What is San Francisco Really like in 2024??

[@patgriffith9176]

As someone who lives in SF, thank you for giving this place a second chance.

[@jimmythestoryteller]

Listen whoever you are :D, I lived there too. and yes, it's a very cool cultural hub

[@patgriffith9176]

@jimmythestoryteller Oh you!

[@marlonburden3117]

I love the Bay from Mobile, Alabama 👍

[@SuzanMiller-ou5kq]

I am considering moving back in San Francisco and this is what I needed to see. Thank you

[@randomtimessomehow]

I've been there as a tourist and experienced a lot of crime. Maybe visit it as a tourist first before moving back...

[@mybiz2167]

I have just visited from Europe and I'll be honest: There is a problem with homelessness, drug abuse and mental illness that is in your face, sooner or later, as you walk the streets and ride the public transportation of this city. Since I traveled solo I was aware of my surroundings at all times and never stayed out late since my hotel was on a street where homeless people hung around - no, it was not in Tenderloin. These problems are not isolated to just one area as some people will have you believe. I love Fisherman's Wharf, and it felt like a safe haven from the Union Square area. I also enjoyed Hayes St, Height Ashbury, walking by the beach to the Golden Gate Bridge and more. I won't discourage anyone to visit San Francisco, but be aware that if you stray from the touristy spots even ever so slightly, you will see people living in misery, human feces on the streets and things of that nature. To some it might not be a big deal, to me it was a bit of a downer. Not all those less fortunate people are bad though, I feel empathy for most of them. Overall I had a good time and I'm happy that I visited. Sorry about the novel😄

[@solomons5669]

I am from Montreal Canada and visited every big us cities and also many european cities. The most dangerous city in Canada feels safer than the least dangerous city in the states. All american cities have this problem where you have to stay on edge. In Barcelona and Paris I also felt the need to stay on edge but not in Geneva, Munich and Madrid. Canada on the other hand is extremely safe. In the US the rich focus on isolation themselves from the homeless and the poor people instead of fixing the issue.

[@solomons5669]

Oh and NYC feels pretty safe just because there’s always a crowd you’re not walking alone.

[@PatientsPortal]

I lived in Belverdere it was no crime and absolutely beautiful! There wasn’t one homeless person in Belverdere. However, I live in Beverly Hills, and hate it! LA is the same accept we’re in a car.

[@Vortex-hz8sb]

Unfortunately this is typical of American cities. America has a homelessness and mental health problem that it refuses to address and the wealth disparity between the bottom and top income brackets are making it worse. I really want to move to Europe.

[@NoOneCaresBTW]

99% of the city is fine. Be careful walking alone at night in the TL and outskirts of. Buddy system helps and just taking a car service or pub transit to pass through the weird areas around civic center and TL will make for a pleasurable visit. It’s a shame there are sooo many excellent hotels, bars, restaurants in the dodgy parts. Zombieland (open air drug market ) at 6th near market st Friday and Saturday night is no joke. Looks like a nightmare. Just don’t go near it. Opportunists come into the city to do their crimes. Only like 8% of arrests are actually SF residents. Those areas are still fugly af to this day. Just stick the other 99% of the town and you will be just fine. You wouldn’t even know SF has some issues.

[@boronizer848]

I am about to visit SF in the near future and it is really good to see that things seem to improve. I am from Europe and all you currently see see is "uuhhh SF is baaaaad". I will avoid Tenderloin and SoMa but Ih hope the rest is fine 😉

[@randomtimessomehow]

@@boronizer848 As someone from Europe who visited SF recently: It is bad, sadly. It's still beautiful but I experienced a lot of crime...

[@samuraichilton]

Even the first sentence is hyperbolic. People want an honest answer. No city in America is 99% fine. Edit: I do appreciate the information about what is good.

[@markuserikssen]

That was a breath of fresh air, quite literally. Nice to see some other perspectives about this city!

[@Steve-z3b]

Many years ago we did a road trip across USA, California was my favourite state, San Francisco my favourite city.

[@Ekam-Sat]

That must have been many many years ago.

[@MrRMB1]

Used to travel there for business in the early 2000's. Loved SF! So glad to see that it's still a nice place, at least where you visited. Better tell the sea lions that they can come back too..

