Bayfront Travel Guide
San Francisco
Popular places to visit
Golden Gate Bridge
Cars trundle across it and ships sail under it, but the best way to experience this iconic bridge is on foot.
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.
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 in Moscone Convention Center, a top convention centre in San Francisco. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this vibrant area.
Golden Gate Park
This beloved park offers relaxation among trees, flowers and wildlife, right in San Francisco’s backyard.
Lombard Street
Often incorrectly called the world’s crookedest street, this San Francisco roadway is an iconic spot to see, photograph and drive down.
Things to do
Pacific Coast Highway App-Based Driving Audio Tour Bundle
2hr. SUNSET Sailing Experience on San Francisco Bay
Napa, Sonoma and Exclusive Battery Spencer Small Group Wine Tasting Tour
San Francisco to Zion, Bryce, and Grand Canyon 4 Day Tour
Beginner Surfing in San Francisco at Pacifica Beach
Redwood&Crater Lake National Park&Oregon 3-Day Tour from San Francisco
Top hotels in Bayfront
Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
Staff awesome, clean room, great location. Will return for sure.
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront
Everything was great. Thanks!
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport
Everything was great! We asked to be switched to another room due to sanitary reasons and that was no problem. New room was fantastic, only thing that we would suggest looking at is the shower head - when turning on the shower, the shower head expelled this high pitched noise the entire time while ...
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
the staff have excellent customer service and very courteous
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Vagabond Inn Executive San Francisco Airport
Clean and friendly staff. Good coffee in the lobby. Nice view of the bay
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
We arrived early and was able to get an early check in. Checkout was a breeze.
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Bayfront
Excelsior
Though Excelsior may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Cow Palace and San Bruno Mountain.
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.
Mission District
You might enjoy the bars while in Mission District. SF Armory 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.
South of Market
Gourmet restaurants great entertainment and top sights from Oracle Park to SOMA Pilipinas – discover South of Market, a destination also famous for its shopping.
South Park
Oracle Park and Brannan Street Wharf are a few top attractions in South Park. Hop around the city on the metro at 2nd & King Station or Fourth-Brannan Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries.
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 Warfield Theatre are major draws. Catch the metro at Market St & 5th St Stop or Market St & Taylor St Stop to see more of the city.
