Find out what services and facilities are available at San Francisco Airport. Where is the best place to eat and shop?
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Internet and wi-fi
Free, unlimitedwi-fi is available throughout the airport. Select the "#SFO FREE WIFI" network.
Don't delay buying a physical sim card upon arrival. Get an easy and fast US data e-sim on the web airalo.com.
Luggage storage
San Francisco is one of the few US airports with a baggage room. You can find it under the name "Airport Travel Agency" in the public area of the international terminal towards departure gate "G".
It is open from 6:00 am to 11:00 pm and prices range from 15 usd to 35 usd per 24 hours, depending on the size of your luggage.
The official website of the storage facility is: airporttravelagency.org.
Showers
Public showers open 24 hours a day can be found in the "Freshen Up" shop in the public area of the International Terminal near departure gates "G".
You will pay for a 30-minute shower 30 usd, towel and toiletries are included. Official information can be found on the website: airporttravelagency.org/freshen-up.
Shops and supermarket
All terminals are equipped with a wide range of shops. Most duty free, fashion or travel accessory shops are located after security.
Travelers often look for grocery stores and takeaway snacks. The regular supermarket at SFO does not operate and the Hudson News newsagents usually only sell drinks, sweets or crisps.
Despite its size, there is also no pharmacy operating at the airport.
For a list of all available shops, visit: flysfo.com/passengers/shop.
Dining options
Dining options are available especially after security, where you will find countless restaurants, fast-food joints, cafes and bakeries.
A list of restaurants by terminal can be found on the airport website: flysfo.com/passengers/dine.
Most establishments are open from approximately 4:30 to 23:00. Which restaurants have the longest opening hours?
Harvey Milk Terminal 1
- Mama Go's Filipino Cuisine - after security, 3:30-11:30 p.m.
- Bay Area Bistrot - after security check, 4:15-10:00pm
- Starbird - after security, 4:00-11:00 p.m.
Terminal 2
- Burger Joint - after security, 4:00-10:00 p.m.
- Andalé Mexican Restaurant - after security check, 4:00-11:30 p.m.
ATMs and money changers
There are no traditional currency exchange offices at the airport.
You can withdraw money from the many "Bank of America" or "Wells Fargo" ATMs located throughout the airport.
Drinking water
Fountains are available in the transit area near the toilets where you can fill your own empty bottle with cold drinking water.
Smoking rooms
No smoking is allowed in any area after security check. Designated smoking areas are only available outside the terminals (public area).
Vending machines
There are vending machines at many locations throughout the airport selling drinks, sweets and basic pharmaceutical items (CVS).
Viewing terraces
Get some fresh air while you wait and visit one of the observation decks. You will see the movement of aircraft on the tarmac and the distant runways.
- SkyTerrace - Terminal 2, after security check, open 10:00-18:00
- Outdorr Terrace - International Terminal G, after security, open 07:00-23:30
Admission to both terraces is free.
Yoga room
Rooms for yoga or meditation can be found in two terminals. They are available free of charge.
- Terminal 2 - after security check, open 7:30-22:30
- Terminal 3 - after security check, open 7:30-22:30
Business Corner
At several locations after security check of all terminals, you will enjoy comfortable work corners with higher tables with office chairs suitable for laptop work.
220 V sockets and USB-connectors are available.
Museum of Aviation
In the public area of the main international departure hall (near security checkpoint "A"), visit the small museum dedicated to the history of aviation in general and the development of San Francsico Airport.
Admission is free daily from 10:00 to 16:30. Detailed information can be found on the official website: sfomuseum.org/aviation-museum.