[@skyyinthehaight]

I was born and raised here. I have traveled all over the world I still believe San Francisco is one of the best cities in many metrics. It is one of the most beautiful cities and with a touch of common sense, you will be fine coming here. It has its problems like all large cities but I never feel like I'm unsafe and in most ways it is well functioning and amazing place. All you have to do to remain safe is stay out of a few areas late a night, places you would have no reason to go anyway.

[@longlivetheclash]

Thanks for the positive review of my long-time home, San Francisco, Michael.

[@jakebennett7090]

How the HECK did the best part of SF not make the cut?? I’m talking about every native’s favorite thing in SF - GOLDEN GATE PARK!!

[@christiank8189]

Great video! I currently live in LA, but consider moving to SF because it has the perfect combination of urban atmosphere/walkability and natural beauty. I think if you're outside of the fog zone, you'll even get more sunshine than in coastal Southern California (at least according to statistics). Looking forward to the next part!

[@MichaelMartello]

SF impressed me!

[@3oriigingaming]

I really needed this video. I just got back from a solo trip in LA and I'm planning on visiting SF next. Thank you.

[@MichaelMartello]

Have the best time! SF is a great solo destination.

[@MidnightsDeluxe]

the news & social media always make it seem like it’s anarchy or something, same thing here in Denver where they paint it as hell on earth but it is actually lovely

[@James-mk8jp]

though not mentioned in the video, I hope you got to visit the presidio/marina and golden gate park, 2 beautiful gems of SF

[@MichaelMartello]

yess that's in my follow up video! Love Golden Gate Park.

[@alexwallace6120]

I love San Francisco, my favorite California city. I have been there 2008,and i 've read/seen there lots of problems with homeless and drug abuse. Most likely certain areas. I do hope to visit in the near future. I don't like that expensive for lodging and dining out etc.

[@guoyuzhang5369]

GOD BLESS SAN FRANCISCO

[@2GoodLookin]

Why?

[@guoyuzhang5369]

@@2GoodLookin If possible, I would like to say, 'God bless all of America.'"

[@Jaynesaurus]

LOVE Lady Falcon coffee in Alamo Square Park! Also dying at how you pronounce "Duboce and Noe"

[@MichaelMartello]

💀🤣

[@johnvonundzu2170]

@@MichaelMartello Duboce rhymes with Gross (not that it is anything but nice, mind you) and Noe rhymes with Zoe. And the park may be "Mission Dolores Park", but no one ever says the Mission part out loud.; it's just Dolores Park.

[@onlinealias622]

I went to SF a couple months ago to visit my friend who lives there and it was way cleaner than I expected. Portland Oregon is far worse right now. I had a really good time in SF, I would definitely go back.

[@adayinthelifeofaflhousewif5505]

We went to Portland first last month, it was sad, like a ghost town but SF was horrible. Open drug use, needles, poop everywhere. Did you go anywhere there? We did tours like we do in every city we visit.

[@SirenaChicago]

SF is absolutely beautiful and disgusting all at the same time. I spent some time there in March, would live there in a heart beat! But can’t let go of Santa Monica either! Yes, I have issues! lol! 😝

[@SeaofThieves_7]

lol this is how i felt too! lots of nice places to see but the homeless problem is real and walking out my hotel seeing needles and poop on the sidewalk was the nasty part

[@SeaofThieves_7]

@user-gq7vj1gc5f my email from when i visited it’s the courtyard by Marriot off of post st. my friends i visited that were there for vacay have fam there and were teasing me that my hotel was near tenderloin and i didn’t know what tenderloin was at that time lmao. when my friends got dropped off to the hotel, one of them almost stepped on a needle by the entrance. also, every morning when i went to stroll around there was poop by the entrance and around the whole block of the vicinity the hotel was in 😂

[@diggingmystyle]

Santa Monica is ghetto nowadays. It's what happens when soft on crime DAs are elected. Ironically, the same DA that runs LA County nowadays is also the same one that ruined SF a few years ago.

[@ChevyRobSCV]

Thank you for visiting San Francisco. You inspired me to visit it after about 25 years since my last visit. I'll be there in 2 weeks. I live in Santa Clarita near Vasquez Rocks.

