Title: Golden Gate Travel Guide: Best of Golden Gate, San Francisco Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Golden Gate](https://expedia.co.uk/Golden-Gate-San-Francisco-Hotels.0-n553248635976481407-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to San Francisco](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-San-Francisco.d178305.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in San Francisco](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-San-Francisco.d178305.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Golden Gate Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Golden-Gate.d553248635976481407.Car-Hire-Guide)[Golden Gate Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Golden-Gate.d553248635976481407.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Golden Gate Travel Guide ## San Francisco ![Conservatory of Flowers featuring outdoor art, flowers and a park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6069419/784003c6-5709-451d-8851-8d21984f9669.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Conservatory of Flowers featuring outdoor art, flowers and a park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6069419/784003c6-5709-451d-8851-8d21984f9669.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Stow Lake featuring a river or creek, boating and a bridge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621533113743/5d5cc16c-e0eb-4e0f-b5a7-80237efc4f71.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Japanese Tea Garden featuring a garden and a pond](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6063205/80e14d02-571d-4776-a9c3-5540668dd382.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Golden Gate Park which includes a park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/507464/732776de-62c5-40a5-a5e4-31a784f2c328.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Golden Gate Things to do Hotels Where to stay [San Francisco travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco.dx178305) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Golden Gate Park featuring a garden and flowers](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/507464/52822685-2982-4242-a264-5feb076f1b64.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Golden Gate Park This beloved park offers relaxation among trees, flowers and wildlife, right in San Francisco’s backyard. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Golden-Gate-Park-Golden-Gate.d507464.Attraction) ![California Academy of Sciences which includes rides and interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6151535/a8c6cb1e-6975-42ef-8015-c14f76401898.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### California Academy of Sciences This vast scientific institution is one of the world’s largest museums of natural history. [](https://expedia.co.uk/California-Academy-Of-Sciences-Golden-Gate.d6151535.Attraction) ![De Young Museum featuring interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6063203/232668ca-84c9-445c-b2aa-5b3aea837794.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### De Young Museum This famous fine arts museum in Golden Gate Park was founded in the 19th century and boasts a collection dating back to the 1600s. [](https://expedia.co.uk/De-Young-Museum-Golden-Gate.d6063203.Attraction) ![Japanese Tea Garden showing heritage architecture and a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6063205/dc401ef3-801c-412d-8a01-f1a064eff334.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Japanese Tea Garden The oldest public Japanese garden in the United States is a place of peace and beauty nestled in Golden Gate Park. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Japanese-Tea-Garden-Golden-Gate.d6063205.Attraction) ![Where the sea meets the land in San Francisco. Ocean Beach is a world renowned surfing beach in the Sunset district of San Francisco. Cliff house building on the cliffs.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635977254166/53cae5b6-acf1-4a30-9a27-e9feb503b4f7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Outside Lands After visiting Outside Lands, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Francisco. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Outside-Lands-San-Francisco.d553248635977254166.Attraction) ![Nature’s fireworks! #NikonD750](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3132/93409454-d9c5-46e7-a033-0626341c62d7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### San Francisco Botanical Garden Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore San Francisco Botanical Garden, a lovely green space in San Francisco. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Botanical-Garden-San-Francisco.d6151539.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Golden Gate Bay Cruise Service: sail around Alcatraz! ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/219796/d51f338a-6a93-4ad8-ab9b-06f7a1ddbe6a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Golden Gate Bay Cruise - Sail Around Alcatraz! (1-hour) £28 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/golden-gate-bay-cruise-sail-around-alcatraz-1-hour.a219796.activity-details) ![Inside the cell block at Alcatraz](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/671502/07d315e0-8bb1-4ae9-9236-1bb35e12946d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Alcatraz Island Tour Package £100 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/alcatraz-island-tour-package.a671502.activity-details) ![California Academy of Sciences General Admission](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/219652/f0bca80b-682f-4287-bac0-eccb47dd5591.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission £36 per adult **86%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/california-academy-of-sciences-daytime-admission.a219652.activity-details) ![San Francisco City Lights Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/219776/95f2a2ad-387b-435e-99b1-49a9d049006c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### San Francisco City Lights Cruise (2-hours) £42 per adult **94%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/san-francisco-city-lights-cruise-2-hours.a219776.activity-details) ![Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 25+ Attractions](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/219896/8f48853e-8b87-4e6b-85c2-057f6b4e921c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions £76 per adult **88%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/go-city-san-francisco-all-inclusive-pass-with-30-attractions.a219896.activity-details) ![San Francisco: One day Yosemite and Giant Sequoia Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/249490/828bcf12-0cb6-425c-9852-d5ed6cb7390e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### San Francisco: One day Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Tour £144 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/san-francisco-one-day-yosemite-and-giant-sequoias-tour.a249490.activity-details) [See all activities in San Francisco](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-San-Francisco.d178305.