Tenderloin Travel Guide
San Francisco
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.
Golden Gate Bridge
Cars trundle across it and ships sail under it, but the best way to experience this iconic bridge is on foot.
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 acclaimed art galleries and notable monuments 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
Silicon Valley Tour in Self Driving Car
Muir Woods with Napa and Sonoma Wine Country Tour
San Francisco Chinatown Food and Culture Tour
Yosemite Hotel Tour with Overnight at Yosemite View Lodge (2 Days)
San Francisco Grand City Tour AM & Aquarium of the Bay
Alcatraz Night Tour with Aquarium + Muir Woods with Napa & Sonoma Wine Tour
Top hotels in Tenderloin
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Reviewed on 17 Sept 2025
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025
Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel
Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Tenderloin
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.
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 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.
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.
Western Addition
Alamo Square and Painted Ladies are top sights in Western Addition, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Duboce Avenue & Noe Street Station or Duboce Ave & Church St Stop to see more sights in the area.
