15 days in Seattle & San Francisco Itinerary

Nicknamed the "Emerald City" because of its abundant evergreen trees, Seattle is the cultural and business center of the Pacific Northwest, as well as a popular holiday destination.

Take a break from the city and head to Snoqualmie Falls and Puget Sound Express. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Sky View Observatory and Hiram M. Chittenden Locks. Explore Seattle's surroundings by going to Marina Beach Park (in Edmonds) and Bybee Blueberry Farm (in North Bend). There's lots more to do: see the interesting displays at The Museum of Flight, wander the streets of Pike Place Market, take in panoramic vistas at Space Needle, and stroll around Gas Works Park.

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Tel Aviv, Israel to Seattle is an approximately 19-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 10 hours traveling from Tel Aviv to Seattle. When traveling from Tel Aviv in September, plan for a bit cooler days in Seattle, with highs around 26°C, while nights are colder with lows around 15°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 21st (Tue) early enough to travel to San Francisco.

San Francisco is a top holiday destination featuring scenic beauty and great ethnic and cultural diversity.

Take a break from the city and head to Alcatraz Island and Muir Woods National Monument. You'll discover tucked-away gems like San Francisco Bay and Lands End. Explore San Francisco's surroundings by going to Goat Rock Beach (in Jenner) and Armstrong Redwood State Reserve (in Guerneville). There's much more to do: take in the views from Golden Gate Bridge, take in the local highlights with Walking tours, walk around Presidio of San Francisco, and take some stellar pictures from Twin Peaks.

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Fly from Seattle to San Francisco in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In September in San Francisco, expect temperatures between 28°C during the day and 17°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Tue) to allow enough time to travel back home.