Buena Vista Travel Guide
San Francisco
Visit Buena Vista
Popular places to visit
Buena Vista Park
Buena Vista Park is just one of the places to see in San Francisco, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this vibrant area.
Grateful Dead House
You can find out about the history of San Francisco with a stop at Grateful Dead House. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area.
Randall Museum
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Randall Museum during your travels in San Francisco. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this vibrant area.
Buena Vista Dog Run
Buena Vista Dog Run is just one of the places to see in San Francisco, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? You can enjoy the local cheese shops while in the area.
Corona Heights Park
After visiting Corona Heights Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Francisco. Take in the acclaimed theatre scene and beautiful sunsets in this vibrant area.
Vulcan Steps
Enjoy an outing to Vulcan Steps during your stay in San Francisco. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this walkable area.
Things to do
California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission
California Sunset Cruise (2-hours)
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
San Francisco: One day Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Tour
de Young Museum General Admission Ticket
Top hotels in Buena Vista
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
This was a one night stay, the hotel was perfect! Within walking distance to all the things we wanted to do. Parking was super easy. Hotel had great amenities, coffee bar, restaurant, in room fridge. Was very pleasantly surprised how much we enjoyed the stay! Would stay again!
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
good location, very quiet room, comfortable bed. Pleasant enough staff. Enough staff 24 hours to feel safe. The neighbourhood felt safe. No breakfast onsite. Fridge in my room didnt work and the engineer staff were not available. The front desk person did offer me to use the fridge in the reception. ...
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
The best part of this hotel is the location and the breakfast buffet. The rooms were clean, but we were put across the way in a building that I don't think has been remodeled. The ceilings were popcorn style and some general wear and tear was noticeable. But the location was excellent. We could get ...
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Room was immaculate and quiet, and everything worked as expected.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
YOTEL San Francisco
very clean, nice and pretty
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Hilton San Francisco Union Square
It was excellent good experience
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Buena Vista
Western Addition
Alamo Square and Painted Ladies are top sights in Western Addition, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Duboce Avenue & Noe Street Station or Duboce Ave & Church St Stop to see more sights in the area.
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. San Francisco Public Library 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.
Pacific Heights
Take time in Pacific Heights to visit attractions like Mrs. Doubtfire House and Van Ness Avenue. 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.
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 San Francisco Bay are major draws. Catch the metro at Market St & 5th St Stop or Market St & Taylor St Stop to see more of the city.
Golden Gate
If you're spending time in Golden Gate, check out sights like San Francisco Botanical Garden or Japanese Tea Garden and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Irving St & 9th Ave Stop or Irving St & 8th Ave Stop.
