Downtown Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Gabrielson Park
Learn about the local history of Sausalito with a stop at Gabrielson Park.
Marin Headlands
Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Marin Headlands, a lovely green space in Sausalito. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or experience the acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Bay Area Discovery Museum
You can take time to visit Bay Area Discovery Museum during your travels to Sausalito. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
Point Bonita Lighthouse
You can find out about the history of Sausalito when you stop by Point Bonita Lighthouse. Wander the seaside or discover the beautiful sunsets in this vibrant area.
Muir Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Muir Beach during your trip to Sausalito? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
Rodeo Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Rodeo Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Sausalito. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
Activities
Golden Gate Bay Cruise - Sail Around Alcatraz! (1-hour)
Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
San Francisco City Lights Cruise (2-hours)
San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)
Alcatraz Island Ticket and Hop-on Hop-Off Bus Tour
San Francisco: Skip-the-Line 1-Hour Bay Cruise by Boat
Our pick of the best Downtown Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Handlery Union Square Hotel
Nice location but staff was not helpful
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
The hotel itself was fine, no complaints and no rave review factors. But the front door bellman / host Prince really made the difference for my stay. So welcoming and friendly, knew where everything was, knew who to ask for what at any time of the day, was accommodating even when I arrived at the ...
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
YOTEL San Francisco
Clean. Spacious. Understanding.
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Too expensive for what is offered
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Hotel Julian
False advertising - that’s not a breakfast. Also bar is “closed for the season”?? Not sure what season would be appropriate but SF seemed incredibly busy.
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown
Old Town Sausalito
Though Old Town Sausalito may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Bay Area Discovery Museum and Sausalito Visitors Kiosk.
