Hayes Valley Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Oracle Park
Whether or not you’re a baseball fan, this charming ballpark with outstanding views should be on your San Francisco sightseeing list.
Pier 39
This waterfront attraction offers thrilling rides, innovative street performers and colorful souvenir shops, but it’s the sea lions that win the day.
Golden Gate Park
This beloved park offers relaxation among trees, flowers and wildlife, right in San Francisco’s backyard.
Golden Gate Bridge
Cars trundle across it and ships sail under it, but the best way to experience this iconic bridge is on foot.
Moscone Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Moscone Convention Center, a top convention centre in San Francisco. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this vibrant area.
Alcatraz Island
Escape to “The Rock,” home of the infamous and abandoned island prison, and discover how it earned a reputation as a cold and unforgiving place.
Things to do
San Francisco Bay Sightseeing Cruise International Narration
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
Top hotels in Hayes Valley
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
"Staff"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
"A bit odd you need all the family member to present in able for us to be served at breakfast"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
"Had a great few days here! It was easy for us to get around from this location, plus lots of food/shops near by if needed. We didn’t really get to use the pool but we used the sauna and that was nice! The hot/cold water readily available was great as well. One note, it was really dark in the hallways ..."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Hilton San Francisco Union Square
Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel
"Very convenient location and close to transit. Super friendly staff and a clean, comfortable room."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
"Beautiful place with an incredible location adjacent to Chinatown and close to Fisherman's Wharf. Will definitely stay there again."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Hayes Valley
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.
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