Golden Gate Travel Guide

San Francisco

California Academy of Sciences showing interior views as well as a large group of people
Golden Gate Park showing a garden, a lake or waterhole and landscape views
Golden Gate Park which includes a lake or waterhole, a garden and bird life
Japanese Tea Garden showing forests, landscape views and a pond
California Academy of Sciences featuring a city

Popular places to visit

Golden Gate Park featuring a garden and flowers

Golden Gate Park

This beloved park offers relaxation among trees, flowers and wildlife, right in San Francisco’s backyard.

Golden Gate Park
California Academy of Sciences which includes rides and interior views

California Academy of Sciences

This vast scientific institution is one of the world’s largest museums of natural history.

California Academy of Sciences
De Young Museum featuring interior views

De Young Museum

This famous fine arts museum in Golden Gate Park was founded in the 19th century and boasts a collection dating back to the 1600s.

De Young Museum
Japanese Tea Garden showing heritage architecture and a garden

Japanese Tea Garden

The oldest public Japanese garden in the United States is a place of peace and beauty nestled in Golden Gate Park.

Japanese Tea Garden
San Francisco Botanical Garden

San Francisco Botanical Garden

Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore San Francisco Botanical Garden, a lovely green space in San Francisco. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this vibrant area.

San Francisco Botanical Garden
Conservatory of Flowers featuring outdoor art, heritage elements and a park

Conservatory of Flowers

Admire the incredible array of blooms on display, from insect-eating plants to elaborately shaped orchids, at this well-preserved Victorian-era conservatory.

Conservatory of Flowers

Things to do

California Academy of Sciences General Admission

California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission

Rp897.600
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission
Hidden Stairways of San Francisco

Hidden Stairways of San Francisco

Rp571.200
per adult
Hidden Stairways of San Francisco
San Francisco: 70s Hippie Culture Exploration Game

San Francisco Haight Ashbury Hippie Exploration Game

Rp201.148
per adult
San Francisco Haight Ashbury Hippie Exploration Game
Tyrannosaurus Rex skeleton stands above patrons of museum at night in San Francisco

NightLife Admission at the California Academy of Sciences

Rp408.000
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
NightLife Admission at the California Academy of Sciences
Golden Gate Park Surrey

San Francisco: Scenic Surrey Ride Through Golden Gate Park

Rp571.200
per adult
San Francisco: Scenic Surrey Ride Through Golden Gate Park
Visit de Young Museum in Golden Gate Park

de Young Museum General Admission Ticket

Rp326.400
per adult
de Young Museum General Admission Ticket
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Top hotels in Golden Gate

Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG

Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG

3.5 out of 5
1177 Airport Blvd, Burlingame, CA
Fully refundable
The price is Rp1.722.105 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
Rp1.722.105
Rp1.957.951 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Burlingame. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,978 reviews)
"This property was a pretty good deal for the price. The location was fantastic, the daily buffet breakfast at the restaurant was nice and the other food there was tasty as well. The property itself needed a little TLC but nonetheless we enjoyed our stay in our comfortable room. We would consider ..."

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025

Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
Hilton San Francisco Financial District

Hilton San Francisco Financial District

4 out of 5
750 Kearny St, San Francisco, CA
The price is Rp2.077.187 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
Rp2.077.187
Rp2.444.745 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness centre and Wi-Fi (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,580 reviews)
"Comfortable bed !"

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
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 Rp2.164.117 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
Rp2.164.117
Rp3.222.778 total
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (6,644 reviews)
"The hotel is very walkable. The breakfast is fantastic!"

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
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 Rp2.077.187 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
Rp2.077.187
Rp2.444.733 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,388 reviews)
"This hotel was perfect for my trip. It was clean, comfortable & easy to get around. While the location is not central to a lot of the touristy sights, there are many options to get around. It is far from Muni Train lines but plenty of buses, cabs (Waymo) or bikes in the area. The rooms are a little ..."

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

4 out of 5
200 Marina Blvd, Berkeley, CA
The price is Rp2.107.832 per night from 15 Aug to 16 Aug
Rp2.107.832
Rp2.428.118 total
15 Aug - 16 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Berkeley. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a marina and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (3,168 reviews)
"room was very comfortable"

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
Hyatt Regency San Francisco

Hyatt Regency San Francisco

4 out of 5
5 Embarcadero Center, San Francisco, CA
The price is Rp2.642.201 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
Rp2.642.201
Rp3.880.586 total
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,786 reviews)
"Regency Club had a great breakfast"

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

Hyatt Regency San Francisco
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Other neighbourhoods around Golden Gate

Ocean Beach featuring a sandy beach, general coastal views and landscape views

Outer Sunset

When in Outer Sunset and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Ocean Beach or San Francisco Botanical Garden and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Judah St & 34th Ave Stop or Judah Street & Sunset Boulevard Station.

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Sunset District

3.5/5(6 area reviews)

Consider exploring the beaches in Sunset District. If sightseeing is on the list, Ocean Beach 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.

Sunset District
Golden Gate Bridge showing mist or fog and a bridge

Presidio

If you're spending some time in Presidio, Crissy Field and Walt Disney Family Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Presidio
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Eureka Valley

While you're in Eureka Valley, take in top sights like Castro Street or Castro Theatre, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Castro Station or 17th St & Castro St Stop.

Eureka Valley
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Western Addition

4/5(24 area reviews)

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.

Western Addition
Pacific Heights featuring a garden

Pacific Heights

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

Take time in Pacific Heights to visit attractions like Van Ness Avenue and Mrs. Doubtfire House. 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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