[@MichaelMartello]

have fun!!!😊

[@17moonray]

I visited San Francisco in 2022 for my birthday and I really enjoyed the city the cable cars Fisherman's wharf Union Square. I was disappointed I didn't get to walk across the SF Bridge I was able to take a boat ride around Alcatraz and under SF Bridge. Over all I enjoy SF and wouldn't mind going back

[@arianedupin7660]

Great video, it's nice to see another perspective of that city that I am dying to visit. Will Christmas time be a good time ? Thanks

[@AllDogsAreGoodDogs]

It's not as bad as people say. I live in N. Mission and it's fine.

[@amyawakeandalive]

Best review of The City from a non-native!!!! You have captured a lot of what most tourists miss when they come to San Francisco.

[@danielnaranjo953]

8:54 casually walks by Dante’s peak Chevy suburban.

[@stevehofmaster4292]

Great video,I'm glad SF is coming back😂always one of my favorite cities!

[@janemuses3031]

Summer in San Francisco is actually foggy and cold LOL - if you want to enjoy actual Summer weather, come in Sept and Oct for the best weather. As a Bay Area local, I too have been caught several times and have some tourist sweatshirts to show for it.

[@ny2phillyholloway592]

Good to see SF still kicking it and looking beautiful!! Can't wait for 2nd video🌫🍎💚

[@gigilagous8020]

You’re so funny ! And yes we layer our clothes in SF You never know how fast the weather changes love it tho !

[@randybrough8098]

Thanks, you are fun and so cute

[@MikstyOnYt]

there would be more people depending on the time. like if ur too early there wont be as much people thsn usual.

[@zainAli-jc1ob]

Hey dude what is temp in san Francisco can u tell

[@Rubberbandfan1]

It usually stays in the 60’s Fahrenheit during the day, year round , and drops into the 50’s and 40’s at night.

[@zainAli-jc1ob]

@@Rubberbandfan1 thanks Dude but u tell temp in centigrade

[@MikstyOnYt]

u should also try a waymo driverless car

[@SeaBassTian]

The real issue with San Fran is that NIMBYs have blocked any reasonable type housing reform which when coupled with the tech boom has pushed the cost of living there to absurd amounts. Shame about the MACY's West iconic flagship closing but as you made reference to, we can't be too bummed about a business closing, maybe they can turn the building into some kinda mix use development

[@rainbow20112011]

Which city in California would be the most fun to visit during the summer: Los Angeles, San Diego, or San Francisco?

[@diggingmystyle]

LA. There's not a whole lot to see in San Diego (not even the zoo nowadays) and SF is a tiny city that only takes a couple of days to see. LA might be the homeless capitol of the world but there are many wonderful things to see here that will take at least a week.

[@gigilagous8020]

@@diggingmystyleSF zoo is by the ocean and it’s nice 👍

[@GenevieveKiara]

hmm i was born in san diego and lived there for a while before moving to the bay and i’ve lived in the bay for many years now. i also have visited LA many many times. so i know all three cities pretty well and i would say go visit san diego for sure cause it is so beautiful over there and there are so many nice hotels and beaches as well as good food. san deigo also has the zoo which is pretty nice and the weather is really nice. san francisco is also really pretty and nice for a day trip. i would say if you are going to visit san francisco go drive around and see the other cities in the bay area. northern cali is so gorgeous and has a lot to offer just like socal.

[@diggingmystyle]

@@gigilagous8020 i don't visit zoos nor aquariums any more. I don't support companies caging up animals for profit.

[@TohaBgood2]

@@diggingmystyle Ummmmmmm... Not much to see in SF? You're kidding, right? Yeah, you can do the most touristy spots in SF in maybe 3-4 days. But to actually experience SF you'll need a full month. Most tourist need several visits just to see all the popular spots in the city, let alone the entire Bay Area. Plus, SF is like a city-city. LA... LA is fun but different.

