Mid-Market Travel Guide
San Francisco
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.
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.
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
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
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
Top hotels in Mid-Market
YOTEL San Francisco
"They charge me $220 for my short two"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Hampton Inn San Francisco Downtown/Convention Center
"Excellent hotel, totally recommended. Very good service, comfortable and clean rooms. The location is perfect and the staff is very friendly. I would definitely stay here again."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
BEI San Francisco, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
"The staff was amazing. So friendly and helpful. Rooms were clean but some stains on the carpet. Parking garage was good, but issues with the parking tickets working to leave hotel. Would stay again because of the location downtown"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
"very comfortable to stay in hte hotel"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
"The beds were a little hard and very squeaky but over all it was nice"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
"Great location to explore San Francisco."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Mid-Market
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.
Theater District
Gourmet restaurants great entertainment and top sights from SHN Curran Theatre to Marines Memorial Theater – discover Theater District, 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.
South Park
Oracle Park and Brannan Street Wharf are a few top attractions in South Park. Hop around the city on the metro at 2nd & King Station or Fourth-Brannan Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries.
