Civic Center Plaza
![The Civic Center in San Francisco, California, is an area of a few blocks north of the intersection of Market Street and Van Ness Avenue that contains many of the city's largest government and cultural institutions. It has two large plazas (Civic Center Plaza and United Nations Plaza) and a number of buildings in classical architectural style. The Bill Graham Civic Auditorium (formerly the Exposition Auditorium),[5] the United Nations Charter was signed in the War Memorial Veterans Building's Herbst Theatre in 1945, leading to the creation of the United Nations. It is also where the 1951 Treaty of San Francisco (the peace treaty that officially ended the Pacific War with the Empire of Japan, which had surrendered in 1945) was signed. The San Francisco Civic Center was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1987,[6] and listed in the National Register of Historic Places on October 10, 1978.[4]](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3132/5b7f94cb-326d-49f7-ba06-2cd465877ca8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
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Tours & day trips
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Big Bus San Francisco Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour by Open-Top Bus
History & culture
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California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission
Private & custom tours
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Redwoods & Wine Country Escape to Sonoma & Napa with Optional Gourmet Lunch
Adventure & outdoor
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San Francisco: Kids Thrill Zone Combo at PIER 39
Holiday & seasonal tours
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San Francisco: Inside Alcatraz Tour with Bay Cruise
Popular places to visit
San Francisco City Hall
After visiting San Francisco City Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Francisco. Discover the fascinating museums and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Van Ness Avenue
You can enjoy retail therapy at Van Ness Avenue during your stay in San Francisco. Visit the lively bars or cosy cafes in this family-friendly area.
Orpheum Theatre
You can get tickets for a performance at Orpheum Theatre during your trip to San Francisco. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
United Nations Plaza
After visiting United Nations Plaza, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Francisco. Discover the entertainment choices and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Bill Graham Civic Auditorium
You can enjoy a show at Bill Graham Civic Auditorium on your trip to San Francisco. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this vibrant area.
War Memorial Opera House
You can get tickets for a performance at War Memorial Opera House during your trip to San Francisco. Discover the beautiful sunsets and shops in this vibrant area.
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Motel 6 San Francisco, CA – Civic Center
