get some energy out reserve private time at the local trampoline park and see who can do the most tricks
San Francisco All-Company Offsite
Duration: 3-4 nights
Group Size: 40+ people
Price: starting at $2,500 /person
Lodging: Stay in the center of the Filmore District in a hotel with a unique theme that makes you feel like you are in someone's living room when you actually have room for the entire company under one roof.
Activities: During the day, head out to Alcatraz to tour one of the most notrious jails in the United States. Hope for a night game, so you can take your team out to the ball game. Rent out a suite to watch an Giants game that uniquely overlooks the water and the sunset.
Best time of the year for an offsite in San Fransisco
Spring in San Francisco is primarily rain-free and sunny. The city is in full bloom and is transitioning from the wet to dry season The temperatures are mild, however pleasant, with an average of 55 °F (13 °C).
Spring: (March-May)
Summer means mild temperatures; it doesn’t get too hot in Frisco during the summer. The city is often cool and windy all year round. Summer days are rain-free but do expect fog.
Summer: (June-August)
Autumn: (September-November)
Fall has mild weather with an average high of 64-73 °F (18 to 23°C). Surprisingly, the weather during the fall season can be warmer than in summer. This season also has a low probability of fog and rain. Fall also marks the beginning of harvest season, so visit the local farmer's markets.
Winter: (December-February)
Winter in San Francisco is chilly, partly cloudy, and rainy, but don’t expect any snow.
If you want warmer temperatures, lower prices, and fewer crowds, the best time to visit the region is during the fall.
Ideal Offsite Season (September-November)
FAQ for Offsites in San Francisco
What is the closest international airport to San Francisco?
The San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is the closest international airport, a fifteen-minute drive from downtown San Francisco.
What type of team-building activities can we do in San Francisco?
San Francisco is one of the biggest cities in the US, meaning it is home to many different team-building activities. A couple of unique activities you can do in and around San Francisco include surfing, taking a cooking class, going on a food tour, participating in a street art tour, going crabbing, learning about the history of ramen, visiting Alcatraz, sailing the Bay Area or going on a historical walking tour.
What types of groups is San Francisco good for?
San Francisco is the perfect city for any group, big or small. The region has many different accommodation options and team-building activities that can fit the needs of any size or type of group.
What type of budget is good for San Francisco?
San Francisco is one of the most expensive cities in the United States. As a result, a corporate offsite retreat in San Francisco would need a higher-than-normal budget.