South San Francisco Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Our guide on where to stay in South San Francisco

Find the best South San Francisco areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Downtown South San Francisco

While there might not be top attractions in Downtown South San Francisco, you can explore the larger area and discover places like South San Francisco Hillside Sign and The Shops at Tanforan.

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Oyster Point

While Oyster Point isn't home to many top sights, San Bruno Point Park and South San Francisco Hillside Sign are some notable places to visit nearby.

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The East Side

While visiting The East Side, you might make a stop by sights like San Francisco Bay and San Bruno Point Park.

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Paradise Valley

If you're spending some time in Paradise Valley, South San Francisco Hillside Sign and Sign Hill Park are top sights worth seeing.

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Serra Highlands

Though Serra Highlands may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Serramonte Center and See's Candies.

Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel

Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel

3 out of 5
380 S Airport Boulevard South San Francisco CA
The price is NZ$194 per night from 12 July to 13 July
NZ$194
12 July - 13 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in South San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,867 reviews)
"Nice stay for 1night, Breakfast was great. We would stay again."

Reviewed on 9 July 2026

Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel
DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco South Airport Blvd

DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco South Airport Blvd

4 out of 5
275 S Airport Blvd South San Francisco CA
The price is NZ$282 per night from 26 July to 27 July
NZ$282
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in South San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a free airport shuttle and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant ...
8.4/10 Very good! (2,359 reviews)
"Good night sleep had"

Reviewed on 7 July 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco South Airport Blvd
Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North

Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North

2 out of 5
326 S Airport Blvd South San Francisco CA
The price is NZ$156 per night from 12 July to 13 July
NZ$156
12 July - 13 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in South San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a free airport shuttle and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the clean rooms ...
Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North
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Vintage San Francisco Bay Area Home

Vintage San Francisco Bay Area Home

South San Francisco CA
Stay at this holiday home in South San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Cow Palace and Stonestown Galleria ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (92 reviews)
"The appartment was bigger than it looked on the pictures. It was equipped with everything you need in a house. The kitchen needs a little update but it is big and very practical. It has three bedrooms and we were anparty of 5 and a dog. It has a little charming patio beautifully arranged Havingbourbown ..."

Reviewed on 2 July 2026

Vintage San Francisco Bay Area Home
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco

3 out of 5
2620 Jones St San Francisco CA
Stay at this aparthotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,312 reviews)
"Estuvo muy bien de todo sobre todo la ubicación"

Reviewed on 9 July 2026

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco
Coral Reef Inn & Suites

Coral Reef Inn & Suites

2.5 out of 5
400 Park St Alameda CA
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Alameda. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
6.8/10 (3,000 reviews)
"Parking was easy. Super convenient and close to things and it was nice to have an actual kitchen. Anytime I saw the staff and had a question they were very nice and helpful"

Reviewed on 8 July 2026

Coral Reef Inn & Suites
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Stay near popular South San Francisco attractions

San Bruno Point Park

7.8/10 (451 reviews)
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.
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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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Cities near South San Francisco

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San Francisco

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Daly City