The ATS 2025 International Conference returns to San Francisco May 16-21, offering attendees an exciting opportunity to explore one of America’s most iconic cities once they wrap their day exploring the latest research in clinical, basic, and translational science in pulmonary, critical care, and sleep medicine at the Moscone Center.
The Moscone Center is conveniently located near the city’s public transportation lines, providing easy access to the Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) trains and the Muni system, which operates the city’s buses, trains, cable cars, and famous streetcars.
First-time visitors will likely want to see San Francisco’s most recognizable landmark, the Golden Gate Bridge. For those interested in the history behind the bridge, free walking tours are offered twice weekly, on Thursdays and Sundays. Attendees can visit the San Francisco City Guides website for additional information and tour schedules.

While in the area, visitors can also enjoy Golden Gate Park. With more than 1,000 acres to explore, the park offers scenic views, delicious dining options, and enriching activities for people of all ages, including:
- Anglers Lodge (1232 John F. Kennedy Drive) – Tucked away in the park’s western end are three serene pools and a rustic mountain-style lodge, home to the Golden Gate Angling and Casting Club. The pools are open to anyone who would like to practice their casting technique, free of charge, and members are often happy to provide tips.
- Bison Paddock (1237 John F. Kennedy Drive) – Before San Francisco opened its first zoo in the 1930s, many wild creatures were kept in Golden Gate Park, including elk, deer, bear, sheep, and bison. The herd’s first home was in the park’s eastern end, but in 1899 they were moved to the meadow where visitors can find them today, just west of Spreckels Lake along John F. Kennedy Drive. The small herd that remains is cared for by the San Francisco Zoo while Rec and Park gardeners maintain the enclosure.
- Conservatory of Flowers (100 John F. Kennedy Drive) – The Conservatory of Flowers, established in 1879, is the oldest building in Golden Gate Park. It’s home to approximately 1,700 species of aquatic and tropical plants; many rare, including a 100-year-old giant Imperial philodendron, a world-renowned collection of orchids, giant water lilies, and carnivorous plants.
- Japanese Tea Garden (75 Hagiwara Tea Garden Drive) – The Japanese Tea Garden in Golden Gate Park is the oldest in the United States. Built for the 1894 California Midwinter International Exposition as the fair’s Japanese Village exhibit, the garden’s lush, harmonious landscaping pays homage to the traditional Japanese art of the garden. Paths wind through its 3.5 acres of carefully chosen and manicured plants, including graceful Japanese maples, twisting pines, clipped azaleas, and cherry trees.
ATS 2025 attendees interested in sampling the Bay Area’s culinary scene are also in for a treat. The city boasts dozens of restaurants that have earned a coveted Michelin star.

Bustling areas like Pier 39, Union Square, and Ghiradelli Square also provide many options for shopping, dining, and experiencing the city’s arts and culture scene.
For travelers interested in making the most of their downtime, a CityPASS provides admission to the California Academy of Sciences, the Blue & Gold Fleet San Francisco Bay Cruise, and the choice between two of the following attractions:
- Aquarium of the Bay
- Exploratorium
- San Francisco Zoo & Gardens
- San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA)
- The Walt Disney Family Museum

Similarly, a San Francisco C3 pass offers discounts on one-time admission tickets to three points of interest in the city, including:
- California Academy of Sciences
- Blue & Gold Fleet San Francisco Bay Cruise
- Aquarium of the Bay
- Exploratorium
- San Francisco Zoo & Gardens
- San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA)
- The Walt Disney Family Museum
- Bay City Bike & Parkwide Bike Rentals
- de Young Museum + Legion of Honor
Register Today for ATS 2025

Register today for the ATS 2025 International Conference! Don’t miss the opportunity to experience this year’s premier respiratory health conference, May 16-21 in San Francisco. Join your colleagues to learn about the latest pulmonary, critical care, and sleep medicine developments. Not an ATS member? Join today and save on your conference registration!