Rincon Hill Travel Guide
San Francisco
Visit Rincon Hill
Popular places to visit
Golden Gate Park
This beloved park offers relaxation among trees, flowers and wildlife, right in San Francisco’s backyard.
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.
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 Bridge
Cars trundle across it and ships sail under it, but the best way to experience this iconic bridge is on foot.
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.
Alcatraz Island
Escape to “The Rock,” home of the infamous and abandoned island prison, and discover how it earned a reputation as a cold and unforgiving place.
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 Rincon Hill
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
"Our stay was overall good. Hotel was clean and within walking distance of the pier. Breakfast provided daily which was amazing. Only complaint I had was the water pressure for the sink was really low."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
"Room was tight"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
"Breakfast very expenses"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel
"Clean room, convenient and close to shops. Room was cozy, slept well. -1 star for valet parking. Valet car and 2nd day of parking attendant stated parking was full. Escalated issue to manager and indicated I paid for valet, finally allowed to valet. parking attendant appeared stressed, short staff ..."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
"Great location very near to seven eleven Starbucks Burger King main area good location"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Hilton San Francisco Union Square
"It’s 2026 and this hotel doesn’t have any streaming apps on the TVs. Couldn’t even watch the San Francisco Giants game."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Rincon Hill
South Park
Oracle Park and Brannan Street Wharf 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.
Financial District
Gourmet restaurants Chinatown and top sights from Embarcadero Center to Market Street Railway Museum – discover Financial District, 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.
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.
Chinatown
Enjoy the popular shops in Chinatown. Dragon's Gate 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.
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.
