Hayes Valley Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Hayes Street
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Hayes Street during your trip to San Francisco. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
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.
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 Hayes Valley
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Clean room, easy check in.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Great location, very comfortable room with enough space and a great view of the city looking toward Coit tower and a small bit of the bay. Shower pressure was amazing and we loved having a bath. Also loved the Cloud room to watch the sports and the kids loved the gaming comouter. Would definitely ...
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
The furnace was very noisy! Mattress was not very comfortable and there are no fans in the bathroom. I thought it was a law in California that they were required. The rooms are just getting older. It’s a beautiful property and the staff are very nice, especially the cleaning staff!
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Fairmont San Francisco
Beautiful hotel
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
The hotel was awesome. The staff was amazing. Will definitely stay again. Plan on coming back to the San Francisco Giants game.
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Friendly staff, easy check in and clean room
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Hayes Valley
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.
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 San Francisco Bay are major draws. Catch the metro at Market St & 5th St Stop or Market St & Taylor St Stop to see more of the city.
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.
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.
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.
