Cole Valley Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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
Learn about the events happening in Moscone Convention Center during your trip to San Francisco. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this vibrant area.
Oracle Park
Whether or not you’re a baseball fan, this charming ballpark with outstanding views should be on your San Francisco sightseeing list.
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.
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.
Activities
Alcatraz Inside and Golden Gate Bridge Bay Boat Cruise
San Francisco: Flyer Theater, 7D Ride & Laser Maze Combo
San Francisco: Skip-the-Line 1-Hour Bay Cruise by Boat
Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Golden State Warriors Basketball Game at Chase Center
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Other neighbourhoods around Cole Valley
Castro District
Castro District is a destination travellers like for its bars, and you might hop aboard the metro at 17th St & Castro St Stop or Castro Station to explore sights like Castro Street.
Western Addition
Alamo Square and Painted Ladies are top sights in Western Addition, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Duboce Avenue & Noe Street Station or Duboce Ave & Church St Stop to see more sights in the area.
Richmond District
You'll enjoy the churches and live music in Richmond District. You might want to make time for a stop at Golden Gate Park or Presidio of San Francisco.
Golden Gate
If you're spending time in Golden Gate, check out sights like Golden Gate Park or San Francisco Botanical Garden and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Irving St & 9th Ave Stop or Irving St & 8th Ave Stop.
Mission District
You might enjoy the bars while in Mission District. Mission Dolores Park is a notable sight, and you can get around town at 16th Street Mission Station or 24th Street Mission Station to see more of the city.
Japantown
Travellers come to Japantown for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Cottage Row and Konko Church of San Francisco while you're in town.
- Pier 39
- Golden Gate Bridge
- Oracle Park
- Alcatraz Island
- Golden Gate Park
- Jack London Square
- Muir Woods National Monument
- Presidio of San Francisco
- University of California
- Palace of Fine Arts
- Lombard Street
- San Francisco Museum of Modern Art
- Ghirardelli Square
- California Academy of Sciences
- Oakland Zoo
- Bill Graham Civic Auditorium
- Fox Theater
- Oakland Arena
- Ocean Beach