Emerald Hills Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Golden Gate Bridge
Cars trundle across it and ships sail under it, but the best way to experience this iconic bridge is on foot.
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 Park
This beloved park offers relaxation among trees, flowers and wildlife, right in San Francisco’s backyard.
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.
Oracle Park
Whether or not you’re a baseball fan, this charming ballpark with outstanding views should be on your San Francisco sightseeing list.
Lombard Street
Often incorrectly called the world’s crookedest street, this San Francisco roadway is an iconic spot to see, photograph and drive down.
Things to do
California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission
Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
San Francisco City Lights Cruise (2-hours)
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
Alcatraz Island Ticket and Hop-on Hop-Off Bus Tour
San Francisco 1 Day Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour
Top hotels in Emerald Hills
Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront
Spotless and classy room. Great and friendly service.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North
Room was ok
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Maple Tree Inn
Super friendly clean great breakfast
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
We only stayed a night but it was so pleasant! Our flight got delayed so we didn’t get in until very late but they have check in through the night so there were no worries about losing my reservation. The hotel was clean and had cute seasonal decor. The staff at both check in and check out the next ...
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
The Westin San Francisco Airport
Front desk staff was super friendly and helpful. The cleaning crew was very friendly and cheerful. The restaurant is always good and the rooms were. clean.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport North Bayfront
Staff was very courteous, great service at the restaurant, housekeeping was attentive, and the rooms were very clean. Only wish the blankets were thicker, I don’t like feeling like I have a thin piece of cloth on me (partial to weighted blankets) but that’s more a hotel thing than a personnel ...
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Emerald Hills
Excelsior
Though Excelsior may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Cow Palace and San Bruno Mountain State Park.
Potrero Hill
The live music and architecture are just a few things visitors like about Potrero Hill. San Francisco Bay and Museum of Craft & Design are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at 20th Street Station or 23rd Street Station to get around the larger area.
Noe Valley
Appreciated for its churches and architecture, you might consider exploring Noe Valley. Check out the variety of things to see and do like 22nd St Hill, and jump on the metro at Church St & Clipper St Stop or Church St & 24th St Stop to get around the city.
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.
Mission Bay
While you're in Mission Bay, take in top sights like Chase Center or Lefty O'Doul Bridge, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at UCSF/Chase Center Stop or Mission Rock Station.
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.
