Castro District Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

Castro Street
You can learn about the history of San Francisco when you stop by Castro Street. Experience the area's entertainment choices and theatre scene.

Mission Dolores Park
Mission Dolores Park is just one of the places to see in San Francisco, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.

Castro Theatre
You can enjoy a show at Castro Theatre during your stay in San Francisco. Discover the beautiful sunsets and shops in this vibrant area.

Mission San Francisco de Asís
Learn about the local history of San Francisco when you spend time at Mission San Francisco de Asís. Visit the shops and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Sutter Hospital
If Sutter Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of San Francisco.
Randall Museum
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Randall Museum during your travels in San Francisco. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this walkable area.
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 Island Ticket and Hop-on Hop-Off Bus Tour

San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)

Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
Top hotels in Castro District

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Excellent.
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Everything Overall
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025

Fairmont San Francisco
A world class hotel!
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
Room, staff and amenities are great.
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Good parking, nice staff, clean room
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
The Customer Service I received from Vagish, Itai, Alexis, and all other staff was phenomenal!! The room and hotel was immaculate and very clean. I will definitely be returning! Five Star Service !!
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Castro District

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.

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.

Bernal Heights
Appreciated for its bars and architecture, you might consider exploring Bernal Heights. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Esmeralda Slide Park, and jump on the metro at 30th St & Dolores St Stop or San Jose Ave & Randall St Stop to get around the city.

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.

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.