[@paullynn473]

Viewing from Aoteroa New Zealand, similar weather to San Fran, we call it four seasons one day. Looking forward to more Frisco thoughts ❤👌🌉

[@TeisteBrito-hr5fn]

Looking forward to watching the second part and thank you for your content , Michael

[@randomtimessomehow]

When I visited SF from Europe as a tourist I saw 1) homeless zombies at many train stations 2) someone getting robbed 200m and punched infront of me 3) security guard who was bleeding when I entered Walgreens because someone stabbed him during a theft. Police came and shouted "Alright guys, everybody leave the store. This is now a crime scene". I have only seen things like that in movies but it never happened in Europe. San Francisco is beautiful and has a lot of potential-but I didn't feel safe at all. Bonus 4) I also saw how someone got their car windows smashed at the Golden Gate Bridge view spot. I really hope they will be able to save San Francisco

[@brohemoth7696]

once I went to sf and then to watch the sunset at Marshalls Beach. as soon as I got there it was so foggy. I couldn't see two feet in front of me. my windshield was soaked. you'd think it was raining. I desire to go every weekend. Great city with great food, great culture, so much live local music. Some of the most beautiful parks ive been to. I think those who watch the news about SF are innately negative. Not to mention the public transit is good and you can get pretty much anywhere with it. I ditch my car every time

[@crookedsmilegang]

I think most things go in cycles. Currently San Fran is going through a tough time in terms of deficits, politics and crime. However, San Fran is not going anywhere. I think they will manage to make this town thrive again, solve all the issues it currently has, and housing prices will come down. I don't think the city needs a lot done to it. If they can figure out how to get affordable housing/ apartments built, clean the streets and solve the homeless and drug issues, then SF will shine! Things are looking great for San Fran in the next decade or two i'd say. I've been there once and will definitely be going again. Wonderful vibes all round!

[@KnowledgeMaster4321]

I went back and not sure what to expect. Things I heard are improving with crackdown on public drug use and homeless encampments. I knew there would not be some miracle, and most likely is going to take more years before it fully improves. It was pleasantly great. Of course I was mostly in the tourist areas. Was afraid of leaving stuff in the car, but everything was ok. I think the City has a lot of potential to get back on its feet. I don’t think people should be scared, but they should be aware just like most major cities.

[@Jeff.Wilson]

Thanks for the video. Did you feel safe in SF?

[@TohaBgood2]

Despite the pandemic era media hoopla about SF being "unsafe", even at the worst point in 2020-2021 SF was still substantially safer than for example any major city in Florida. So yes, SF did see a brief increase in non-violent crime (and virtually no increase in violent crime) during the pandemic. But it has A. since reversed, and B. never actually got as bad as most other cities around the country that people consider "safe". SF is overall a very safe place that has a ton of very whiny people that start screeching bloody murder as soon as there's even a tiny increase in crime or homelessness.

[@MichaelMartello]

I overall did!

[@davidthewise5250]

@@MichaelMartello Travel to NEOM it will be the next San Francisco

[@ImAcoastpedder]

Wow. Going to be there this coming Friday to start my PCH1 trip down to San Diego. I was aware of some areas gone. Not necessarily Fisherman’s Wharf even though it’s a tourist trap. Getting there Friday night. Leaving Monday morning. Can anyone suggest “Must Do’s” while I’m there with my wife & kids ? We are doing Alcatraz, Muir Woods, Chinatown, Marin Headlands etc. I know to stay away from The Tenderloin Area but with so much now closed, where is a good place to spend some time ? My daughter wants an Authentic NFL 49ers Bosa jersey and the one place that came recommended is closed I think. Any help is much appreciated. Thanks.

[@BeachKokomo]

❤Nice video!! I grew up here and SF was a pretty violent gangster-run city in the 90s & before with 100s gun violence & murders a year just in the Geneva neighborhood. Back then You would get robbed if you moved towards the back of the buses 😂 You can even see the grittiness of downtown in the 2000s in movies like Sweet November.

[@socoman99]

At 2:12, it's a street car, not a cable car. Notice the electric overhead wires?

[@edholohan]

It's great!

[@kapihannibeshie9634]

I visited the city 3 months ago and seen a lot of tourist.

[@StephenDavis-vh4oc]

It is a beautiful place if you block out the boarded-up buildings, don't look at the sidewalk, and tell yourself that it is safe because you have not been robbed "yet".

[@TohaBgood2]

Where are the boarded up buildings? I walked almost 17 miles on foot in SF last weekend. Why didn't I see any boarded up buildings? Where are they?

