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 fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Marines Memorial Theater
You can get tickets for a performance at Marines Memorial Theater during your stay in San Francisco. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops 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 fascinating museums.
American Conservatory Theater
You can enjoy a show at American Conservatory Theater on your trip to San Francisco. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this vibrant area.
Alcove Theater
You can make plans for a show at Alcove Theater on your trip to San Francisco. Visit the notable monuments and shops in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Golden Gate Bay Cruise - Sail Around Alcatraz! (1-hour)
San Francisco City Lights Cruise (2-hours)
California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission
Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
Top hotels in Lower Nob Hill
Hotel Julian
Rooms were one of the best things about this hotel. Spacious and Well designed. Staff was extremely curious and professional no matter the day or time. And they are perfectly located to enjoy some great food and drinks.
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
We had a great stay at the Chancellor. The staff was very friendly. The location was amazing. We could jump on the cable car right out front. Sears Fine Foods was right next door for a Swedish pancake breakfast. We recommend staying here.
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill
Next to tenderloin which is pretty rough, but also very walking distance to everything you need downtown.
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
The Westin St. Francis San Francisco on Union Square
Clean room, very helpful staff. Nice old hotel with old Wood features and high ceilings. Comfortable bed.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Mayflower Hotel
Amazing property centrally located and within walking distance to pretty much everything! Bed was comfy. Having a microwave and fridge was great!
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Hotel Zeppelin San Francisco
The room is clean and staff is very nice. But the hotel is looks old and dark, AC is so loud.
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
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 Warfield Theatre 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. St. Mary Square 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 SOMA Pilipinas – 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 Van Ness Avenue.
