Mission District Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Stay near popular Mission District attractions

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Mission Dolores Park

9.4/10 (3 reviews)
Mission Dolores Park is just one of the places to see in San Francisco, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
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Activities

Golden Gate Bay Cruise Service: sail around Alcatraz!

Golden Gate Bay Cruise - Sail Around Alcatraz! (1-hour)

NZ$69
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Golden Gate Bay Cruise - Sail Around Alcatraz! (1-hour)
Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 25+ Attractions

Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions

NZ$192
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise

Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise

NZ$222
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
San Francisco, Muir Woods, Sausalito and Optional Alcatraz Tour

San Francisco, Muir Woods, Sausalito and Optional Alcatraz Tour

NZ$210
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
San Francisco, Muir Woods, Sausalito and Optional Alcatraz Tour
City Sightseeing San Francisco Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

City Sightseeing San Francisco Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

NZ$97
per adult
City Sightseeing San Francisco Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
California Academy of Sciences General Admission

California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission

NZ$97
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission
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Our pick of the best Mission District Hotel Deals

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

4 out of 5
2500 Mason St San Francisco CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$388 per night from 20 July to 21 July
NZ$388
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (7,568 reviews)
"The staff was very pleasant and helpful, it was very centrally located and the breakfast was excellent."

Reviewed on 12 July 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Handlery Union Square Hotel

Handlery Union Square Hotel

3.5 out of 5
351 Geary St San Francisco CA
The price is NZ$351 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
NZ$351
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,307 reviews)
"The location was wonderful right down from Union Square. Great spot to get on the trolleys and plenty of shopping nearby. Lots of restaurants within walking distance. Staff was very friendly and they gave us a discount card for nearby restaurants. There was a small pool, but we were away too much ..."

Reviewed on 12 July 2026

Handlery Union Square Hotel
Hyatt Regency San Francisco

Hyatt Regency San Francisco

4 out of 5
5 Embarcadero Center San Francisco CA
The price is NZ$486 per night from 17 July to 18 July
NZ$486
17 July - 18 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,360 reviews)
"Great stay and felt luxury."

Reviewed on 9 July 2026

Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Hilton San Francisco Financial District

Hilton San Francisco Financial District

4 out of 5
750 Kearny St San Francisco CA
The price is NZ$299 per night from 19 July to 20 July
NZ$299
19 July - 20 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness centre and Wi-Fi (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Fairmont San Francisco

Fairmont San Francisco

5 out of 5
950 Mason Street Atop Nob Hill San Francisco CA
The price is NZ$602 per night from 19 July to 20 July
NZ$602
19 July - 20 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,555 reviews)
"The Fairmont Hotel is an elegant hotel with plenty of history. The Tonga Room was a real treat! The room was comfortable and the staff extremely friendly and welcoming!"

Reviewed on 11 July 2026

Fairmont San Francisco
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

3.5 out of 5
1500 Van Ness Ave San Francisco CA
The price is NZ$316 per night from 27 July to 28 July
NZ$316
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (6,002 reviews)
"Very convenient location and great amenities. Staff was very friendly and helpful too."

Reviewed on 12 July 2026

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
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Our guide on where to stay in Mission District

Find the best Mission District areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Mission District
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Fisherman's Wharf

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 Pier 39 and San Francisco Bay.

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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.

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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 San Francisco Bay are major draws. Catch the metro at Market St & 5th St Stop or Market St & Taylor St Stop to see more of the city.

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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.

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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.

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