[@angelicasoup638]

I love SF ,

[@daviddahl8186]

I don't think your comparisons are the best. Prepandemic Union Square had Neiman Marcus and Saks Fifth Avenue; so Rodeo Drive ND Wishire in LA is more similar than Pershing Square or another LA park. Santa Minica or Venice Beach are probably better comparisons to Fishermen's Wharf. Glad to hear SUSAN problems aren't citywide. I plan to travel later this year.

[@patrisio3]

Did you go to the Wharf on a weekday? It's looking extremely thin. On the weekends it's typically very crowded. Nevertheless, good video.

[@MichaelMartello]

Friday!!

[@christinecamley]

Live SF!!

[@nlpnt]

I'm not sure what else Macy's has left to cut other than their flagship store in NYC (Ours is now a high school). But I think the organizers of the Thanksgiving parade might want to look into recruiting a new title sponsor sooner rather than later.

[@James92767]

I visited SF in 2018 and really enjoyed it, Im looking to visit again in 2026 🤞

[@winniebearsenglishteaching3547]

But it is still so expensive now ! I just visited SF in Aug 2024

[@Murphk]

Next time, I recommend checking out Sausalito for a sunset and cute beach vibe town. Just located right over the Golden Gate Bridge.

[@alexandershtumpf9373]

Sea lions: I visited SF back in June and there were hundreds of them relaxing, swimming around and doing their thing lol

[@AmentaEnterprises]

Dolores Park is a gem. Probably one of the most successful city parks globally.

[@newbirth35]

I spent most of my 29 years in California in the Bay Area. I finally had to leave 10 years ago.

[@joeylantis22]

sad you missed those sunsets! That view from Twin Peaks or Buena Vista would have been beautiful!

[@realityos]

Great video, I love it there, but it's also *-ing expensive. ;-)

[@writeone6665]

HOMELESSNESS is growing everywhere. I live in Oklahoma City and the homelessness is insane, especially downtown. And rhe panhandling is crazy. The red states are just as bad but they keel it quiet, but its just as bad.

[@cjstanley1]

San Francisco is beautiful. Don't believe the nasty haters, they probably can't afford to visit the city.

[@tytratar2114]

You remind me of the violin player in titanic! People are now pooping right in front of the public. Fisherman’s warf is completely dead, and no one wants to visit the city anymore. Wake-up and smell the coffee!

[@cjstanley1]

@@tytratar2114 hey hon, i think your hair is on fire.

[@nathanlewis5682]

​@@tytratar2114It should be changed to "wake up and smell the 💩"

[@tomsbytes]

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[@macharrington7733]

Nasty place...I was there for a cruise recently

[@anthony7777]

Crime rates are a bit down this year because most shops and restaurants are closed. Nothing to steal! 😂

[@EnronnSierra]

My first two visits was in 2018 and 2019, 2018 was super short. 2019 I enjoyed it but didn't get to explore enough, but went as far as San Jose up to Apple Park. I am thinking of making it my destination this summer because I am have not been impressed by any of the videos of Santa Monica and West Hollywood so far. When I visited in 2019 I couldn't find the Painted Ladies, I was thinking it would be close to Dolores Park but I was way off. The feelings are getting stronger for SF, will make a final decision soon.

[@Darthjarjar6619]

Going for the first time next week!

[@MichaelMartello]

Have funnn

[@psfca]

Yay ❤

[@thanhalaipple6684]

What did you think?

[@Darthjarjar6619]

@@thanhalaipple6684 it was great!

[@abenezerethiopiawi]

the city declined so much i missed the days i would go to downtown after school to hang out

[@LazloSon]

San Francisco is beautiful and I would definitely visit again but they really should address some of the issues there.

[@bayareathrasher666]

as a 55 year Bay Area native...never ever heard "Karl"

[@StephenDavis-vh4oc]

Do we have to say it again, crime is down because people that live here have caught on to the idea that calling the police is a waste of time.

[@wwbuirkle]

Also the DA's refuse to prosecute

[@TohaBgood2]

@@wwbuirkle We recalled the old DA in a special election and replaced them with a good one.

[@TohaBgood2]

Then why is crime that you can't report also down? Why are murders down too? Why did the prices for replacement automotive glass go down below pre-pandemic? Why are the streets clean? Why are the homeless people gone from the streets? You all keep trying to pretend like the crazy NIMBYs in SF who report literally everything and anything stopped reporting crime. Anyone who has met the typical whiny San Franciscan knows that this is complete bullshyt. If anything, they complain too much and report a ton of non-crime.

