Downtown San Francisco 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.
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 notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Union Square
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Union Square during your stay in San Francisco. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Ferry Building
During your trip to San Francisco, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Ferry Building. Discover the fascinating museums and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Embarcadero Center
During your visit to San Francisco, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Embarcadero Center. Amble around this vibrant area's Chinatown or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
San Francisco Museum of Modern Art
Displaying artworks from Frida Kahlo to Andy Warhol, this museum of modern and contemporary art is one of the largest of its kind in the United States.
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 Downtown San Francisco
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
All good
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Great location and friendly staff!
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Fairmont San Francisco
Great stay - historic property - large rooms for family. I would stay here again!
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
Handlery Union Square Hotel
Clean and spacious rooms.
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Great location to get to Embarcadero and the Ferry Building.
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
A nice room with a deep tub.
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown San Francisco
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.
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.
Chinatown
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.
Financial District
Gourmet restaurants Chinatown and top sights from Embarcadero Center to TransAmerica Pyramid – discover Financial District, 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 Macondray Lane.
Downtown San Francisco Travel Guide
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- Hotels in top San Francisco neighborhoods
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Choose Your Downtown San Francisco Hotel Style
Hotels Near Downtown San Francisco, San Francisco
- Union Square Hotels
- South of Market Hotels
- Nob Hill Hotels
- Financial District Hotels
- Mission District Hotels
- Pacific Heights Hotels
- Western Addition Hotels
- Chinatown Hotels
- Mission Bay Hotels
- Potrero Hill Hotels
- Theater District Hotels
- Fillmore District Hotels
- Tenderloin Hotels
- Lower Nob Hill Hotels
- Telegraph Hill Hotels
- Civic Center Hotels
- Embarcadero Hotels
- Mid-Market Hotels
- Mission Dolores Hotels
- Hayes Valley Hotels
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