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 acclaimed theatre scene 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 acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Harvey Milk Plaza
You can learn about the history of San Francisco with a trip to Harvey Milk Plaza. Visit the notable monuments and shops in this vibrant area.
Corona Heights Dog Play Area
After visiting Corona Heights Dog Play Area, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Francisco. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.
Randall Museum
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Randall Museum during your travels in San Francisco. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this walkable area.
Vulcan Steps
Enjoy an outing to Vulcan Steps during your stay in San Francisco. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this walkable area.
Things to do
California Sunset Cruise (2-hours)
California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission
San Francisco, Muir Woods, Sausalito and Optional Alcatraz Tour
Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
SKIP THE LINE: Exploratorium Daytime Admission
Top hotels in Buena Vista
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
"A little bit too noisy in the area. Very loud music was playing late at night."
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
"Clean rooms"
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Hilton San Francisco Union Square
"Clean rooms great view"
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel
"Great hotel, extremely helpful staff. I would love to come back again."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
"Nice place."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
"Beautiful hotel, classy with great rooms and amenities."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Buena Vista
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
