Downtown San Francisco Travel Guide
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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 shops in this vibrant area.
Oracle Park
Whether or not you’re a baseball fan, this charming ballpark with outstanding views should be on your San Francisco sightseeing list.
Ferry Building
During your trip to San Francisco, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Ferry Building. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
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.
Union Square
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Union Square during your stay in San Francisco. Discover the charming cafes and acclaimed theatre scene 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 fascinating museums.
Top hotels in Downtown San Francisco
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Easily accessible and I liked having the bar/restaurant in the lobby
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Fairmont San Francisco
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5/5 — A Truly Magical Stay! I can’t say enough wonderful things about this beautiful hotel. From the moment we arrived, the service was exceptional—warm, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. Every staff member went above and beyond to make our stay feel special. But what absolutely stole ...
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
Breakfast was not included in our stay. So we didn’t go down for that. $14/person was too costly for us.
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Yes
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
-The room was clean. -Staff is amazing. I requested two additional blankets and they brought them over fast. -Family friendly. -Located within walking distance and felt very safe. -The only downside was that it doesn't state that there is a $91. Valet Parking per Night. I received that info. later ...
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Clean room. VERY comfortable mattress. Quiet
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
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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. Commercial Street 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 Market Street Railway Museum – 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 Van Ness Avenue.
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- Moscone Convention Center
- Oracle Park
- Chase Center
- San Francisco Museum of Modern Art
- Embarcadero Center
- Bill Graham Civic Auditorium
- SF Masonic Auditorium
- Warfield Theatre
- Orpheum Theatre
- Van Ness Avenue
- The Regency Ballroom
- Grace Cathedral
- Asian Art Museum of San Francisco
- Golden Gate Theatre
- TransAmerica Pyramid
- Civic Center Plaza
- Brannan Street Wharf
- SHN Curran Theatre
- Yerba Buena Gardens
- Marines Memorial Theater
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