Cole Valley Travel Guide
San Francisco
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Popular places to visit
Golden Gate Park
Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere among the trees and wildlife here at San Francisco's much-loved park.
Pier 39
Enjoy the street entertainment, the souvenir shops and the rides at this waterside attraction, where you can see sea lions playing.
Golden Gate Bridge
Arguably the most famous and enduring icon of San Francisco which you can drive along or even explore on foot.
Oracle Park
Whether or not you’re a baseball fan, this charming ballpark with outstanding views should be on your San Francisco sightseeing list.
Alcatraz Island
Explore 'The Rock' in San Francisco Bay – once home to one of the world's most notorious prisons.
Moscone Convention Center
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.
Top hotels in Cole Valley
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025
InterContinental Mark Hopkins by IHG
Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
Reviewed on 12 Jul 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Cole Valley
Castro District
Castro District is a destination travellers like for its bars, and you might hop aboard the metro at 17th St & Castro St Stop or Castro Station to explore sights like Castro Street.
Western Addition
Alamo Square and Painted Ladies are top sights in Western Addition, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Duboce Avenue & Noe Street Station or Duboce Ave & Church St Stop to see more sights in the area.
Noe Valley
Appreciated for its churches and architecture, you might consider exploring Noe Valley. Check out the variety of things to see and do like 22nd St Hill, and jump on the metro at Church St & Clipper St Stop or Church St & 24th St Stop to get around the city.
Golden Gate
If you're spending time in Golden Gate, check out sights like San Francisco Botanical Garden or Japanese Tea Garden and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Irving St & 9th Ave Stop or Irving St & 8th Ave Stop.
Mission District
You might enjoy the bars while in Mission District. San Francisco Public Library is a notable sight, and you can get around town at 16th Street Mission Station or 24th Street Mission Station to see more of the city.
Outer Sunset
When in Outer Sunset and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Ocean Beach or San Francisco Botanical Garden and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Judah St & 34th Ave Stop or Judah Street & Sunset Boulevard Station.
- Places of interest
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- More trip options
- Golden Gate Park
- Pier 39
- Golden Gate Bridge
- Oracle Park
- San Francisco Bay
- Chase Center
- Alcatraz Island
- Moscone Convention Center
- Presidio of San Francisco
- Jack London Square
- Lombard Street
- University of California
- Muir Woods National Monument
- Ocean Beach
- University of San Francisco
- Embarcadero Center
- San Francisco Zoo
- San Francisco Museum of Modern Art
- Berkeley Marina
- Bill Graham Civic Auditorium
- Greek Theater
- Point Reyes National Seashore
- San Mateo County Event Center
- Kaiser Permanente Medical Center
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