China Basin Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Oracle Park
Whether or not you’re a baseball fan, this charming ballpark with outstanding views should be on your San Francisco sightseeing list.
Golden Gate Park
This wonderful park is a haven away from the hustle and bustle of the busy city. Come here to relax, enjoy the scenery, breathe in the air and watch the wildlife.
Pier 39
This waterfront attraction offers all the fun of a traditional pier with rides, street performances and entertainment courtesy of a colony of resident sea lions!
Golden Gate Bridge
This iconic bridge, with its distinctive burnished red colour, is probably one of the world’s most instantly recognisable landmarks.
Moscone Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Moscone Convention Center, a top convention centre in San Francisco. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Alcatraz Island
Home to the world’s most notorious prison, tour this famous landmark to understand why it gained its reputation as such a cold and unforgiving place.
Activities
California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Alcatraz Island Ticket and Hop-on Hop-Off Bus Tour
One Day in San Francisco, Muir Woods, Sausalito optional Alcatraz
California Sunset Cruise (2-hours)
Our pick of the best China Basin Hotel Deals
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
clean comfortable and great location
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Hotel VIA
Room was very clean
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Clean room, easy access to everything
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Nice hotel close to Fisherman’s Wharf and easy access to public transportation. Professional and friendly staff that make your stay pleasant and easygoing.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Good hotel in the Embarcadero area. Nice atrium with see-through glass walls on the elevators. Well lit rooms with spacious bathrooms (I was in a recently renovated unit). Somewhat limited eating options in the immediate area but if you walk a couple of blocks there are some options. It is also walkable ...
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
Nice hotel
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around China Basin
South of Market
Gourmet restaurants great entertainment and top sights from Oracle Park to Chase Center – discover South of Market, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Union Square
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.
Financial District
Gourmet restaurants Chinatown and top sights from Embarcadero Center to TransAmerica Pyramid – discover Financial District, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Downtown San Francisco
Known for its fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Downtown San Francisco. Top attractions like Oracle Park and Chase Center are major draws. Catch the metro at Market St & 5th St Stop or Market St & Taylor St Stop to see more of the city.
Chinatown
Enjoy the popular shops in Chinatown. Dragon's Gate 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.
Nob Hill
Gourmet restaurants Chinatown and top sights from SF Masonic Auditorium to Cable Car Museum – discover Nob Hill, a destination also famous for its shopping.
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