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3-6 Hours at San Francisco Airport

Maeve Power
Have you got 3-6 hours to spare at San Francisco Airport? Check out these options to make the most of your airport downtime.
Have you got 3-6 hours to spare at San Francisco Airport? Check out these options to make the most of your airport downtime.

Go For A Swim

San Francisco Airport Marriott WaterfrontUpgrade your airport experience by getting out of the airport and spending your downtime swimming or lounging by the pool. Whether you want an intense workout or just want to relax in the jacuzzi, the beautifully redesigned and refurbished San Francisco Airport Marriott is the best option. The hotel is in Burlingame, approx. 2.5 miles from the airport and offers complimentary shuttles to and from SFO airport.The San Francisco Airport Marriott leisure facilities are only available to hotel guests and Sanctifly premium members. You can find and book The Park Inn over on the ‘Facilities’ tab.

Run By The Water

Bayfront ParkGet out of the airport and enjoy being beside the sea next time you have a few hours to spare at SFO. And you don’t even have to venture that far away from the airport! Bayfront Park is less than 2 miles away. Hop in a quick taxi ride, get the 292 bus or grab the Westin or the Marriott airport shuttle direct from the terminal. Stroll along the beach and enjoy the fresh sea air or, if you want a workout go for a run and then head back to the airport for a shower. Shower facilities are available at Freshen Up! for $25.

Go Shopping

The Shops at TanforanTreat yourself to something nice without the airport price tag at The Shops at Tanforan. The large complex offers a range of shopping options to browse along with a cinema and lots of restaurants to grab a bite to eat. Open daily from 10:00 – 21:00.Located 3.5 miles form the airport. The quickest and easiest way to get there is by taxi. Alternatively, you can get the ECR bus from the terminal to El Camino Real & Sneath Ln.

Luggage Storage

The Airport Travel AgencyIf you decide to head into the city during your layover, or you just don’t feel like carrying around your bag, you may want to store your luggage. SFO offers one location for storing luggage, the Airport Travel Agency. Prices range for $15 to $35 depending on the size of your item. Open daily from 07:00 to 23:00.Located on the departures level of the International Terminal near Gate G91-G102.
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