Visit The East Side
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!
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.
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 art galleries and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Lombard Street
Often incorrectly called the world’s crookedest street, this San Francisco roadway is an iconic spot to see, photograph and drive down.
Activities
San Francisco: Flyer Theater, 7D Ride & Laser Maze Combo
California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission
Golden State Warriors Basketball Game at Chase Center
San Francisco: Skip-the-Line 1-Hour Bay Cruise by Boat
Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
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Other neighbourhoods around The East Side
Noe Valley
Appreciated for its churches and architecture, you might consider exploring Noe Valley. Check out the variety of things to see and do like 22nd St Hill, and jump on the metro at Church St & Clipper St Stop or Church St & 24th St Stop to get around the city.
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.
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.
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.
Sunset District
Consider exploring the beaches in Sunset District. If sightseeing is on the list, Golden Gate Park is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Judah Street & Sunset Boulevard Station or Judah St & 34th Ave Stop to see more of the area.
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.
- Stanford University
- Pier 39
- Oracle Park
- Golden Gate Park
- Golden Gate Bridge
- Lombard Street
- Presidio of San Francisco
- Jack London Square
- Alcatraz Island
- University of California
- Muir Woods National Monument
- Oakland Arena
- Ocean Beach
- Ghirardelli Square
- San Francisco Museum of Modern Art
- Palace of Fine Arts
- California Academy of Sciences
- Stanford Shopping Center