Mission District Travel Guide
San Francisco
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Popular places to visit
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.
Balmy Alley
Balmy Alley 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 theatre scene 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 notable monuments and shops in this vibrant area.
San Francisco Public Library
After visiting San Francisco Public Library, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Francisco. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this vibrant area.
Southern Exposure
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Southern Exposure during your travels in San Francisco. Take in the fascinating museums and beautiful sunsets in this vibrant area.
SF Armory
You can learn about the history of San Francisco with a stop at SF Armory. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Things to do
California Sunset Cruise (2-hours)
Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission
San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)
Top hotels in Mission District
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
"Definitely not like the photos. Older building, they put us in the back down a dingy hall. It made us feel like we were part of the maid’s quarters. View out our window was the bus stop & homeless. Not the worst hotel but for almost $300 after crazy taxes/fees it was overpriced. The only thing that ..."
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
"Location was great!"
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Hilton San Francisco Union Square
"Inside was fairly clean. The outside could use a power spray cleaning at least every week from the smell of urine. Luggage Staff was extremely helpful. Check-in Staff that helped me could be more friendly to encourage customers to come back. Overall stay was okay to good."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
"Very professional and very clean"
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel
"Great price for location. Room was standard and everything worked fine. Make sure you get the right bed size though."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
"Great location by Union Square and very nice rooms and hospitality"
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
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Where to stay in Mission District
Fisherman's Wharf
Travellers love Fisherman's Wharf for its popular shops, and you can see more of San Francisco by jumping on the metro at Jones St and Beach St Stop or Jefferson St & Taylor St Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Pier 39 and San Francisco Bay.
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.
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.
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.
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.
