San Francisco Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Mission District

You might enjoy the bars while in Mission District. SOMA Pilipinas is a notable sight, and you can get around town at 16th Street Mission Station or 24th Street Mission Station to see more of the city.

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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.

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

4 out of 5
2500 Mason St San Francisco CA
The price is 3.678.110 ₫ per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
3.678.110 ₫
5.400.274 ₫ total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (7,669 reviews)
"Great location….came back after hours and had a grocery type station in the lobby. Offered ice and heating up of sandwich. Ice in cups for cosmos! Above and beyond!"

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Handlery Union Square Hotel

Handlery Union Square Hotel

3.5 out of 5
351 Geary St San Francisco CA
The price is 4.078.322 ₫ per night from 16 Oct to 17 Oct
4.078.322 ₫
4.799.981 ₫ total
16 Oct - 17 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,554 reviews)
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Reviewed on 18 Sept 2026

Handlery Union Square Hotel
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

3.5 out of 5
1500 Van Ness Ave San Francisco CA
The price is 4.177.382 ₫ per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
4.177.382 ₫
4.916.571 ₫ total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (6,321 reviews)
"Always good good location"

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2026

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
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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 ...
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco
Kasa The Addison San Francisco

Kasa The Addison San Francisco

4 out of 5
2263 Sacramento St San Francisco CA
Stay at this aparthotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and memory foam beds. Popular attractions Lombard Street and Pier 39 are located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (17 reviews)
"Would have rated 3.5 stars if I could! Overall a good stay, and I got what I was after in terms of extra space, kitchen, and in-unit laundry. I’d say this was more like an Airbnb than a hotel experience, for those who come expecting the latter. As other reviewers have noted, the setup has some challenges, ..."

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

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Stay near popular San Francisco attractions

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Pier 39

9.0/10 (31,803 reviews)
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Pier 39, a popular shopping spot in San Francisco. Discover the beautiful sunsets and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
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Atherton

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San Mateo

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Daly City

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