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Popular places to visit

Oracle Park

Oracle Park

4.5/5(24 reviews)

Whether or not you’re a baseball fan, this charming ballpark with outstanding views should be on your San Francisco sightseeing list.

Oracle Park
Golden Gate Park featuring a garden and flowers

Golden Gate Park

4.5/5(323 reviews)

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

Golden Gate Park
Pier 39 featuring street scenes, a city and signage

Pier 39

4/5(364 reviews)

This waterfront attraction offers thrilling rides, innovative street performers and colorful souvenir shops, but it’s the sea lions that win the day.

Pier 39
Golden Gate Bridge featuring a suspension bridge or treetop walkway, night scenes and general coastal views

Golden Gate Bridge

4.5/5(362 reviews)

Cars trundle across it and ships sail under it, but the best way to experience this iconic bridge is on foot.

Golden Gate Bridge
Alcatraz Island which includes a coastal town and island views

Alcatraz Island

5/5(247 reviews)

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.

Alcatraz Island
Moscone Convention Center

Moscone Convention Center

4/5(13 reviews)

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.

Moscone Convention Center

Things to do

San Francisco Giants Baseball Game at Oracle Park

San Francisco Giants Baseball Game at Oracle Park

฿871
per adult
San Francisco Giants Baseball Game at Oracle Park
Behind-the-Scenes Ballpark Tour of Oracle Park

Behind-the-Scenes Ballpark Tour of Oracle Park

฿1,143
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Behind-the-Scenes Ballpark Tour of Oracle Park
Alcatraz Day Tour with Aquarium + Muir Woods with Napa & Sonoma Wine Tour

Alcatraz Day Tour with Aquarium + Muir Woods with Napa & Sonoma Wine Tour

฿10,024
per adult
Alcatraz Day Tour with Aquarium + Muir Woods with Napa & Sonoma Wine Tour
Alcatraz Night Tour with Aquarium + Muir Woods with Napa & Sonoma Wine Tour

Alcatraz Night Tour with Aquarium + Muir Woods with Napa & Sonoma Wine Tour

฿10,607
per adult
Alcatraz Night Tour with Aquarium + Muir Woods with Napa & Sonoma Wine Tour
San Francisco: Empress Yacht July 4th Fireworks Party Cruise

San Francisco: Empress Yacht July 4th Fireworks Party Cruise

฿9,758
per adult
San Francisco: Empress Yacht July 4th Fireworks Party Cruise
Empress Yacht San Francisco July 4th Fireworks Party Cruise

Empress Yacht San Francisco July 4th Fireworks Party Cruise

฿8,779
per adult
Empress Yacht San Francisco July 4th Fireworks Party Cruise
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Top hotels in South Beach

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
3 out of 5
701 3rd St, San Francisco, CA
The price is ฿6,438 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
฿6,438
฿7,577 total
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,663 reviews)
"Lovely"

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2025

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
Hotel VIA
Hotel VIA
4 out of 5
138 King St., San Francisco, CA
The price is ฿7,541 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
฿7,541
฿8,876 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,346 reviews)
"I chose this place due to the convenience having Oracle Park right across the street. We Uber from SFO to the hotel. Drop off was easy. The front entrance is off on a side street. The hotel is sleek and edgy. The hotel offers your own lap pad in your room with messages, as well as attractions. The ..."

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

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Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
3.5 out of 5
1500 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA
The price is ฿4,125 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
฿4,125
฿4,855 total
7 Jul - 8 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,201 reviews)
"Not bad location, spacious room for family with children. Breakfast is value for money when could paid while making booking but only 2 adults allowed so it turned out expensive for teenagers when bought at the counter. Don’t like the shower without hand held shower head. No drinking water bottles ..."

Reviewed on 3 Jul 2025

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
4 out of 5
2500 Mason St, San Francisco, CA
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (6,518 reviews)
Great place!
"Great hotel, awesome location and good breakfast. Would definitely return. Very clean as well"

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2025

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Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
3.5 out of 5
1177 Airport Blvd, Burlingame, CA
Fully refundable
The price is ฿3,268 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
฿3,268
฿3,715 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Burlingame. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,863 reviews)
Nice Top Golf
"Great"

Reviewed on 3 Jul 2025

Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill
FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill
2 out of 5
1075 Sutter St, San Francisco, CA
The price is ฿2,683 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
฿2,683
฿3,158 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (699 reviews)
Pride weekend
"I was very pleased with our stay. Great location everything is very close such as coffee shops, boutique stores, restaurants, and local liquor stores. Very close to Chinatown, union square, and DTSF."

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2025

FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill
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Other neighbourhoods around South Beach

South of Market which includes skyline, a park and cbd

South of Market

3.5/5(113 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants great entertainment and top sights from Oracle Park to Chase Center – discover South of Market, a destination also famous for its shopping.

South of Market
Financial District - Ferry Building

Financial District

4.5/5(37 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants Chinatown and top sights from Embarcadero Center to TransAmerica Pyramid – discover Financial District, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Financial District
Union Square featuring a skyscraper and a city

Union Square

4/5(287 area reviews)

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.

Union Square
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Downtown San Francisco

3/5(52 area reviews)

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.

Downtown San Francisco
Chinatown showing street scenes

Chinatown

3.5/5(8 area reviews)

Enjoy the popular shops in Chinatown. Dragon's Gate 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.

Chinatown
Nob Hill showing street scenes and a city

Nob Hill

4.5/5(78 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants Chinatown and top sights from Grace Cathedral to SF Masonic Auditorium – discover Nob Hill, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Nob Hill

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