Russian Hill Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Russian Hill
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 shops 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.
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 acclaimed theatre scene and beautiful sunsets 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.
Activities
Golden Gate Bay Cruise - Sail Around Alcatraz! (1-hour)
Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
San Francisco, Muir Woods, Sausalito and Optional Alcatraz Tour
California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission
California Sunset Cruise (2-hours)
Our pick of the best Russian Hill Hotel Deals
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
"Centrally located on all the major transportation lines. Spotlessly clean. Awesome views. Fair rates. I always stay here."
Reviewed on 16 June 2026
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
"Exactly as described. We got the corner room with the city view and it was beautiful and gloomy."
Reviewed on 18 June 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
"Todo muy bien, muy cerca de todo, muy conveniente"
Reviewed on 19 June 2026
Hilton San Francisco Union Square
"Room and restroom was pretty clean, we did have issues with the A/C unit kept turning on the heat although we had it for cold."
Reviewed on 19 June 2026
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
"Great location Nice coffee machine in lobby"
Reviewed on 19 June 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
"Clean hotel and friendly staff."
Reviewed on 18 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Russian Hill
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
