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Popular places to visit

Pier 39

4/5(364 reviews)

Sea lions are the star attraction at one of the liveliest piers on San Francisco’s historic waterfront.

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.

Golden Gate Bridge

4.5/5(362 reviews)

Walk across one of the most photogenic bridges in the world for unrivalled views from both sides.

Moscone Convention Center

4/5(13 reviews)

Learn about the events happening in Moscone Convention Center during your trip to San Francisco. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this vibrant area.

Golden Gate Park

4.5/5(323 reviews)

This peaceful oasis in the heart of the city has been a favourite leisure haunt for locals and visitors alike since 1871.

Lombard Street

4.5/5(298 reviews)

Often incorrectly called the world’s crookedest street, this San Francisco roadway is an iconic spot to see, photograph and drive down.

Alcatraz Island

5/5(247 reviews)

For three decades, desperate inmates dreamed of escaping this notorious prison; today’s fortunate visitors can come and go as they please!

Presidio Military Reservation which includes a statue or sculpture, a park and landscape views

Presidio of San Francisco

4/5(26 reviews)

This former military base is given over to pleasure pursuits, with a golf course, cycle tracks, hiking trails and some great picnic spots.

San Francisco Museum of Modern Art

4.5/5(40 reviews)

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.

Areas of San Francisco

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.

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 Warfield Theatre and Golden Gate Theatre are major draws. Catch the metro at Market St & 5th St Stop or Market St & Taylor St Stop to see more of the city.

Fisherman's Wharf

5/5(4 area reviews)

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 Red and White Fleet at Pier 43 and a Half and San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park.

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.

South of Market

3.5/5(113 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants great entertainment and top sights from San Francisco Mint to Children's Creativity Museum – discover South of Market, a destination also famous for its shopping.

North Beach

4.5/5(129 area reviews)

Travellers love North Beach for its popular shops, and you can see more of San Francisco by jumping on the metro at Columbus Ave & Lombard St Stop or Columbus Ave & Chestnut St Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Washington Square and Coit Tower.