Downtown San Francisco Travel Guide
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Oracle Park
Whether or not you’re a baseball fan, this charming ballpark with outstanding views should be on your San Francisco sightseeing list.
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 art galleries and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Chase Center
Catch an event at Chase Center during your trip to San Francisco. Amble around this vibrant area's Chinatown or experience its entertainment choices.
San Francisco Museum of Modern Art
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.
Union Square
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Union Square during your stay in San Francisco. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.
SF Masonic Auditorium
You can enjoy a show at SF Masonic Auditorium during your trip to San Francisco. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this vibrant area.
Activities
Golden Gate Bay Cruise - Sail Around Alcatraz! (1-hour)
California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission
Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
San Francisco: One day Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Tour
Alcatraz Island Ticket and Hop-on Hop-Off Bus Tour
Our pick of the best Downtown San Francisco Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Garage was clean and safe for parking. Great view from the 18th floor corner room. Room was updated and clean and the bed was very comfortable. Would definitely stay again.
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
Clean room. Considering the age of the hotel, it's in good condition. Staff EXTREMELY courteous, professional and helpful. I will stay again.
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
YOTEL San Francisco
Great stay, location is very central and the staff was lovely
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Good location for first timers
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Hotel Julian
Hotel Julian is very nice and offered everything we needed. The front desk lady Angel is really an angel. She is so helpful and friendly. We really enjoyed our stay there. We will definitely come back if we visit SF again.
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Embassy Hotel
One of the worst areas to stay in San Francisco. But the hotel was safe and staff were very friendly
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown San Francisco
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.
South of Market
Gourmet restaurants great entertainment and top sights from Oracle Park to San Francisco Bay – discover South of Market, a destination also famous for its shopping.
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.
Chinatown
Enjoy the popular shops in Chinatown. St. Mary Square 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.
Financial District
Gourmet restaurants Chinatown and top sights from Embarcadero Center to Market Street Railway Museum – discover Financial District, a destination also famous for its shopping.
South Park
Oracle Park and Brannan Street Wharf are a few top attractions in South Park. Hop around the city on the metro at 2nd & King Station or Fourth-Brannan Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries.
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