North Central Travel Guide
San Francisco
Visit North Central
Things to do
Pacific Coast Highway App-Based Driving Audio Tour Bundle
Napa, Sonoma and Exclusive Battery Spencer Small Group Wine Tasting Tour
2hr. SUNSET Sailing Experience on San Francisco Bay
Filoli Historic House and Garden Entry Ticket
Half Moon Bay Guided E-Bike Tour
Half Moon Bay Family Friendly Guided E-bike Tour
Top hotels in North Central
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
"Great location just to expensive"
Reviewed on 15 Aug 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
"Placed in Union Square it was ideal for what we wanted, As we drove and parked nearby traffic was heavy as expected so did take time to get out. We stayed for two nights and could not fault the hotel or staff, would recommend this hotel to anyone."
Reviewed on 15 Aug 2026
Hilton San Francisco Union Square
Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel
"Very modern, sleek hotel in the heart of Union Square and just steps away from BART!"
Reviewed on 15 Aug 2026
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
"The noise at night was horrible but for our second night they were able to change our rooms which helped so much. Other than that everything else was good."
Reviewed on 15 Aug 2026
Where to stay in North Central
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 San Francisco Bay 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 San Francisco Bay – 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.
