Downtown San Francisco Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Moscone Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Moscone Convention Center, a top convention centre in San Francisco. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this vibrant area.
Oracle Park
Whether or not you’re a baseball fan, this charming ballpark with outstanding views should be on your San Francisco sightseeing list.
Ferry Building
During your trip to San Francisco, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Ferry Building. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
San Francisco Museum of Modern Art
Displaying artworks from Frida Kahlo to Andy Warhol, this museum of modern and contemporary art is one of the largest of its kind in the United States.
Union Square
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Union Square during your stay in San Francisco. Discover the charming cafes and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Embarcadero Center
During your visit to San Francisco, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Embarcadero Center. Amble around this vibrant area's Chinatown or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
Activities
Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission
Alcatraz Island Ticket and Hop-on Hop-Off Bus Tour
San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)
San Francisco City Lights Cruise (2-hours)
Our pick of the best Downtown San Francisco Hotel Deals
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
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Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Located in a good area and at a walking distance to a lot of good food options.
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Fairmont San Francisco
Everything was perfect! It was our first time staying at The Fairmont and it far exceeded my expectations!
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Great rooms that are modern, spacious and clean! Also, the lobby area is spectacular.
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Perfect location for a three day holiday. Chinatown, mission district, north beach and Embarcadero all walking distance. Staff were friendly. Room met expectations.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
Great location for the price and hotel that keeps updating itself
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown San Francisco
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.
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.
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.
Chinatown
Enjoy the popular shops in Chinatown. Commercial Street is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Chinatown-Rose Pak Stop or Powell St & Clay St Stop to see more of San Francisco.
Financial District
Gourmet restaurants Chinatown and top sights from Embarcadero Center to Market Street Railway Museum – discover Financial District, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Russian Hill
Travellers choose Russian Hill for its pristine beaches. Hop aboard the metro at Hyde St & Filbert St Stop or Hyde St & Union St Stop and check out top sights like Van Ness Avenue.
Downtown San Francisco Travel Guide
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- What kind of hotels are in Downtown San Francisco?
- Hotels Near San Francisco, California
- Which hotel chains are in Downtown San Francisco?
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What kind of hotels are in Downtown San Francisco?
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- Boutique Hotels in Downtown San Francisco
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- Cheap Hotels in Downtown San Francisco
- Family Hotels in Downtown San Francisco
- Golf Hotels in Downtown San Francisco
- LGBT Welcoming Hotels in Downtown San Francisco
- Romantic Hotels in Downtown San Francisco
- Winery Hotels in Downtown San Francisco
Are there hotels near Downtown San Francisco?
- Union Square Hotels
- South of Market Hotels
- Nob Hill Hotels
- Mission District Hotels
- Financial District Hotels
- Western Addition Hotels
- Pacific Heights Hotels
- Chinatown Hotels
- Potrero Hill Hotels
- South Park Hotels
- Mission Bay Hotels
- Theater District Hotels
- Civic Center Hotels
- Tenderloin Hotels
- Telegraph Hill Hotels
- Embarcadero Hotels
- Mid-Market Hotels
- Hayes Valley Hotels
- China Basin Hotels
- Mission Dolores Hotels
Which hotel chains are in Downtown San Francisco?
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