Telegraph Hill Travel Guide
San Francisco
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Popular places to visit
Coit Tower
Find out about the history of San Francisco with a stop at Coit Tower. Discover the fascinating museums and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
National Shrine of Saint Francis of Assisi
Find out about the history of San Francisco when you spend time at National Shrine of Saint Francis of Assisi. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Filbert Street Steps
Find out about the history of San Francisco with a stop at Filbert Street Steps. Amble around this vibrant area's Chinatown or experience its fascinating museums.
Napier Lane
Enjoy an outing to Napier Lane during your stay in San Francisco. Amble within Chinatown or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
The Beat Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at The Beat Museum during your travels in San Francisco. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Francisco St Steps
You can find out about the history of San Francisco with a trip to Francisco St Steps. Wander the Chinatown or discover the beautiful sunsets 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 Telegraph Hill
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
My second time here and it was just as great as last time! Pay up for corner room. Totally worth it.
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Great location and friendly staff
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
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Reviewed on 2 May 2026
YOTEL San Francisco
Room was clean, but common areas were consistently messy. The common areas are a fun amenity for those looking to work a remote 9-5 from there, but if you plan on using them I’d prepare to clean up your own area (BYO cleaning wipes). Rooms are small but efficient enough. Gym is better than expected, ...
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
Everything was great
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Except for the rude guest in adjacent room at 3am our stay was pleasant
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Telegraph Hill
North Beach
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.
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.
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.
Russian Hill
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 Van Ness Avenue.
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.
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.
