Although we do not recommend staying in this area it may be appealing to some families traveling with children. We personally suggest visiting for a day.
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Embarcadero
On the Water. Easily accessible via BART or Muni. Easy to get to other attractions via public transit. Where we would stay as an alternative to Union Square.
Union Square
Central part of the city. Lots of shopping. Close to public transit. Where we would stay if we were new to San Francisco.
North Beach
- 15 Romolo: Great spot to grab a cocktail and a small bite.
- Comstock: favorite for after work drinks. Good happy hour on food.
- Capos: Excellent Italian food. Same owner as Tony’s. Focuses on Chicago style.
- Cotogna: Rustic italian eatery, more casual version of Quince (Reservations a must)
- Incanto: Excellent Italian Food. Fresh pasta, good atmosphere.
- Kokkari Estiatorio: Best Greek food in the city
- Tony’s Pizza Napoletana: Try the coal fired pizza. Every pizza type you could imagine. If there’s a wait grab a drink next door at Tony Nik’s Cafe
- Vesuviuos: Jack Kerouac Bar
Chinatown
San Francisco Chinatown is the largest Chinatown outside of Asia as well as the oldest Chinatown in North America. It is one of the top tourist attractions in San Francisco. The main shopping areas are along Grant Avenue and Stockton Street, where you can explore one of the largest Chinatowns in the U.S. Don’t be shy to adventure off the main drag and into the alleys lined with restaurants, colorful vegetable and fruit markets and shops.
Haight Ashbury
The Haight-Ashbury district is noted for its role as a center of the 1960s hippie movement. Now the neighborhood remains a thriving center of independent local businesses. It is home to a number of independent restaurants and bars, as well as clothing boutiques, booksellers, and record stores including Amoeba Music. The cohabitation between throw-backs to the Fifties lounge scene, organic and spiritual New Age ambiance of the Sixties, punk-rock politics and computer culture is one of the neighborhood’s most interesting and endearing aspects socially and artistically.
Free Events
San Francisco always has something going on, especially free events at the beginning of the month. Check out some of our suggestions listed here.
Crissy Field
Crissy Field was transformed starting in 2001 from a former military airfield into a vibrant environmental showcase. Today, the restored Crissy Field is a stunning place to walk or bike on a flat, hard-packed promenade with iconic views of the Bay and Golden Gate Bridges. A beautiful, and much-loved trail winds through Crissy Field between Marina Green and Fort Point. Continue reading
Other Options
Hotel’s can be expensive in SF. It might make more sense to rent a home as a group. Here are helpful websites.
Potrero Hill / Dogpatch
- Anchor Brewery: Consider taking their tour (book far in advance)
- Serpentine: favorite brunch spot. Fantastic burger.