Mid-Market Travel Guide
San Francisco
Popular places to visit
Golden Gate Bridge
Cars trundle across it and ships sail under it, but the best way to experience this iconic bridge is on foot.
Pier 39
This waterfront attraction offers thrilling rides, innovative street performers and colorful souvenir shops, but it’s the sea lions that win the day.
Golden Gate Park
This beloved park offers relaxation among trees, flowers and wildlife, right in San Francisco’s backyard.
Moscone Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Moscone Convention Center, a top convention centre in San Francisco. Discover the fascinating museums and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Oracle Park
Whether or not you’re a baseball fan, this charming ballpark with outstanding views should be on your San Francisco sightseeing list.
Lombard Street
Often incorrectly called the world’s crookedest street, this San Francisco roadway is an iconic spot to see, photograph and drive down.
Things to do
California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission
Alcatraz Island Ticket and Hop-on Hop-Off Bus Tour
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
San Francisco 1 Day Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour
Top hotels in Mid-Market
Hampton Inn San Francisco Downtown/Convention Center
inside was nice. outside was rough area
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Food is good and staff friendly
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
The room is spacious and clean.
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Fairmont San Francisco
Everything was perfect and beautiful
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
Hotel was decent. Rooms were clean. The only thing we weren’t happy with was there was no room service from the hotel restaurant. We had to go downstairs to order and then wait to bring up to the room.
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
The room was great, location was good. Food was just ok. We would stay here again.
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Mid-Market
Downtown San Francisco
Known for its fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Downtown San Francisco. Top attractions like Oracle Park and San Francisco Bay are major draws. Catch the metro at Market St & 5th St Stop or Market St & Taylor 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.
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.
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.
South Park
Oracle Park and Yerba Buena Ice Skating Center 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.
Chinatown
Enjoy the popular shops in Chinatown. Commercial Street 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.
