Castro District Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Castro Street
You can learn about the history of San Francisco when you stop by Castro Street. Experience the area's entertainment choices and theatre scene.
Mission Dolores Park
Mission Dolores 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 beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
Castro Theatre
You can enjoy a show at Castro Theatre during your stay in San Francisco. Discover the beautiful sunsets and shops in this vibrant area.
Mission San Francisco de Asís
Learn about the local history of San Francisco when you spend time at Mission San Francisco de Asís. Visit the notable monuments and shops in this vibrant area.
Mission High School
Find out about the history of San Francisco when you take a trip to Mission High School. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this vibrant area.
Nobby Clarke Mansion
You can find out about the history of San Francisco with a stop at Nobby Clarke Mansion. Take in the acclaimed theatre scene and beautiful sunsets in this vibrant 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 Castro District
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
"Clean rooms"
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
"This is a very nice hotel in a good area. It is close to the cruise port 27 and pier 39. They allowed us to check in early with no additional feen"
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
"Beautiful hotel, classy with great rooms and amenities."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Hilton San Francisco Union Square
"This hotel is clean, centrally located with many restaurants and food around. The room was cleaned every day and the staff is very friendly. My kids loved this hotel as well. The gym is well equipped."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel
"Great location! Breakfast buffet is top notch."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
"We took the trip to San Francisco for my birthday weekend. The room was clean but smelled musty. The bathroom definitely needs to be cleaned around the flooring. We had a mishap (very unfortunate) almost as soon as we arrived. A person was in the lobby committing Lewd and lascivious behavior. Security ..."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Castro District
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.
Castro District Travel Guide
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