Mother’s Day is coming up on May 9th, and if you live in San Francisco, there’s no shortage of fun things to do with Mom in The Golden City.

If you’re overwhelmed by choice, browse our top picks of Things to do with Mom in San Francisco below.

Whether she’s an outdoorsy type, a foodie or an intrepid adventurer, we think one of the experience gifts below will do the trick.

San Francisco Urban Hike – $50

If Mom is an outdoorsy type, the two of you should join this fantastic urban hiking adventure.
The fun begins in the Castro, Union Square, or North Beach neighborhoods of San Francisco where you will meet with your friendly and entertaining hiking guide.
You and Mom may choose to enjoy one of three hikes during which you’ll explore some of what makes San Francisco so unique.
Hike options include the Urban Jungles and City Heights where you’ll climb stairways, explore ghost streets and hilltop parks; Union Square, Nob Hill and Chinatown Tour, where you will explore Union Square as it relates to the Civil war, view Grace Cathedral and the Cabel Car Museum, and visit Chinatown Gate and the Golden Gate Fortune Cookie Factory; or Tales of the City Tour, which leads you through North Beach, Telegraph Hill, and Russian Hill.

A must-do for adventurous moms.

Indoor Skydiving In San Francisco – $75

Another one for the thrill-seeking moms out there, this indoor skydiving adventure is sure to have Mom grinning from ear to ear.

Once suited up, your group will be escorted into the flight chamber where each participant takes turns flying one-on-one with help from your Flight Instructor.

The flight chamber is a 40 foot high, vertical wind tunnel that simulates the freefall of real skydiving with airspeeds of up to 160 mph.

During a 30 minute flight session, participants will take turns leaning into the wind and flying indoors! Each participant will enjoy an average of 2 minutes of flight time – the equivalent freefall of almost 3 skydives.

Mom won’t forget this experience gift in a hurry.

Gourmet Culinary Tour of San Francisco – $76

Or maybe Mom’s a foodie? Take her along to this gourmet culinary tour of San Francisco so she can experience the best cuisine the city has to offer.
The fun begins when you meet your local foodie guide in the SF neighborhood of your choosing. Then, you, Mom and the rest of the guests will be escorted to the best eateries around!
On the North Beach/Little Italy Tour you’ll savor everything from fresh roasted coffee, focaccia sandwiches, chocolate truffles, pizza pulled from a 125-year-old brick oven, pastries, deli delights and more.
On the Chinatown Tour enjoy generous samples of Dim Sum, explore the Chinese markets, discover how fortune cookies are made, visit a Buddhist Temple, try out Chinese Cookware and more.
Can’t decide which neighborhood tour to take? Then choose the Chinatown and Northbeach tour and explore both! Mom will love this culinary journey through SF’s best eateries.

Pleasanton Culinary Class – $88

Help Mom expand her repertoire in the kitchen with this Pleasanton Culinary Class, where she can pick from a hands-on or demonstration!

Hands-On Classes: From “soup to nuts,” hands-on classes cover an ever-changing range of cuisines and cooking styles are available. Most classes offer three and four course meals with a focus on easy-to-find ingredients and time-saving steps.

Demonstration Classes: Learn from executive chefs, restaurateurs, cookbook authors and more. The tips, tools and techniques of these culinary specialists will be shared with you as you enjoy, tasting their delicious culinary creations.

Honey Tasting Beekeeping Workshop – $90

If Mom loves beer or the idea of keeping her own bees one day, this unique workshop is the perfect day out for you and her to experience together.
The fun begins in Livermore or Felton, CA where you’ll meet the Beekeeper at Gerard’Z Honeybees. With over 100 years of history, they will pass on four generations of beekeeping fun facts and information throughout a two-hour beekeeping demonstration.
You will observe how honey is produced, learning the steps at each stage of the process. From the importance of nectar to pollination of flowers, wild bee colonies and beehives, this Introduction to Beekeeping provides you with a sweet overview.

San Francisco Craft Cocktail Tours – $91

Treat Mom to a night out on the town with this fun cocktail tour!
The excitement begins Downtown where you and Mom will meet your friendly, local guide and residential cocktail artist.
You will begin the night with a hands-on bitters making class! Take your tasty creation home in a custom made jar. Then, head over to some of the best bars in San Francisco and get ready to sip on some innovative cocktails you won’t find on the menu. Learn about the art of mixology while savoring high-end drinks and enjoy a bahn mi sandwich and sausage samples.

At the end of this tour you will surely understand why this city has become one of the best drinking destinations in the country.
Keep the party going and head out with Mom for a night out on the town!

Bay Area Outdoor Rock Climbing Clinic – $99

Treat Mom to the most fun form of physical exercise with this exhilarating rock climbing lesson!
Designed for the beginner rock climber, this outdoor adventure begins when you and Mom meet with your friendly instructor, and are provided with all of the gear you’ll need. Next, you’ll be given a safety lesson to get you acquainted with the equipment.
Once you’re ready, your expert climbing instructor will teach you basic climbing safety, how to tie the appropriate knots needed, climbing commands, top roping techniques, rope management and an overview of the climbing rating system. Plus, you will also learn to climb!

San Francisco Brunch Cruise – $220

Brunch is a classic Mother’s Day meal, so take this mid-morning indulgence to the next level with this fun brunch cruise!
You and Mom will start your two-hour brunch cruise with a lavish brunch buffet, which features a savory selection of all your favorites and includes complimentary champagne.
Relax and enjoy the music as the gracious crew transports you to a world of ease and luxury. Take a moment to linger in the sun or an opportunity to visit the captain. This cruise provides unparalleled views of San Francisco’s famed bridges, landmarks and city skyline.

Sand Harbor Kayaking On Lake Tahoe – $100

The Sand Harbor kayaking tour begins at Sand Harbor Beach near Incline Village, Nevada on the Northeast shore of Lake Tahoe.
Expert guides will lead you through the warmer waters of the East shore. Learn about the geology, geography, ecology, natural and human history of Lake Tahoe as you paddle past large boulders that jut out of the water, and around white granite rocks.
Enjoy a stop for lunch on a beautiful north shore beach where you can take a dip or soak up some sun before heading back to Sand Harbor.

Sail San Francisco Bay – $105

Two hours on beautiful San Francisco Bay is sure to get you and Mom hooked on sailing for life!
This experience begins when you and Mom meet with your captain and join a six-membered team to learn some of the basic sailing concepts aboard a 36 foot sloop. Upon completion of this two-hour Sailing Lesson, feel free to take a tour of the 50-yacht sailing fleet and the uniquely designed 10,000 square-foot facility.

Thanks for reading!

Thanks for reading our guide to things to do with Mom in San Francisco.
We hope you’ve found something perfect for Mom, but if you’re still looking, you can browse our full range of San Francisco experience gifts here and Mother’s Day gifts here.