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Free Parking in Golden Gate Park is EndingFree Parking in Golden Gate Park is Ending
By - posted 7/22/2025
Parks & Beaches, San Francisco, Transportation

Say goodbye to one of the last free parking spots in San Francisco. The Board of Supervisors just voted to let the SFMTA begin charging for parking in Golden Gate Park starting January 1, 2027. This means popular destinations like the de Young, Cal Academy, and the Conservatory of Flowers more...

Free Roundtrip Rides on the San Francisco Bay FerryFree Roundtrip Rides on the San Francisco Bay Ferry
By - posted 7/21/2025
San Francisco, Transportation

For a limited time, you can ride roundtrip on the San Francisco Bay Ferry for free. Just download the SF Bay Ferry app on iOS or Android and enter the promo code ferrygodmother at checkout to claim two free one-way rides, while supplies last. UPDATE: As of 7/22/25 as of 10:59am – more...

Free Oakland–Alameda Water Shuttle Expands Service to 6 Days a WeekFree Oakland–Alameda Water Shuttle Expands Service to 6 Days a Week
By - posted 7/11/2025
Freebies, Transportation

The Oakland–Alameda Water Shuttle just added more days and later hours to its schedule — and it’s still totally free to ride. Starting Tuesday, July 8, the 45-foot yellow pontoon boat (yes, it’s called Woodstock) now runs six days a week, Tuesdays through Sundays. The shuttle also added longer hours on more...

Traffic Fix Coming to Golden Gate ParkTraffic Fix Coming to Golden Gate Park
By - posted 5/6/2025
Parks & Beaches, San Francisco, Transportation

If you’ve ever been stuck in a slow crawl trying to get into the Music Concourse garage at Golden Gate Park, relief may be on the way. Starting May 12, the San Francisco Recreation and Park Department, in partnership with the SFMTA, will begin a short construction project to improve more...

Muni Adds Cell Service in More Subway TunnelsMuni Adds Cell Service in More Subway Tunnels
By - posted 4/11/2025
Good News, Transportation

If you’ve noticed your cell signal no longer cutting out during your Muni ride, you’re not imagining things. Muni has officially expanded underground cellular coverage across more of the Metro system, bringing a welcome upgrade for riders who want to stay connected. Cell service has been available in the Central Subway more...

Robotaxis Will Soon Cruise Down SF's Market StreetRobotaxis Will Soon Cruise Down SF’s Market Street
By - posted 4/11/2025
Brand New, Downtown San Francisco, Transportation

Heads up, San Francisco: Waymo’s self-driving cars are about to join the chaos that is Market Street. Mayor Lurie just gave the official thumbs-up, and the company will start mapping the area soon, with full passenger rides launching this summer (yes, as soon as this summer). If you’re thinking, “Wait… wasn’t more...

SF May End Free Street Parking in Golden Gate ParkSF May End Free Street Parking in Golden Gate Park
By - posted 2/24/2025
Bay Area Updates, San Francisco, Transportation

Thanks to SF Chronicle for sharing the news that San Francisco officials are considering new parking fees for Golden Gate Park, potentially ending free street parking along Martin Luther King Drive and other park roads. The proposal, which is part of a broader effort to address a growing budget deficit, more...

SF's Free Muni Weekend: Lunar New Year 2025 + NBA All-Star Game (Feb. 15-16)SF’s Free Muni Weekend: Lunar New Year 2025 + NBA All-Star Game (Feb. 15-16)
By - posted 2/14/2025
Downtown San Francisco, Only in San Francisco, San Francisco, Transportation, Travel

To celebrate Lunar New Year 2025 and the NBA All-Star Weekend, Muni is offering FREE rides all weekend long—making it easier to join the fun! 🎉🐉🏀 🚍 Free Muni Details When? 48 Hours this weekend Saturday, February 15, 2025 – 12:01 AM to Sunday, February 16, 2025 – 11:59 PM Where? Free rides on ALL Muni buses, more...

Free Parking in SF's Chinatown All February for Lunar New Year 2025Free Parking in SF’s Chinatown All February for Lunar New Year 2025
By - posted 1/30/2025
Lunar New Year, San Francisco, Transportation

To help bring more people to Chinatown, San Francisco just announced that it is now offering 2 hours free parking at the Portsmouth Square Garage throughout the month of February to help celebrate Chinese New Year. In celebration of the Chinese Lunar New Year and the year of the snake, the more...

Here's Where All 33 of SF's Speed Cameras Will BeHere’s Where All 33 of SF’s Speed Cameras Will Be
By - posted 1/29/2025
Brand New, San Francisco, Transportation

San Francisco is set to make history as the first city in California to roll out speed safety cameras, a new tool aimed at reducing traffic-related injuries and fatalities. Starting in March 2025, up to 33 locations across the city will be equipped with cameras to catch speeding vehicles and more...

SF's New UCSF/Mission Bay Ferry Starts in 2027SF’s New UCSF/Mission Bay Ferry Starts in 2027
By - posted 1/14/2025
Brand New, Green, Transportation

San Francisco is set to enhance its public transportation network with the addition of an all-electric ferry service to Mission Bay, scheduled to launch in 2027. This innovative project aims to provide a sustainable, zero-emission commute option, significantly benefiting UCSF employees, patients, and visitors to the area. The project recently more...

A Luxe Sleeper Train from SF to LA Might Come in 2025A Luxe Sleeper Train from SF to LA Might Come in 2025
By - posted 12/21/2024
Brand New, Transportation, Travel

A New Era of Travel Between San Francisco and Los Angeles San Francisco residents, take note: a transformative way to journey between the City by the Bay and Los Angeles is on the horizon. Dreamstar Lines, a Newport Beach-based transit startup, is introducing a luxurious overnight train service that promises to more...

Muni Fares Set to Go Up Starting January 1Muni Fares Set to Go Up Starting January 1
By - posted 11/21/2024
San Francisco, Transportation

Thanks to SF Gate for sharing the unfortunate news that Muni fares are set to go up on New Year’s Day. Effective January 1, 2025, some of the Muni fares are changing. Changes include both increases and decreases, based on public feedback received during the Muni budget process in spring 2024. more...

SF's New On-Demand Shuttle is Free (Until Dec. 11)SF’s New On-Demand Shuttle is Free (Until Dec. 11)
By - posted 11/19/2024
Brand New, Freebies, San Francisco, Transportation

A new community shuttle has launched in San Francisco’s Bayview neighborhood. The new Bayview Shuttle launched on November 12. It is an on-demand service that gives the public access to another transportation option, within minutes of booking. Hop into a safe, comfortable ride around Bayview and Hunters Point, or connect to more...

SF Loses 14,000 Parking Spaces Starting Today (Thanks to "Daylighting")SF Loses 14,000 Parking Spaces Starting Today (Thanks to “Daylighting”)
By - posted 11/11/2024
Brand New, San Francisco, Transportation, Travel

San Francisco’s New Daylighting Law Means Major Parking Changes—and Fines Starting in January Starting today, Monday, November 11, 2024, San Francisco drivers are facing a new parking rule: if you park too close to an crosswalk (whether it’s marked or not, and even if the curb isn’t red), you might find more...