Downtown San Francisco Travel Guide
San Francisco
Visit Downtown San Francisco
Popular places to visit
Oracle Park
Whether or not you’re a baseball fan, this charming ballpark with outstanding views should be on your San Francisco sightseeing list.
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 shops in this vibrant area.
Chase Center
Catch an event at Chase Center during your trip to San Francisco. Amble around this vibrant area's Chinatown or experience its entertainment choices.
Union Square
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Union Square during your stay in San Francisco. Discover the charming cafes and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
San Francisco Museum of Modern Art
Displaying artworks from Frida Kahlo to Andy Warhol, this museum of modern and contemporary art is one of the largest of its kind in the United States.
Ferry Building
During your trip to San Francisco, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Ferry Building. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Things to do
California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
SKIP THE LINE: Exploratorium Daytime Admission
California Sunset Cruise (2-hours)
Alcatraz Island Ticket and Hop-on Hop-Off Bus Tour
Top hotels in Downtown San Francisco
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
"I stayed at this hotel for 7 days and, unfortunately, my experience was disappointing. I travel frequently for both business and leisure and often choose Holiday Inn and Holiday Inn Express properties because they are usually reliable. This stay, however, fell well below my expectations. The most ..."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
"If you charge for valet then typically this Means you park in front of hotel and they take your vehicle . You have to park around the corner and the lady gave the worst instructions and I couldn’t find the parking garage. there’s hardly any room in the bathroom as wel"
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Hilton San Francisco Union Square
Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel
"Very convenient location and close to transit. Super friendly staff and a clean, comfortable room."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
"The City is clean again"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
"Great place"
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Downtown San Francisco
Fisherman's Wharf
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.
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.
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.
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.
Mission District
You might enjoy the bars while in Mission District. SOMA Pilipinas 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.
