Marina District Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Marina District featuring heritage architecture as well as a small group of people
Marina District featuring heritage architecture as well as a small group of people
Marina District featuring heritage architecture
Marina District which includes heritage architecture
Marina District

You’ll find a lot of fit folks running and biking in the Marina District. This will give you some idea of the appeal of this waterside locale.

Sitting on the site of the 1915 Panama-Pacific International Exposition, the Marina District is a jewel in a treasure box of a city. Stroll down Marina Boulevard and take in unobstructed views of the Golden Gate Bridge before wandering through the historic buildings at Fort Mason. The buildings now house coffee shops, museums and restaurants. But the belle of the ball is the Palace of Fine Arts—the only building leftover from the 1915 exposition.

Popular places to visit

Palace of Fine Arts which includes heritage architecture and a pond

Palace of Fine Arts

4/5(54 reviews)

This fabulous palace, inspired by Roman architecture is a fascinating modern renaissance piece and home to San Francisco’s centre of fine arts and science.

Palace of Fine Arts
Fort Mason

Fort Mason

4.5/5(4 reviews)

You can find out about the history of San Francisco when you stop by Fort Mason. Discover the beautiful sunsets and notable monuments in this vibrant area.

Fort Mason
Marina Green

Marina Green

After visiting Marina Green, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Francisco. Stroll along the seaside or discover the beautiful sunsets in this vibrant area.

Marina Green
Chestnut Street

Chestnut Street

During your visit to San Francisco, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Chestnut Street. Visit the top-notch restaurants or charming cafes in this walkable area.

Chestnut Street

Aquatic Park

Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Aquatic Park, a lovely green space in San Francisco. Visit the shops and notable monuments in this vibrant area.

Aquatic Park

Bay Area Theatresports

You can get tickets for a performance at Bay Area Theatresports during your trip to San Francisco. Take in the fascinating museums and beautiful sunsets in this vibrant area.

Bay Area Theatresports

Activities

San Francisco GoCar Tour

GoCar San Francisco Tour

AU$152
per traveller
96% of travellers recommend
GoCar San Francisco Tour
2HR Golden Gate Bridge and Lombard Loop GoCar Tour

2HR Golden Gate Bridge and Lombard Loop GoCar Tour

AU$259
per traveller
96% of travellers recommend
2HR Golden Gate Bridge and Lombard Loop GoCar Tour
San Francisco to Muir Woods Shuttle

San Francisco to Muir Woods Shuttle

AU$137
per adult
San Francisco to Muir Woods Shuttle
Family Surrey Rental

San Francisco: Scenic Surrey Ride Along the Marina Waterfront

AU$54
per adult
San Francisco: Scenic Surrey Ride Along the Marina Waterfront
All Day Special GoCar Tour in San Francisco

All Day Special GoCar Tour in San Francisco

AU$479
per traveller
80% of travellers recommend
All Day Special GoCar Tour in San Francisco
Famous Alamo Square Park, home of The Painted Ladies, with views of Downtown

3-Hour SF City Tour in Electric VW Van

AU$170
per adult
3-Hour SF City Tour in Electric VW Van
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Our pick of the best Marina District Hotel Deals

Comfort Inn by the Bay
Comfort Inn by the Bay
2.5 out of 5
2775 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA
The price is AU$208 per night from 7 July to 8 July
AU$208
7 July - 8 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,020 reviews)
Friendly staff
"Staff was very friendly from the start. We were given a lot of information about the area. Jenne was very accommodating to us about letting us park our vehicle longer than expected."

Reviewed on 4 Jul. 2025

Comfort Inn by the Bay
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
3.5 out of 5
1500 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA
The price is AU$229 per night from 6 July to 7 July
AU$229
6 July - 7 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,192 reviews)
"Convinien"

Reviewed on 2 Jul. 2025

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
4 out of 5
2500 Mason St, San Francisco, CA
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (6,507 reviews)
"Very clean and wonderful breakfast!"

Reviewed on 3 Jul. 2025

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Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
3.5 out of 5
1177 Airport Blvd, Burlingame, CA
The price is AU$175 per night from 13 July to 14 July
AU$175
13 July - 14 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Burlingame. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,858 reviews)
Nice Top Golf
"Great"

Reviewed on 3 Jul. 2025

Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill
FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill
2 out of 5
1075 Sutter St, San Francisco, CA
The price is AU$122 per night from 28 July to 29 July
AU$122
28 July - 29 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (698 reviews)
"Not far away from some famous places"

Reviewed on 4 Jul. 2025

FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill
Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf
Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf
4 out of 5
1300 Columbus Avenue, San Francisco, CA
The price is AU$326 per night from 7 July to 8 July
AU$326
7 July - 8 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the pool ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,636 reviews)
"great location. great staff and good rooms."

Reviewed on 2 Jul. 2025

Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf
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Other neighbourhoods around Marina District

Cow Hollow featuring signage and street scenes

Cow Hollow

4.5/5(11 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants a bustling marina and top sights from Union Street to Van Ness Avenue – discover Cow Hollow, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Cow Hollow
Pacific Heights featuring a garden

Pacific Heights

4/5(8 area reviews)

Take time in Pacific Heights to visit attractions like Mrs. Doubtfire House and Van Ness Avenue. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at California St & Van Ness Ave Stop to see more of the city.

Pacific Heights
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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
Fisherman\'s Wharf featuring a bay or harbour

Fisherman's Wharf

4.5/5(7 area reviews)

Travellers love Fisherman's Wharf for its popular shops, and you can see more of San Francisco by jumping on the metro at Jones St and Beach St Stop or Jefferson St & Taylor St Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Pier 39 and San Francisco Bay.

Fisherman's Wharf
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
North Beach which includes skyline and a city

North Beach

4.5/5(124 area reviews)

Travellers love North Beach for its popular shops, and you can see more of San Francisco by jumping on the metro at Columbus Ave & Lombard St Stop or Columbus Ave & Chestnut St Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Pier 39 and San Francisco Bay.

North Beach

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