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Golden Gate ![Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10600/10538/9ba9bb1f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG 1500 Van Ness Ave San Francisco CA £106 16 Feb - 17 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (5,234 reviews) We arrived early and was able to get an early check in. Checkout was a breeze. Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F02%2F2026&endDate=17%2F02%2F2026&selected=10538&PinnedHotelID=10538&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976481407) ![Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24700/24625/6fb55356_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf 2500 Mason St San Francisco CA £136 10 Feb - 11 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (7,302 reviews) Clean, friendly staff, great breakfast. Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F02%2F2026&endDate=11%2F02%2F2026&selected=24625&PinnedHotelID=24625&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976481407) ![Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31420000/31419900/31419890/fc76649d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown 701 3rd St San Francisco CA £155 13 Feb - 14 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,982 reviews) Rumor's clean and comfortable. This part of SF is desamp without much homelessness Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=14%2F02%2F2026&selected=31419890&PinnedHotelID=31419890&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976481407) ![Hilton San Francisco Financial District](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4400/4302/77af977e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hilton San Francisco Financial District 750 Kearny St San Francisco CA £106 16 Feb - 17 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness centre and Wi-Fi (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (2,372 reviews) there should be a welcome drinks. water so expensive .the time we arrived at the hotel we are really so thirsty buy anyway ,its business anyway Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F02%2F2026&endDate=17%2F02%2F2026&selected=4302&PinnedHotelID=4302&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976481407) ![Comfort Inn by the Bay](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6000/5984/d439a184_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Comfort Inn by the Bay 2775 Van Ness Ave San Francisco CA £89 11 Feb - 12 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,303 reviews) For my first time visiting San Francisco, this place was the best! My view was beautiful, the room was great, and everyone here was very helpful. I’m very grateful for Jonathan and everyone there helping us. The food options around us were great as well! Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=11%2F02%2F2026&endDate=12%2F02%2F2026&selected=5984&PinnedHotelID=5984&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976481407) ![Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/913000/912982/5ee1ba27_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco 424 Clay St San Francisco CA £100 16 Feb - 17 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (2,950 reviews) Large spot on floor, wall dirty or scuffed up, very far from elevator for being an accessible room. Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F02%2F2026&endDate=17%2F02%2F2026&selected=912982&PinnedHotelID=912982&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976481407) [See all 4,771 properties in Golden Gate](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%2F2026®ionId=553248635976481407) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Golden Gate hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976481407&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09)[8 Feb - 9 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976481407&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976481407&startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10)[9 Feb - 10 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976481407&startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976481407&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976481407&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around Golden Gate ![One of my favorite sunset spots in SF looking out at the Golden Gate. 🌞](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3132/fd4ab1ba-c46b-463d-9e1b-d72c9bdb8146.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Presidio If you're spending some time in Presidio, Crissy Field and Walt Disney Family Museum are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Presidio.dx553248635976475209) ![Alamo Square showing heritage architecture, a house and a coastal town](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/507476/fa501f80-0e96-489f-8954-4d991a4502b0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Western Addition 4/5(24 area reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Western-Addition.dx173536) ![Pacific Heights featuring a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/142901/e3d3bbc7-6c45-415a-bdf4-5ef1d11c4d4d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Pacific Heights 4.5/5(2 area reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Pacific-Heights.dx142901) ![Aerial View Of Urban Neighborhood ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6155705/000d8af2-94e1-4af8-bbaf-91af84845baa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Noe-Valley.dx6155705) ![Cow Hollow featuring signage and street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6155698/a96e8320-a1e9-48bc-b1c7-828226e529ac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Cow Hollow 3.5/5(9 area reviews) Gourmet restaurants a bustling marina and top sights from Union Street to Van Ness Avenue – discover Cow Hollow, a destination also famous for its shopping. [](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Cow-Hollow.dx6155698) ![Marina District which includes heritage architecture as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/130032/48c60d7e-ce4f-460f-b18a-90f78ef89b0f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Marina District 4/5(80 area reviews) The beautiful waterfront views and popular shops are just a few highlights of Marina District. Make a stop by Chestnut Street or Bay Area Theatresports while you're exploring the area. 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