Often referred to as the heart and soul of a city, public squares are usually thronging with life and unique characters. See what's going on at Washington Square and learn about its long history.

When you've finished exploring this North Beach public square, why not make your way to Pier 39, Golden Gate Bridge, and Alcatraz Island? They're close to Washington Square and also a favorite with many tourists.

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SF Central Hotel

South of Market

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Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to San Francisco (SFO)

6.2/10 (862 reviews)

No parking needed. The facility looked decent on the outside, but very dated and run down on the inside. It's a place to sleep for the night. The Becks motel/hotel in the Castro was a much better experience. Some older hotels just have that lived in look.

Reviewed on Oct 26, 2025

Montage Healdsburg

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Burbank (BUR) to San Francisco (SFO)

9.6/10 Exceptional! (113 reviews)

Clean room, kind and helpful staff. Nice ambiance in vineyard.

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Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Fisherman's Wharf

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Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to San Francisco (SFO)

9/10 Wonderful! (7,092 reviews)

The room was great just smelled bad.

Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025

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Big Bus San Francisco Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour by Open-Top Bus

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California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission

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GoCar San Francisco Tour

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San Francisco: Kids Thrill Zone Combo at PIER 39

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Golden Gate Bay Cruise - Sail Around Alcatraz! (1-hour)

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