Lower Nob Hill Travel Guide
San Francisco
Visit Lower Nob Hill
Popular places to visit
Westin St Francis Hotel Glass Elevators
You can find out about the history of San Francisco with a trip to Westin St Francis Hotel Glass Elevators. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
The Regency Ballroom
The Regency Ballroom is just one of the places to see in San Francisco, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
SHN Curran Theatre
You can enjoy a show at SHN Curran Theatre during your stay in San Francisco. Amble around this vibrant area's Chinatown or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
Marines Memorial Theater
You can get tickets for a performance at Marines Memorial Theater during your stay in San Francisco. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this vibrant area.
American Conservatory Theater
You can enjoy a show at American Conservatory Theater on your trip to San Francisco. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this vibrant area.
SF Playhouse
You can enjoy a show at SF Playhouse during your trip to San Francisco. Amble within Chinatown or visit the notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Things to do

California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission

Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise

Alcatraz Island Ticket and Hop-on Hop-Off Bus Tour

SKIP THE LINE: Exploratorium Daytime Admission

San Francisco 1 Day Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour
Top hotels in Lower Nob Hill

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
Better to remodel bathroom
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025

FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill
Great location and friendly staff.
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025

Inn At Union Square
Overall great stay but the shower pressure was very low and some of the fixtures and cabinets were in worn down condition.
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025

Mayflower Hotel
Spacious rooms, with a touch of heritage. Lots of sunshine.
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025

The Cartwright Hotel - Union Square BW Premier Collection
Staff was super friendly and helpful, room was clean, and nice big street-view windows. It's an older building but the furniture and bathroom were updated. I can forgive not having a fridge in the room.
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025

Hotel Julian
My boyfriend and I came for our anniversary weekend and we were happy with our pick. The rooms were clean and had a cute old style decor to it while still being modern. The customer service was 10/10 and every employee we came across was very friendly. The elevator wasn’t working when we came, but ...
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Lower Nob Hill

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 Chase Center are major draws. Catch the metro at Market St & 5th St Stop or Market St & Taylor 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.

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.

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.

South of Market
Gourmet restaurants great entertainment and top sights from Oracle Park to Chase Center – discover South of Market, 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 Macondray Lane.






