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 shops in this vibrant area.

Fort Mason
Chestnut Street

Chestnut Street

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

Chestnut Street
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

Aquatic Park

Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Aquatic Park, a lovely green space in San Francisco. Visit the notable monuments and shops 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 acclaimed theatre scene 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$227 per night from 21 July to 22 July
AU$227
21 July - 22 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! (1,039 reviews)
"It was clean and in a good area"

Reviewed on 10 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$227 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$227
20 July - 21 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! (4,251 reviews)
"Holiday Inn was a good place with nice employees. I stayed there with family for 6 nights. The room was clean. Room service was very good. The room was small for a party of 3. Other than that it was good."

Reviewed on 10 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
The price is AU$293 per night from 21 July to 22 July
AU$293
21 July - 22 July
includes taxes & fees
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! (6,511 reviews)
"Clean, upgraded, breakfast buffet was excellent, close to Fiserman’s wahrf"

Reviewed on 8 Jul. 2025

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
4 out of 5
5 Embarcadero Center, San Francisco, CA
The price is AU$373 per night from 13 July to 14 July
AU$373
13 July - 14 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,729 reviews)
"Love this hotel. The staff here is always fantastic! Amy at the front desk was so kind and funny, Tonny in valet was also helpful, kind and a pleasure to talk to. I look forward to our next stay!"

Reviewed on 8 Jul. 2025

Hyatt Regency San Francisco
InterContinental Mark Hopkins by IHG
InterContinental Mark Hopkins by IHG
4 out of 5
999 California Street, San Francisco, CA
The price is AU$342 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$342
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,031 reviews)
"Easy-peasy check-in, great front-of-the-house staff, start to finish"

Reviewed on 8 Jul. 2025

InterContinental Mark Hopkins by IHG
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$171 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$171
20 July - 21 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! (1,880 reviews)
"Calm and very helpful staff"

Reviewed on 10 Jul. 2025

Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
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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

Marina District Travel Guide

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