[@DN-sy3pv]

You should make a best beaches video!

[@swearworks]

Fisherman's Wharf is the Last place to go in SF. Has no connection to living in San Francisco

[@Zambineaux305]

Oakland embodies every label the media pins on SF 😂

[@jareddoran6605]

Same as Baltimore, Detroit, St Louis, and Atlanta

[@pedrovilchez1688]

Huummm why a city that was one visited and envied it's now under scrutiny.just wonder

[@glen7407]

It's pronounced "du bose"

[@traditionalgirl5585]

All the yokels know Twin Peaks is where Carl steps in to the city...

[@a.c.7541]

Use sunscreen!

[@ilyaw.3081]

SF is fine just unaffordable to be a cool city like it used to be.

[@Ubiquitous_1]

SF has its not so great side, like the rest of the country, but overall, it still has its positives. People believe everything they see on social media. Disaster and scare tactics sell. If it was anarchy and everyone was leaving the Bay Area, the house prices would come down. That's definitely not happening. Yours is the most realistic showing I've seen in a while.

[@PurebloodStalker]

15 minute city is coming. San Francisco, will, be the tester. Mark my, words…

[@jkuku1]

u didnt see any crime at alll?

[@MichaelMartello]

I didn't witness anything no!

[@Kimster182]

It helps when you don’t have a car. Much of the crime is property related

[@TohaBgood2]

@@Kimster182 Car breakins in SF dropped below the national average after a crackdown by the city. You're now more likely to have your car broken into in whatever city you live in than in SF.

[@jareddoran6605]

​@@Kimster182 I go to San Francisco multiple times a year, and never once has my car been broken into. The media machine is nothing but propaganda and scare tactics, and they, for whatever reason, have a deranged vendetta against San Francisco (and pretty much all of California for that matter)

[@frauwolftherehorse]

NEW Subscriber Today. My pleasure.

[@330toSRT8]

The tech journalist Kara Swisher said SF is getting its life back with all the AI startups, but I don't know where all those folks are hanging out.

[@TohaBgood2]

Hayes Valley is the hub for the smaller AI startups and Mission Bay is where the people from the larger ones hang out (OpenAI, Anthropic, Inflection AI, etc.)

[@mrxman581]

Just like in certain areas of LA, many are still working from home.

[@gurupurkha]

Dude, you start the video by visiting the most boring tourist trap in SF. This area does not matter to locals.

[@Zambineaux305]

That’s like people going straight to South Beach to describe Miami 😂🙄

[@Flashiest88]

SF is Central. Nor-Cal is above Sac. We have nothing to do with the Bay Area, nor want to be affiliated with it.

[@jareddoran6605]

Me when I miss the point of the video entirely

[@ebadd3468]

SF has issues, but it has it good spots. Nowhere near as nice back in the late 90s to early 2000's, goodtimes just don't last.

[@TohaBgood2]

SF was almost 2x more dangerous in the 90s, dude. You bought the propaganda hook, line, and sinker! Check the actual crime rates.

[@ebadd3468]

@@TohaBgood2 Buddy SF no longer reports shoplifting under $1000. They did not have meth heads back then either, cope a little harder

[@TohaBgood2]

@@ebadd3468 No. Stealing below $1000 is not longer classified as a felony. But it's still a misdemeanor. You're still getting arrested and you're still going to jail, but slightly less time. Oh, and property crimes dropped more than in half in SF in the last year. How do you explain the drop if you're saying that the penalties got lower? You've completely overdosed on propaganda, bud.

[@ebadd3468]

@@TohaBgood2 What does your average police officer think about a misdemeanor offense? We don't have time to prosecute so they let it slide. Not worth all that paperwork. And since your city had one of the largest defund the police marches, what type of police recruit will you have to pick from. Most likely bottom of the barrel recruit. Cope harder pal, whatever makes you sleep at night. Better start packing, because it will get worse before it gets better.

