Title: Financial District Travel Guide: Best of Financial District, San Francisco Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Financial District](https://expedia.co.uk/Financial-District-San-Francisco-Hotels.0-n6056710-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to San Francisco](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-San-Francisco.d178305.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in San Francisco](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-San-Francisco.d178305.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Financial District Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Financial-District.d6056710.Car-Hire-Guide)[Financial District Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Financial-District.d6056710.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Financial District Travel Guide ## San Francisco ![Financial District - Ferry Building](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/173000/173976-Financial-District-Ferry-Building.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Financial District - Ferry Building showing a city and street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/173000/173964-Financial-District-Ferry-Building.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Financial District - Ferry Building featuring street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/173000/173979-Financial-District-Ferry-Building.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Financial District - Ferry Building](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/173000/173984-Financial-District-Ferry-Building.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Financial District - Ferry Building](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/173000/173977-Financial-District-Ferry-Building.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Financial District Things to do Hotels Where to stay [San Francisco travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco.dx178305) #### Mingle with businesspeople in the excellent bars and restaurants of this neighbourhood where there is a large concentration of corporate headquarters. San Francisco’s Financial District is the city’s business hub and is home to the headquarters of several Fortune 500 companies as well as upscale hotels. Gaze up at the Transamerica Pyramid, an iconic 48-story skyscraper. Shop for upscale fashionable clothing, beauty products, jewellery and accessories in this busy neighbourhood. Come here during the week and join the suited businesspeople making their way down the sidewalks. Look up at the cluster of sky-high towers that line the streets. Among them is the 850-foot (260-metre) tall Transamerica Pyramid, an imposing structure that can be seen from across the city. Enter the visitor centre and watch a short film about the building’s construction. Buy tickets to a show at the Punch Line Comedy Club. This intimate theatre showcases underground talent as well as well-known headline comedians. Walk to the Ferry Building Marketplace from the Financial District in less than 10 minutes. This wonderful marketplace sells a varied range of high-quality produce. Purchase books, ceramics, fruits, nuts, fine wines and many more items. This marketplace also features cafés selling premium hand-picked Chinese teas and specialty coffees. Find Union Square just a 10-minute walk southwest of the Financial District. This public square is one of the main shopping destinations in the city. Browse local artworks, antiques, high-end fashionable clothing and beauty products. Cafés, wine bars and trendy restaurants also border the plaza. San Francisco’s Financial District borders one of the largest and oldest Chinatowns in North America. Survey buildings decorated in ornate gold dragons and dine in some of the best Chinese restaurants in San Francisco. Chinatown also hosts cultural events, including lion dances and flower fairs, throughout the year. The Financial District is about 13 miles (21 kilometres) from San Francisco International Airport. Ride Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) trains to MontgomeryStreet Station. Private parking lots are available in the district. Experience fine dining and shopping in the city’s financial and corporate centre. --- ### Popular places to visit ![Embarcadero Center](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/30a123453d38064ce164bcc1fab1f24d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Embarcadero Center During your visit to San Francisco, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Embarcadero Center. Amble around this vibrant area's Chinatown or experience its acclaimed theatre scene. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Embarcadero-Center-Downtown-San-Francisco.d6199610.Attraction) ![TransAmerica Pyramid](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/392a1ff0a0af9dbfaf9bd1abe0d7e09b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### TransAmerica Pyramid After visiting TransAmerica Pyramid, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Francisco. Visit the notable monuments and shops in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/TransAmerica-Pyramid-San-Francisco.d502569.Attraction) ![TransAmerica Redwood Forest](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/3be76f6a81916711bbaeca7e018f308f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### TransAmerica Redwood Forest TransAmerica Redwood Forest is just one of the places to see in San Francisco, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this vibrant area's Chinatown or experience its acclaimed art galleries. [](https://expedia.co.uk/TransAmerica-Redwood-Forest-Downtown-San-Francisco.d6068427.Attraction) ![Justin Herman Plaza](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/b60e73b641e7c9156c25efdaaf939de8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Justin Herman Plaza Find out about the history of San Francisco when you spend time at Justin Herman Plaza. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Justin-Herman-Plaza-San-Francisco.d553248621533114319.Attraction) ![Lotta's Fountain](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/2b5d0b2a1a3c86694d1d9bdf707ca777.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lotta's Fountain Lotta's Fountain is just one of the places to see in San Francisco, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the notable monuments and shops in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lottas-Fountain-Downtown-San-Francisco.d6065755.Attraction) #### Palace Hotel Find out about the history of San Francisco with a stop at Palace Hotel. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and notable monuments in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Palace-Hotel-San-Francisco.d553248621533114865.Attraction) ### Things to do ![California Academy of Sciences General Admission](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/219652/f0bca80b-682f-4287-bac0-eccb47dd5591.