Downtown San Francisco Travel Guide

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Downtown San Francisco

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Oracle Park

4.5/5(36 reviews)

Whether or not you’re a baseball fan, this charming ballpark with outstanding views should be on your San Francisco sightseeing list.

Oracle Park
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Moscone Convention Center

3.5/5(13 reviews)

During your trip, find out what's happening in Moscone Convention Center, a top convention centre in San Francisco. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and notable monuments in this vibrant area.

Moscone Convention Center
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Ferry Building

4/5(8 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in San Francisco with a trip to Ferry Building. Visit the notable monuments and shops in this vibrant area.

Ferry Building
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San Francisco Museum of Modern Art

4.5/5(52 reviews)

Displaying artworks from Frida Kahlo to Andy Warhol, this museum of modern and contemporary art is one of the largest of its kind in the United States.

San Francisco Museum of Modern Art
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Embarcadero Center

4/5(1 review)

During your visit to San Francisco, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Embarcadero Center. Amble around this vibrant area's Chinatown or experience its acclaimed art galleries.

Embarcadero Center
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Union Square

4/5(10 reviews)

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Union Square during your stay in San Francisco. Discover the entertainment choices in this vibrant area or seek out the local tours.

Union Square

Activities

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San Francisco: Aquarium of the Bay General Admission Ticket

AU$48
Per adult
86% of travellers recommend
San Francisco: Aquarium of the Bay General Admission Ticket
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Our pick of the best Downtown San Francisco Hotel Deals

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
4 out of 5
424 Clay St, San Francisco, CA
The price is AU$209 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
AU$209
per night
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,615 reviews)
"Easy parking"

Reviewed on 6 Jun. 2024

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway, an IHG Hotel
3.5 out of 5
1500 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA
The price is AU$236 per night from 2 Jul to 3 Jul
AU$236
per night
2 Jul - 3 Jul
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,632 reviews)
"I stayed here for a long weekend of sightseeing and it worked out perfectly. The restaurant on site is great, and staff was attentive and efficient. There is a dedicated ride share pick up location just outside of the hotel, which was convenient, but it is super easy to walk and utilize public transit ..."

Reviewed on 6 Jun. 2024

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway, an IHG Hotel
Handlery Union Square Hotel
Handlery Union Square Hotel
3.5 out of 5
351 Geary St, San Francisco, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$246 per night from 14 Jun to 15 Jun
AU$246
per night
14 Jun - 15 Jun
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,933 reviews)
"Stay in the Main Street of San Francisco. It was a walkable distance for the shopping area. We enjoyed the sauna that you had to pre book and have all too yourselves. The beds were super comfy and were very happy with our stay."

Reviewed on 7 Jun. 2024

Handlery Union Square Hotel
Hotel Stratford
Hotel Stratford
2 out of 5
242 Powell St, San Francisco, CA
Stay at this hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and a business center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (624 reviews)
"Thd property has been renovated recently and did a greag job. Sfaff very friendly. The only thing wax that coffee would bd ready after 8.30 and if you get up earlier you hsvf to go to Starbucks cross street. Other than that is a perfect location."

Reviewed on 7 Jun. 2024

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Hotel Stratford
The Westin St. Francis San Francisco on Union Square
The Westin St. Francis San Francisco on Union Square
4.5 out of 5
335 Powell Street, San Francisco, CA
The price is AU$255 per night from 2 Jul to 3 Jul
AU$255
per night
2 Jul - 3 Jul
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,754 reviews)
"Booked for a stay at this hotel and it was good"

Reviewed on 5 Jun. 2024

The Westin St. Francis San Francisco on Union Square
San Francisco Marriott Marquis
San Francisco Marriott Marquis
4 out of 5
780 Mission Street, San Francisco, CA
The price is AU$240 per night from 20 Jun to 21 Jun
AU$240
per night
20 Jun - 21 Jun
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,148 reviews)
Beautiful Hotel in the Middle of the City
"The hotel was beautiful and the room was comfortable. The view could have been nicer, but we were only on the 5th floor inside a major city so what more could I expect, really? Unfortunately, we didn't get to use any of the amenities or facilities, but based on what I saw, I'm sure they would have ..."

Reviewed on 6 Jun. 2024

San Francisco Marriott Marquis
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown San Francisco

Union Square featuring a skyscraper and a city

Union Square

4/5(249 area reviews)

Known for its charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Union Square. Check out top attractions like Westin St Francis Hotel Glass Elevators and Union Square, and jump on the metro at Powell St & Geary Blvd Stop or Powell St & Post St Stop to see more of the city.

Union Square
South of Market which includes skyline, a park and cbd

South of Market

3.5/5(101 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants great entertainment and top sights from Oracle Park to Chase Center – discover South of Market, a destination also famous for its shopping.

South of Market
Nob Hill showing street scenes and a city

Nob Hill

4/5(59 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants Chinatown and top sights from Grace Cathedral to SF Masonic Auditorium – discover Nob Hill, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Nob Hill
Chinatown showing street scenes

Chinatown

4/5(20 area reviews)

Enjoy the popular shops in Chinatown. Chinatown Alleyways is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Chinatown-Rose Pak Stop or Powell St & Clay St Stop to see more of San Francisco.

Chinatown
Financial District - Ferry Building

Financial District

4/5(16 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants Chinatown and top sights from Embarcadero Center to TransAmerica Redwood Forest – discover Financial District, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Financial District
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Russian Hill

4/5(1 area review)

Travellers choose Russian Hill for its pristine beaches. Hop aboard the metro at Hyde St & Filbert St Stop or Hyde St & Union St Stop and check out top sights like Macondray Lane.

Russian Hill

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