Japantown Travel Guide
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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.

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 acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this vibrant area.

Golden Gate Park
This beloved park offers relaxation among trees, flowers and wildlife, right in San Francisco’s backyard.

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

Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions

California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission

California Sunset Cruise (2-hours)

San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)

San Francisco Hop-On Hop-Off Tours PLUS Night Tour
Top hotels in Japantown

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Staff are veey friendly and helpful Thank you
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026

Handlery Union Square Hotel
Location is good
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
The room was clean, and the breakfast was great. It's better to go for breakfast around 7:30, because after 8:30 there will be a line to get a table.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026

YOTEL San Francisco
All wa perfect
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Clean room. Great location and very helpful staff. Would stay here again.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
Always a great option near the harbor. Affordable, no frills and a decent restaurant
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026