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission £36 per adult **86%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/california-academy-of-sciences-daytime-admission.a219652.activity-details) ![Alcatraz Ticket with Roundtrip Ferry & Hop-On Hop-Off](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/192704/02e83615-017d-4057-af2f-68b4d1324bfa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Alcatraz Island Ticket and Hop-on Hop-Off Bus Tour £71 per adult **88%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/alcatraz-island-ticket-and-hop-on-hop-off-bus-tour.a192704.activity-details) ![San Francisco City Lights Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/219776/95f2a2ad-387b-435e-99b1-49a9d049006c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### San Francisco City Lights Cruise (2-hours) £43 per adult **94%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/san-francisco-city-lights-cruise-2-hours.a219776.activity-details) ![Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 25+ Attractions](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/219896/8f48853e-8b87-4e6b-85c2-057f6b4e921c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions £77 per adult **88%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/go-city-san-francisco-all-inclusive-pass-with-30-attractions.a219896.activity-details) ![Visit de Young Museum in Golden Gate Park](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/852149/5f951497-8465-48c2-bf9a-eff985a5464e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### de Young Museum General Admission Ticket £15 per adult **88%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/de-young-museum-general-admission-ticket.a852149.activity-details) ![SkyStar Wheel Fishermans Wharf. San Francisco's first waterfront observation Wheel!](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47499798/9452154d-ee17-41e6-9ddd-12e7a5815ec4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### SkyStar Wheel Ticket in San Francisco £14 per adult **78%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/skystar-wheel-ticket-in-san-francisco.a47499798.activity-details) [See all activities in San Francisco](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-San-Francisco.d178305.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Financial District ![Hilton San Francisco Financial District](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4400/4302/77af977e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hilton San Francisco Financial District 750 Kearny St San Francisco CA £99 25 Jan - 26 Jan 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! (2,244 reviews) Clean rooms, staff, excellent service Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F01%2F2026&endDate=26%2F01%2F2026&selected=4302&PinnedHotelID=4302&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6056710) ![Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/913000/912982/5ee1ba27_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco 424 Clay St San Francisco CA £91 23 Jan - 24 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (2,870 reviews) We love this hotel! Clean, close to our son's house. Friendly, always helpful staff, good restaurant, good value for downtown SanFrancisco Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F01%2F2026&endDate=24%2F01%2F2026&selected=912982&PinnedHotelID=912982&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6056710) ![Hyatt Regency San Francisco](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23800/23774/1f7903cc_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hyatt Regency San Francisco 5 Embarcadero Center San Francisco CA £174 25 Jan - 26 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly 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! (2,022 reviews) Room is very clean. Atmosphere is good. Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F01%2F2026&endDate=26%2F01%2F2026&selected=23774&PinnedHotelID=23774&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6056710) ![Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/27300/27274/w4000h2663x0y0-df4f3756_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco 2 New Montgomery St San Francisco CA £259 23 Jan - 24 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy 2 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the comfy ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews) Service, cleanliness Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F01%2F2026&endDate=24%2F01%2F2026&selected=27274&PinnedHotelID=27274&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6056710) ![Omni San Francisco Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/670000/662400/662368/d35e28e6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Omni San Francisco Hotel 500 California St San Francisco CA £180 16 Jan - 17 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,253 reviews) A clean and somewhat utilitarian hotel. It won't change your life, but it's a reasonably priced option that is conveniently located downtown. Check-in was a bit of a headache because the hotel's rez system and Expedia's were clearly not synced well. If you are booking this property through Expedia, ... Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F01%2F2026&endDate=17%2F01%2F2026&selected=662368&PinnedHotelID=662368&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6056710) ![Galleria Park Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/22400/22303/ba451360_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Galleria Park Hotel 191 Sutter St San Francisco CA £140 25 Jan - 26 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy a rooftop terrace, a fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews) We were very disappointed that the restaurant was closed and not informed it would be closed when the reservation was made. This made it necessary to leave the property for all meals. The prices should reflect this missing property inclusions Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F01%2F2026&endDate=26%2F01%2F2026&selected=22303&PinnedHotelID=22303&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6056710) [See all 4,767 properties in Financial District](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=09%2F01%2F2026&endDate=10%2F01%2F2026®ionId=6056710) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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Commercial Street is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Chinatown-Rose Pak Stop or Powell St & Clay St Stop to see more of San Francisco. [](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Chinatown.dx6004910) ![Union Square featuring a skyscraper and a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/22000/22611-Union-Square.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Union Square 4/5(287 area reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Union-Square.dx800129) ![North Beach which includes skyline and a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/173000/173772-North-Beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### North Beach 4.5/5(129 area reviews) Travellers love North Beach for its popular shops, and you can see more of San Francisco by jumping on the metro at Columbus Ave & Lombard St Stop or Columbus Ave & Chestnut St Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Pier 39 and San Francisco Bay. [](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-North-Beach.dx138972) ![Default Image](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/476000/476363-Downtown-San-Francisco.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown San Francisco 3/5(52 area reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Downtown-San-Francisco.dx6151902) ![Nob Hill showing street scenes and a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/173000/173402-Nob-Hill.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Nob Hill 4.5/5(78 area reviews) Gourmet restaurants Chinatown and top sights from SF Masonic Auditorium to Cable Car Museum – discover Nob Hill, a destination also famous for its shopping. [](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Nob-Hill.dx138629) ![Default Image](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/342000/342317-Lombard-Street.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Russian Hill 4/5(4 area reviews) Travellers choose Russian Hill for its pristine beaches. Hop aboard the metro at Hyde St & Filbert St Stop or Hyde St & Union St Stop and check out top sights like Van Ness Avenue. [](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Russian-Hill.dx553248621561137041) --- --- - [Stays](?pwaLob=wizard-hotel-pwa-v2) - [Packages](?pwaLob=wizard-package-pwa) - [Flights](?pwaLob=wizard-flight-pwa) - [Things to do](?pwaLob=wizard-lx-pwa) - [Cruises](?pwaLob=wizard-cruise-pwa) - [Cars](?pwaLob=wizard-car-pwa) # Financial District Travel Guide ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. Scan the QR code with your device camera and download our app