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📅 Jun - Aug
🌡️ 21°C / 13°C
☁️ Cool and famously foggy ("Karl the Fog")
Summer in San Francisco requires layers due to cool temperatures and famous fog like Karl the Fog. Pack light jackets, long pants, and comfortable walking shoes for families exploring iconic neighborhoods, beaches, and hills.
Passport
Visa / entry documents
Travel insurance certificate
Flight & hotel confirmations
Driver's license
International driving permit
Credit / debit cards
Cash (local currency)
Emergency contact card
Underwear ×7
Socks ×7
Comfortable walking shoes / sneakers
Light cardigan / layer
Pyjamas / sleepwear
Casual t-shirts ×3
Jeans / trousers ×2
Belt
Toothbrush + toothpaste
Shampoo + conditioner
Body wash / soap
Deodorant
Razor / shaving supplies
Moisturiser
Lip balm
Hair brush / comb
Nail clippers
Prescription medications
Pain relief — ibuprofen / paracetamol
Antihistamines
First aid kit
Band-aids / plasters
Antiseptic cream
Motion sickness tablets
Eye drops
Smartphone + charger
Universal power adapter
Portable battery pack
Headphones / earbuds
Camera + charger + memory cards
Tablet with loaded content
Pre-download shows and games before departure
Daypack / backpack 20L
Packing cubes
Luggage lock
Luggage tags
Reusable water bottle
Travel pillow (neck)
Eye mask + earplugs
Money belt / hidden wallet
Sunglasses
Reusable tote bag
Compact umbrella
Children's pain relief medication
Small toys + fidget toys
Colouring book + crayons
Tablet loaded with kids' shows + headphones
Baby / travel wipes ×3 packs
Nappies / diapers
Pack enough for journey plus 2 extra days
Stroller / compact pram
Baby carrier / sling
Portable white noise machine
Invaluable for maintaining sleep schedules
Children's cold + flu medicine
Kids snacks for travel
Portable booster seat
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