Popular places to visit
Golden Gate Bridge
Cars trundle across it and ships sail under it, but the best way to experience this iconic bridge is on foot.
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.
Moscone Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening at Moscone Convention Center, a top convention center in San Francisco. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this vibrant area.
Golden Gate Park
This beloved park offers relaxation among trees, flowers and wildlife, right in San Francisco’s backyard.
Oracle Park
Whether or not you’re a baseball fan, this charming ballpark with outstanding views should be on your San Francisco sightseeing list.
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
Pacific Coast Highway App-Based Driving Audio Tour Bundle
Private Half Moon Bay Coastal Delights Driving Tour
Muir Woods & Sausalito with EXCLUSIVE Battery Spencer Small Group Tour
2hr. SUNSET Sailing Experience on San Francisco Bay
Napa, Sonoma and Exclusive Battery Spencer Small Group Wine Tasting Tour
Hiking along Pacifica State Beach Coastline
Bayfront Hotel Deals
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
Clean room with a view
Reviewed on Nov 21, 2025
Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
Staff was very courteous and the room was clean.
Reviewed on Nov 19, 2025
Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront
Convenient for a quick stop after a very late flight although the property is the last stop on the shuttle.
Reviewed on Nov 21, 2025
Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport
Clean and convenient. Staff was friendly. I think circuit breaker tripped (or something) as no power in half of the room on the morning of departure but otherwise all good
Reviewed on Nov 13, 2025
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Best ever thank you
Reviewed on Nov 17, 2025
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
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Reviewed on Nov 23, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Bayfront
Excelsior
While Excelsior isn't home to many top sights, Cow Palace and San Bruno Mountain State Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
Potrero Hill
The live music and architecture are just a few things visitors like about Potrero Hill. San Francisco Bay and Letterform Archive are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at 20th Street Station or 23rd Street Station to get around the larger area.
Noe Valley
Appreciated for its churches and architecture, you might consider exploring Noe Valley. Check out the variety of things to see and do like 22nd St Hill, and jump on the metro at Church St & Clipper St Stop or Church St & 24th St Stop to get around the city.
Mission District
Mission District is a destination travelers like for its bars, and you might hop aboard the metro at 16th Street Mission Station or 24th Street Mission Station to explore sights like SOMA Pilipinas.
Mission Bay
While you're in Mission Bay, take in top sights like Chase Center or Lefty O'Doul Bridge, and hop on the metro to see more the city at UCSF/Chase Center Stop or Mission Rock Station.
South of Market
SOMA Pilipinas and San Francisco Mint are top sights in South of Market, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Yerba Buena-Moscone Station or Fourth-Brannan Station to see more sights in the area.
Bayfront, CA
- Stanford University
- Golden Gate Bridge
- Pier 39
- Moscone Convention Center
- Golden Gate Park
- Chase Center
- Oracle Park
- Googleplex
- Alcatraz Island
- Jack London Square
- Lombard Street
- Presidio of San Francisco
- Stanford University Medical Center
- San Francisco State University
- University of San Francisco
- Oakland Arena
- Shoreline Amphitheatre
- Silicon Valley
- Embarcadero Center
- San Francisco Museum of Modern Art
- Ocean Beach
- UCSF Medical Center
- Kaiser Permanente Medical Center
- San Mateo County Event Center
- Bill Graham Civic Auditorium
- Palace of Fine Arts
