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.
Golden Gate Bridge
Cars trundle across it and ships sail under it, but the best way to experience this iconic bridge is on foot.
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.
Moscone Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Moscone Convention Center, a top convention centre in San Francisco. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene 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
California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission
California Sunset Cruise (2-hours)
Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
SKIP THE LINE: Exploratorium Daytime Admission
San Francisco: One day Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Tour
de Young Museum General Admission Ticket
Top hotels in Hayes Valley
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Perfect
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Staff was awesome. Hotel is in a great location. I'd definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Really loved this hotel and everything about it. The location is awesome. The breakfast amazing. The staff all wonderful. I would definitely stay here again and recommend it to others.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
Old property with a small staticky tv with no Netflix. Thermostat is from the 1800’s. Lol. Plumbing is sluggish. Just an overall unpleasant property to visit. Location is great and staff is nice but that’s it
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Good
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Fairmont San Francisco
Excellence in all ways!
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Hayes Valley
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.
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.
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.
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.
Mission District
You might enjoy the bars while in Mission District. San Francisco Public Library is a notable sight, and you can get around town at 16th Street Mission Station or 24th Street Mission Station to see more of the city.
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