Jackson Square 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.
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 Bridge
Cars trundle across it and ships sail under it, but the best way to experience this iconic bridge is on foot.
Oracle Park
Whether or not you’re a baseball fan, this charming ballpark with outstanding views should be on your San Francisco sightseeing list.
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 art galleries 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
Ghost Hunt in SF Chinatown with a Professional Investigator
£41
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Walk with Spirits: A Haunted Pub Crawl in San Francisco
£28
per adult
San Francisco: Skip-the-Line 1-Hour Bay Cruise by Boat
£28
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission
£36
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
San Francisco: Flyer Theater, 7D Ride & Laser Maze Combo
£21
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Top hotels in Jackson Square
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
2500 Mason St, San Francisco, CA
The price is £129 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
£129
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (6,706 reviews)
"Excellent location, easily walkable to all the places we wanted to visit. Felt safe and easy parking. We were concerned our car may have been over height, there is a 6ft limit but we got in fine. However you can also use the parking in the hotel opposite which has a greater height allowance. Staff ..."
Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
5 Embarcadero Center, San Francisco, CA
The price is £175 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
£175
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,816 reviews)
"This hotel is very very quiet. I did not hear the neighbors at all. The room was very large with a stunning view on the 17th floor. I stayed over the weekend when the prices were very reasonable, less than $200 a night. The price almost doubled during the week. I discovered this when my flight was ..."
Reviewed on 23 Aug 2025
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
1500 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA
The price is £107 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
£107
26 Aug - 27 Aug
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! (4,452 reviews)
"The only downside was the location of our room, which was on the 7th floor, just above and facing the pool. The pool area lights stayed on and were very bright at night, so we had to cover the windows before sleeping, which wasn’t ideal. We also felt that our privacy was somewhat limited. Aside from ..."
Reviewed on 23 Aug 2025
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
1177 Airport Blvd, Burlingame, CA
Fully refundable
The price is £85 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
£85
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Burlingame. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.6/10 Good! (2,070 reviews)
In helping me
"The front decks were being very overwhelming very thankful to able to help me find the tours that I need sent their locations where I can apply to get other tours and see the scenic used and they were very helpful for me"
Reviewed on 23 Aug 2025
Handlery Union Square Hotel
351 Geary St, San Francisco, CA
The price is £140 per night from 29 Aug to 30 Aug
£140
29 Aug - 30 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,650 reviews)
"only downside was the AC was not working but they offered us a comp bottle of red wine and a fan. we only stayed two nights so this was a fine solution. location was amazing with discounts with nearby restaurants. will def be coming back"
Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
750 Kearny St, San Francisco, CA
The price is £114 per night from 29 Aug to 30 Aug
£114
29 Aug - 30 Aug
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! (1,653 reviews)
"good"
Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025
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.
- Golden Gate Park
- Pier 39
- Golden Gate Bridge
- Oracle Park
- Chase Center
- Moscone Convention Center
- Alcatraz Island
- Presidio of San Francisco
- Jack London Square
- Lombard Street
- Muir Woods National Monument
- Union Square
- Ocean Beach
- Embarcadero Center
- San Francisco Zoo
- San Francisco Museum of Modern Art
- Greek Theater
- Ghirardelli Square
- Point Reyes National Seashore