Hayes Valley Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Hayes Street
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Hayes Street during your trip to San Francisco. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Golden Gate Park
Enjoy the tranquil beauty of this beloved park in this oasis of calm away from the bustle of the city, yet right in San Francisco’s backyard.
Pier 39
This waterfront location has a mix of thrilling rides and lively street entertainment, but watching the sea lions hanging out in the bay wins the day!
Golden Gate Bridge
One of the most iconic bridges in the world, walk the 2.7-kilometre marvel of engineering for the best views over the bay and the ocean beyond, fog permitting.
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
Take a trip to “The Rock”, home to the infamous and abandoned island prison, and discover how it earned its reputation as a bleak and unforgiving place.
Activities
San Francisco: Skip-the-Line 1-Hour Bay Cruise by Boat
Alcatraz San Francisco Bay Cruise with Night Option
San Francisco: Flyer Theater, 7D Ride & Laser Maze Combo
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Other neighbourhoods around Hayes Valley
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.
Downtown San Francisco
Known for its fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Downtown San Francisco. Top attractions like Oracle Park and Chase Center are major draws. Catch the metro at Market St & 5th St Stop or Market St & Taylor 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.
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.
Nob Hill
Gourmet restaurants Chinatown and top sights from Grace Cathedral to SF Masonic Auditorium – discover Nob Hill, a destination also famous for its shopping.
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.
- San Francisco Zen Center
- Pier 39
- Golden Gate Bridge
- Alcatraz Island
- Moscone Convention Center
- Presidio of San Francisco
- Lombard Street
- University of California
- Muir Woods National Monument
- Union Square
- Oakland Arena
- Embarcadero Center
- San Francisco Museum of Modern Art
- Greek Theater
- Bill Graham Civic Auditorium
- Point Reyes National Seashore