Bayfront Travel Guide
San Francisco
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Popular places to visit
Oracle Park
Whether or not you’re a baseball fan, this charming ballpark with outstanding views should be on your San Francisco sightseeing list.
Golden Gate Park
This beloved park offers relaxation among trees, flowers and wildlife, right in San Francisco’s backyard.
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 Bridge
Cars trundle across it and ships sail under it, but the best way to experience this iconic bridge is on foot.
Moscone Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Moscone Convention Center, a top convention centre in San Francisco. Discover the fascinating museums and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Alcatraz Island
Escape to “The Rock,” home of the infamous and abandoned island prison, and discover how it earned a reputation as a cold and unforgiving place.
Things to do
Pacific Coast Highway App-Based Driving Audio Tour Bundle
Filoli Historic House and Garden Entry Ticket
2hr. SUNSET Sailing Experience on San Francisco Bay
Napa, Sonoma and Exclusive Battery Spencer Small Group Wine Tasting Tour
Beginner Surfing Lesson - Pacifica or Santa Cruz
Beginner Surfing in San Francisco at Pacifica Beach
Top hotels in Bayfront
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
"Staff were really nice"
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront
"Great experience!"
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
"Property very convenient to SF airport. Surprisingly quiet for its location. Breakfast included had egg choices as well as pastries and cereal. Coffee above average. Would stay again ona layover. About 10 minutes from SF so a bit of a drive ."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport
"Super friendly staff at check in and check out! Breakfast buffet was good. Comfortable bed and nice bay view with planes landing at SFO. We would definitely stay again in the future!"
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront
"great experience clean rooms and friendly staff"
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
San Francisco Airport Marriott Waterfront
"Great"
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Bayfront
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.
