Lower Nob Hill Travel Guide
San Francisco
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Popular places to visit
Westin St Francis Hotel Glass Elevators
You can find out about the history of San Francisco with a trip to Westin St Francis Hotel Glass Elevators. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
The Regency Ballroom
The Regency Ballroom 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 acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
SHN Curran Theatre
You can enjoy a show at SHN Curran Theatre during your stay in San Francisco. Amble around this vibrant area's Chinatown or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
Marines Memorial Theater
You can get tickets for a performance at Marines Memorial Theater during your stay in San Francisco. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this vibrant area.
SF Playhouse
You can enjoy a show at SF Playhouse during your trip to San Francisco. Amble within Chinatown or visit the notable monuments in this vibrant area.
American Conservatory Theater
You can enjoy a show at American Conservatory Theater on your trip to San Francisco. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this vibrant area.
Things to do

California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission

Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise

San Francisco City Lights Cruise (2-hours)

Alcatraz Island Ticket and Hop-on Hop-Off Bus Tour

SKIP THE LINE: Exploratorium Daytime Admission
Top hotels in Lower Nob Hill

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
Excellent hotel! Courteous, kind staff, perfect location, very clean and comfortable.
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025

FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill
Good restaurants nearby. I wish the rooms had tea kettles or another way to boil water
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025

Mayflower Hotel
place had a lot of charm, character, and history. staff tried hwrd and seemed to really care. We'd definitely return.
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025

Inn At Union Square
wonderful space, quit and clean - loved this space.
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025

The Cartwright Hotel - Union Square BW Premier Collection
The staff went above and beyond to help me with my needs. As a traveling nursing mother, i greatly appreciated the accommodation of bringing up a mini fridge for my breastmilk upon request and helping me print out music I needed for an audition. Extremely friendly and helpful. There were a few outlets ...
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025

Hotel Julian
Fire alarm came on twice
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Lower Nob Hill

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.

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.

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.

Chinatown
Enjoy the popular shops in Chinatown. Commercial Street is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Chinatown-Rose Pak Stop or Powell St & Clay St Stop to see more of San Francisco.

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.

Russian Hill
Travellers choose Russian Hill for its pristine beaches. Hop aboard the metro at Hyde St & Filbert St Stop or Hyde St & Union St Stop and check out top sights like Van Ness Avenue.
Lower Nob Hill Travel Guide
- Eleonore Austerer Gallery
- Golden Gate Bridge
- Pier 39
- Golden Gate Park
- Oracle Park
- San Francisco Bay
- Alcatraz Island
- Jack London Square
- Presidio of San Francisco
- Muir Woods National Monument
- University of California
- Oakland Arena
- Ferry Building
- Union Square
- Embarcadero Center
- Palace of Fine Arts
- Ocean Beach






