Tenderloin Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Tenderloin
Popular places to visit
Oracle Park
Whether or not you’re a baseball fan, this charming ballpark with outstanding views should be on your San Francisco sightseeing list.
Pier 39
This waterfront location has a mix of thrilling rides and lively street entertainment, but watching the sea lions hanging out in the bay wins the day!
Golden Gate Park
Enjoy the tranquil beauty of this beloved park in this oasis of calm away from the bustle of the city, yet right in San Francisco’s backyard.
Golden Gate Bridge
One of the most iconic bridges in the world, walk the 2.7-kilometre marvel of engineering for the best views over the bay and the ocean beyond, fog permitting.
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 notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Alcatraz Island
Take a trip to “The Rock”, home to the infamous and abandoned island prison, and discover how it earned its reputation as a bleak and unforgiving place.
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
Alcatraz Island Ticket and Hop-on Hop-Off Bus Tour
California Sunset Cruise (2-hours)
Our pick of the best Tenderloin Hotel Deals
Embassy Hotel
"Very clean room and parking next to the building"
Reviewed on 6 June 2026
The Phoenix Hotel
"Staff here are so kind and helpful. If they hadn’t been so nice we probably would have left. It seemed liked maybe the motel was in the middle of a transition or changing owners maybe. The restaurant was closed and everything seemed sort of abandoned/neglected. Hoping whoever buys it brings it back ..."
Reviewed on 8 June 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
"clean rooms, excellent breakfast but bathroom layout is very poor and no ventilation."
Reviewed on 8 June 2026
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
"You would be paying the price for the location. Room is not worth for the price. It's pretty much worn out."
Reviewed on 8 June 2026
Hilton San Francisco Union Square
"Super fun, beautiful room with upgrade to balcony. Great stay"
Reviewed on 8 June 2026
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
"Clean and spacious rooms Great staff"
Reviewed on 8 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Tenderloin
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 Chase Center 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 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.
