North of the Panhandle, CA
San Francisco
Visit North of the Panhandle
Popular places to visit
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 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.
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.
Golden Gate Park
This beloved park offers relaxation among trees, flowers and wildlife, right in San Francisco’s backyard.
Things to do
Official Alcatraz Island Prison Tour with Free App Audio Packages
California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission
San Francisco City Lights Cruise (2-hours)
San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)
San Francisco 1 Day Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour
Alcatraz Island Ticket and Hop-on Hop-Off Bus Tour
North of the Panhandle Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
All nice and clean! great location, great staff!!!
Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Great customer service. The breakfast was really good. Lots of options. The location is great. Room clean and quiet.
Reviewed on Feb 14, 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
stay was at a perfect location.
Reviewed on Feb 12, 2026
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
No complaints, they did a great job.
Reviewed on Feb 13, 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Room was clean and staff was nice! They answered all questions I had and were really helpful overall!
Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Clean, spacious room. Not good pressure in shower. Very slippery floor in shower and non-slip mat was very small.
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026
Other neighborhoods around North of the Panhandle
Western Addition
Travelers love Western Addition for its popular shops, and you can see more of San Francisco by jumping on the metro at Duboce Avenue & Noe Street Station or Duboce Ave & Church St Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Alamo Square and Painted Ladies.
Pacific Heights
Take time in Pacific Heights to visit attractions like Mrs. Doubtfire House and Van Ness Avenue. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at California St & Van Ness Ave Stop to see more of the city.
Cow Hollow
The beautiful waterfront views and popular shops are just a few highlights of Cow Hollow. Make a stop by Union Street or Van Ness Avenue while you're exploring the area.
Theater District
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Theater District. Make a stop by SHN Curran Theatre or Marines Memorial Theater while you're exploring the area.
Downtown San Francisco
Serving as San Francisco's central business district, this area boasts Northern California's two tallest buildings, the Salesforce Tower and Transamerica Pyramid. Explore shopping malls like the Embarcadero Center and enjoy parks such as Sue Biermann Park, all easily accessible via Muni bus and rail lines.
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 SF Armory.
