Popular places to visit
Golden Gate Park
This beloved park offers relaxation among trees, flowers and wildlife, right in San Francisco’s backyard.
Pier 39
This waterfront attraction offers thrilling rides, innovative street performers and colorful souvenir shops, but it’s the sea lions that win the day.
Golden Gate Bridge
Cars trundle across it and ships sail under it, but the best way to experience this iconic bridge is on foot.
Oracle Park
Whether or not you’re a baseball fan, this charming ballpark with outstanding views should be on your San Francisco sightseeing list.
Moscone Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening at Moscone Convention Center, a top convention center in San Francisco. Discover the acclaimed theater scene and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Alcatraz Island
Escape to “The Rock,” home of the infamous and abandoned island prison, and discover how it earned a reputation as a cold and unforgiving place.
Things to do
California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission
California Sunset Cruise (2-hours)
de Young Museum General Admission Ticket
SKIP THE LINE: Exploratorium Daytime Admission
Alcatraz Island Ticket and Hop-on Hop-Off Bus Tour
Panhandle Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
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Hilton San Francisco Financial District
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Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
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Hyatt Regency San Francisco
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Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
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Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
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Other neighborhoods around Panhandle
Western Addition
Travelers love Western Addition for its popular shops, and you can see more of San Francisco by jumping on the metro at Duboce Avenue & Noe Street Station or Duboce Ave & Church St Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Alamo Square and Painted Ladies.
Pacific Heights
Take time in Pacific Heights to visit attractions like Van Ness Avenue and Mrs. Doubtfire House. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at California St & Van Ness Ave Stop to see more of the city.
Noe Valley
Appreciated for its churches and architecture, you might consider exploring Noe Valley. Check out the variety of things to see and do like 22nd St Hill, and jump on the metro at Church St & Clipper St Stop or Church St & 24th St Stop to get around the city.
Cow Hollow
The beautiful waterfront views and popular shops are just a few highlights of Cow Hollow. Make a stop by Union Street or Van Ness Avenue while you're exploring the area.
Mission District
Mission District is a destination travelers like for its bars, and you might hop aboard the metro at 16th Street Mission Station or 24th Street Mission Station to explore sights like San Francisco Public Library.
Golden Gate
While you're in Golden Gate, take in top sights like San Francisco Botanical Garden or Japanese Tea Garden, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Irving St & 9th Ave Stop or Irving St & 8th Ave Stop.