Russian Hill Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Lombard Street
Often incorrectly called the world’s crookedest street, this San Francisco roadway is an iconic spot to see, photograph and drive down.
Ina Coolbrith Park
Ina Coolbrith 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 fascinating museums and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Club Fugazi
You can enjoy a show at Club Fugazi on your trip to San Francisco. Take in the acclaimed art galleries and beautiful sunsets in this vibrant area.
Vallejo St Steps
You can find out about the history of San Francisco when you stop by Vallejo St Steps. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this vibrant area.
Macondray Lane
You can find out about the history of San Francisco with a visit to Macondray Lane. Take in the fascinating museums and beautiful sunsets in this vibrant area.
Diego Rivera Gallery
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Diego Rivera Gallery during your travels in San Francisco. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this vibrant area.
Activities
Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
Alcatraz Island Ticket and Hop-on Hop-Off Bus Tour
San Francisco 1 Day Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour
Our pick of the best Russian Hill Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Nice hotel
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Great location, very pleasant staff, excellent free breakfast, comfortable beds and very clean. We would stay here again in a heartbeat.
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Very nice customer service, hotel location was nice and clean.
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
breakfast food was ok, but selection was limited (no bacon, no sausage)
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Comfort Inn by the Bay
The room was a little dated but clean. The breakfast was great and staff was friendly and very helpful.
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Kitchen has no cookware. Nice room tho
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Russian Hill
North Beach
Travellers love North Beach for its popular shops, and you can see more of San Francisco by jumping on the metro at Columbus Ave & Lombard St Stop or Columbus Ave & Chestnut St Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Pier 39 and San Francisco Bay.
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.
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.
Chinatown
Enjoy the popular shops in Chinatown. St. Mary Square 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.
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.
Cow Hollow
Gourmet restaurants a bustling marina and top sights from Union Street to Van Ness Avenue – discover Cow Hollow, a destination also famous for its shopping.
