Golden Gate Travel Guide
San Francisco
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Popular places to visit
Golden Gate Park
This beloved park offers relaxation among trees, flowers and wildlife, right in San Francisco’s backyard.
California Academy of Sciences
This vast scientific institution is one of the world’s largest museums of natural history.
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.
Outside Lands
Outside Lands is just one of the places to see in San Francisco, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?
Japanese Tea Garden
The oldest public Japanese garden in the United States is a place of peace and beauty nestled in Golden Gate Park.
Blue Heron Lake
Go boating on Golden Gate Park’s largest lake. The placid body of water is the home of turtles, ducks and during winter, Canadian geese.
Things to do
California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission
California Sunset Cruise (2-hours)
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
San Francisco, Muir Woods, Sausalito and Optional Alcatraz Tour
Top hotels in Golden Gate
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Is very good
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
Hotel was very good on several occasions I had a lge room with an outside deck Although I enjoyed the room. The Tv was outdated Reception lousy. Definitely needs an upgrade Pool was closed for repairs but looked good
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
The hotel itself was fine, no complaints and no rave review factors. But the front door bellman / host Prince really made the difference for my stay. So welcoming and friendly, knew where everything was, knew who to ask for what at any time of the day, was accommodating even when I arrived at the ...
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
YOTEL San Francisco
All the staff are super friendly and the rooms are great!
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Awesome 👏
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Hilton San Francisco Union Square
The hotel is not in the best location so beware! Once you walk outside you are near the Tenderloin to the left. Not a good area. The hotel completely price guaged due to conferences in the area. Three times the regular rate per night for an aging huge chain property is robbery! Stayed at many Hiltons ...
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Golden Gate
Sunset District
Consider exploring the beaches in Sunset District. If sightseeing is on the list, Ocean Beach is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Judah Street & Sunset Boulevard Station or Judah St & 34th Ave Stop to see more of the area.
Presidio
If you're spending some time in Presidio, Crissy Field and Walt Disney Family Museum are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Pacific Heights
Take time in Pacific Heights to visit attractions like Van Ness Avenue and Mrs. Doubtfire House. 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.
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.
Cow Hollow
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.
