Downtown Travel Guide
Sausalito
Popular places to visit
Gabrielson Park
Learn about the local history of Sausalito with a stop at Gabrielson Park.
Marin Headlands
Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Marin Headlands, a lovely green space in Sausalito. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or experience the acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Bay Area Discovery Museum
You can take time to visit Bay Area Discovery Museum during your travels to Sausalito. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
Rodeo Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Rodeo Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Sausalito. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
Muir Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Muir Beach during your trip to Sausalito? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
Point Bonita Lighthouse
You can find out about the history of Sausalito when you stop by Point Bonita Lighthouse. Wander the seaside or discover the beautiful sunsets in this vibrant area.
Things to do
San Francisco: PIER 39 Flying Theater Adventure
San Francisco's Grace Cathedral Self-Led Exploration
SF: San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA) Entry Ticket
Grace Cathedral: Explore the Beauty (Entry + Self-Led Tour)
Golden Gate Bay Cruise - Sail Around Alcatraz! (1-hour)
Top hotels in Downtown
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Everything was horrible and I was overcharged
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
Good
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Hotel is perfect. Place is perfect. We can easily reached the wharf, pier 39 and musee mecanique easily walking. Staff is really helpful and breakfast is perfect.
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
YOTEL San Francisco
Clean room, LOVED my stay honestly… yes in a weird area at night. But it’s gorgeous during the day.. it was my first time in SF. Solo traveler. Went to SF for a rave. I loved everything! Would def stay again… unfortunately did not make it to bfast either days of my 2 nights
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Traveled with children , it was a fantastic stay right at the heart of Chinatown . We got to experience the culture and the local food places were amazing. Overall we had a wonderful stay
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
Hotel Julian
I enjoyed that you could cast your shows to the TV, the gym was clean and the wifi was consistent. The AC worked amazingly and the water was good.
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown
Old Town Sausalito
Though Old Town Sausalito may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Bay Area Discovery Museum and Sausalito Visitors Kiosk.