[@TohaBgood2]

@@ebadd3468 No defunding happened in SF whatsoever. In fact, the SFPD budget increased since the pandemic. There are all kinds of crazies marching for all kinds of stuff. Doesn't mean that anyone acts on their crazy beliefs. In your city you have neonazis marching to declare Trump king and emperor. Have they declared the orange mor0n emperor yet? No? Because marches don't mean automatic implementation in public policy, right? This is complete nonsense. The cops still arrest people in SF for shoplifting just like they always did. The same as they do in the states that have an even higher misdemeanor/felony limit than California, like for example Texas. You people have no idea what you're talking about. All you know is the crappy propaganda you heard on Fox "News".

[@k2sworld]

There is a distinct difference in vibe between L.A. and San Fran and I think you're either built for one or the other. Me, personally, am energized by L.A., whereas I feel like the life is being sucked out of me in San Fran. It could be the fog and the constant dampness of the air in San Fran, bc I have S.A.D., but it's not a place I've ever enjoyed.

[@MichaelMartello]

SAD is so real

[@k2sworld]

@@MichaelMartello It really is. May Gray and June Gloom this year in L.A. were exceptionally rough. There were weeks on end of no sun until 2 or 3 pm. If it isn't cloudy again until December, I may actually recover.

[@gridley]

Cultural, economic & physical differences between the two major parts of CA have been noted for generations. Same thing with the differences between NYC & LA, the East Coast & West Coast. Or Europe & the US. They'll never change. Today's SF, however, is a forewarning to any city, particularly LA, how things can fall apart way too easily in spite of a city having built-in advantages of weather, culture, terrain, economics, demographics.

[@TohaBgood2]

@@gridley Lol, dude what are you even talking about? Have you seen SF these days? Seriously! Have you actually visited it recently? It's kind of great.

[@gridley]

@@TohaBgood2 I guess the owners of properties like the Westfield SF Centre, or around Union Sq or Fisherman's Wharf must be gaslighting everyone. It's also possible that, for example, Macy's just wants a sweetheart deal from the city, etc.

[@hanschristianbrando5588]

No cruising the Castro? Maybe that's next video.

[@supersonicfan3522]

October and November are usually the clearest months

[@leethomas4387]

No. It's not good, I wouldn't sugar coat it. I've travelled all over the world and seriously SF takes the prize for the most disgusting: many of the streets smell of urine, vomit and weed. Broken humans everywhere, you need to have eyes in the back of your head. I had a crazed 16 year old talking to himself come at me this morning with a knife in his hand. I'm saddened, visited here 30 years ago, it was 'edgy' then but still amazing, now it is absolutely repulsive.

[@ArizonaHarry]

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[@KongSunWu]

About 50% of the people I know who have gone to SF have had their cars broken into. Breaking into cars is legal in SF

[@Bigmoney703]

Crime is down bc people are tired of reporting it

[@claudiabader2606]

Even the sealions are leaving SF

[@sarahkhan2310]

With a massive 34 trillion debt everything in the u s is collapsing. Holding on to the dollar and bond is a death trap. The business of war made it worse

[@TohaBgood2]

Lol, California is just about to pass Japan for 5th largest economy in the world, buddy. Wake up! Your propaganda has been saying this same crap for decades. When is America supposed to crash finally? Any decade now?

[@obetwokenobi458]

There are so many closed places, why arened you showeing the truth, and that park should be wall to wall people.

[@MichaelMartello]

Sure there's a bunch of closed businesses/bad areas...but most of the city's hotspots/good neighborhoods are totally fine to visit.

[@reneebru1]

@@MichaelMartelloYou are NOT in SF. You’re seeing a former shell of itself! SF was GONE years/decades ago. I’m a 3rd generation native San Franciscan, born and raised in SF…when it was a magnificent, city. So sad…

[@jareddoran6605]

​@@reneebru1tell me more about how the restaurants on Pier 39 have been closed for decades 😂

[@sangeronimoband9018]

No they are not. No more crabs. No more old restaurants. Leave you car. Parked at the Safeway by fort mason.

[@Moonwalker0000]

I’ve heard sanfran was worse than LA wow….

[@toddbergamaschi73]

2 minutes 11 seconds; "There's the cable car !" ?? That is called a trolley car 🚎 .

[@lawrenceteft7209]

Technically it’s PCC streetcar.

[@gabrielz2023]

Now show the reality, buddy. You literally avoided the bad areas. Market street has only two blocks where its not taken by zombies. You must be a journalist...