Panhandle Travel Guide
San Francisco
Visit Panhandle
Things to do
California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission
Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
California Sunset Cruise (2-hours)
San Francisco, Muir Woods, Sausalito and Optional Alcatraz Tour
SKIP THE LINE: Exploratorium Daytime Admission
San Francisco: One day Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Tour
Top hotels in Panhandle
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
"Ideal location to stay to explore The City"
Reviewed on 3 Jul 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
"Loved the heated pool and sauna!!!"
Reviewed on 3 Jul 2026
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
"I had a great stay here, the room was clean & the staff was very friendly and open to answering any questions I had!"
Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026
Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf
"Property was bright spot of an area that is in decline. FANTASTIC service from the front desk and friendly staff. Very comfy room."
Reviewed on 3 Jul 2026
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
"Great customer service!"
Reviewed on 3 Jul 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
"Always a great stay this is also a great location!"
Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026
Where to stay in Panhandle
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 Chase Center 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.
