The East Side Travel Guide
San Francisco
Visit The East Side
Popular places to visit
San Bruno Point Park
Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore San Bruno Point Park, a lovely green space in South San Francisco. Amble around this vibrant area's seaside or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
Oracle Park
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
Arguably the most famous and enduring icon of San Francisco which you can drive along or even explore on foot.
Pier 39
Enjoy the street entertainment, the souvenir shops and the rides at this waterside attraction, where you can see sea lions playing.
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 art galleries and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Golden Gate Park
Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere among the trees and wildlife here at San Francisco's much-loved park.
Top hotels in The East Side
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Oyster Point
Great facility, great food, nice staff
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Everything was good clean, i loved
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Great location. Full breakfast with efficient service. Bathrooms a little small and could use some updates.
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
YOTEL San Francisco
Hilton San Francisco Union Square
Very clean room and bathroom!:) lovely staff
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around The East Side
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.
Potrero Hill
The live music and architecture are just a few things visitors like about Potrero Hill. San Francisco Bay and Museum of Craft & Design are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at 20th Street Station or 23rd Street Station to get around the larger area.
Mission District
You might enjoy the bars while in Mission District. SOMA Pilipinas 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.
South of Market
Gourmet restaurants great entertainment and top sights from Oracle Park to San Francisco Bay – discover South of Market, a destination also famous for its shopping.
South Park
Oracle Park and Brannan Street Wharf are a few top attractions in South Park. Hop around the city on the metro at 2nd & King Station or Fourth-Brannan Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries.
Sunset District
Consider exploring the beaches in Sunset District. If sightseeing is on the list, Ocean Beach is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Judah Street & Sunset Boulevard Station or Judah St & 34th Ave Stop to see more of the area.
