South of Market, CA

San Francisco

South of Market featuring skyline, a city and city views
South of Market featuring a city, cbd and a fountain
South of Market featuring city views, a high rise building and skyline
South of Market showing skyline, a city and city views
South of Market featuring city views and a city as well as a small group of people

From baseball games to top-notch art exhibits, find endless entertainment in one of San Francisco’s fastest-growing neighborhoods.

Explore South of Market (SoMa), one of San Francisco’s most up-and-coming neighborhoods. Home to many of the new tech companies and other start-ups flocking to San Francisco, the area is still fairly undeveloped. Many of its attractions center around three points: South Park, Yerba Buena and Folsom Street.

The neighborhood name comes from the area’s old nickname, “South of the Slot,” which referred to its location on the grittier side of the Market Street cable car line during the California Gold Rush. Today, find it a bustling area with a busy downtown vibe, largely following the city’s tech boom.

Enjoy a sunny day or people watch in the elliptical South Park, modeled after London’s Berkeley Square and New York’s Gramercy Park. Walk toward the waterfront promenade. Watch a ballgame at AT&T Park, home to the San Francisco Giants. Whether you’re a diehard fan of the Major League Baseball team or a casual observer, the ballpark is a delight for spectators. Enjoy its classic design and beautiful view across San Francisco Bay.

Investigate the world-class collections in San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, known as SFMOMA. The striking building with 21st-century additions is as interesting as the exhibits inside. See pieces by Jackson Pollock, Andy Warhol and Georgia O’Keeffe, among the 30,000 works in the collection.

Cross the street to Yerba Buena Gardens. Stroll through the beautiful gardens or go bowling or ice-skating. See the latest exhibit in the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts or take kids to Children’s Creativity Museum, formerly Zeum, an interactive technology museum.

Discover the exciting cultural scene of unique boutiques and restaurants around Eleventh and Folsom streets. Folsom Street is also home to the famous Folsom Street Fair, an annual celebration of the leather and fetish culture.

Find this sprawling area between Embarcadero and Eleventh Street, bounded between Market and Townsend streets. With its constant evolution, South of Market is always an interesting and entertaining place to visit.


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South of Market Hotel Deals

The Pickwick Hotel

The Pickwick Hotel

3.5 out of 5
85 5th St San Francisco CA
The price is ¥14,721 per night from Dec 7 to Dec 8
¥14,721
¥17,298 total
Dec 7 - Dec 8
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,015 reviews)
Clean, easy check-in, but lacking customer service.

Reviewed on Nov 15, 2025

The Pickwick Hotel
Soma House

Soma House

3.5 out of 5
121 7th Street San Francisco CA
The price is ¥15,126 per night from Nov 21 to Nov 22
¥15,126
¥20,893 total
Nov 21 - Nov 22
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (843 reviews)
the overall experience was very nice,qnd parking was super easy

Reviewed on Nov 10, 2025

Soma House
LUMA Hotel San Francisco

LUMA Hotel San Francisco

4 out of 5
100 Channel Street San Francisco CA
The price is ¥30,137 per night from Nov 25 to Nov 26
¥30,137
¥35,471 total
Nov 25 - Nov 26
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,338 reviews)
Great location really pretty nice newer hotel with great amenities fun rooftop bar… All the staff was great

Reviewed on Nov 12, 2025

LUMA Hotel San Francisco
InterContinental San Francisco by IHG

InterContinental San Francisco by IHG

4 out of 5
888 Howard Street San Francisco CA
The price is ¥23,955 per night from Nov 23 to Nov 24
¥23,955
¥34,561 total
Nov 23 - Nov 24
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,010 reviews)
Great check in. Room is clean , large with lovely views, comfy bed. Clean.

Reviewed on Nov 8, 2025

InterContinental San Francisco by IHG
Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco

Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco

5 out of 5
2 New Montgomery St San Francisco CA
The price is ¥44,371 per night from Nov 26 to Nov 27
¥44,371
¥52,223 total
Nov 26 - Nov 27
includes taxes & fees
Book a 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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
Everything was fantastic including the breakfast!

Reviewed on Nov 8, 2025

Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco
Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA

Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA

4 out of 5
50 3rd St San Francisco CA
The price is ¥25,514 per night from Dec 14 to Dec 15
¥25,514
¥36,199 total
Dec 14 - Dec 15
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,295 reviews)
It was good.

Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025

Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA
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Other neighborhoods around South of Market

Downtown San Francisco featuring railway items

Downtown San Francisco

3/5(1,084 area reviews)

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.

Downtown San Francisco
Union Square which includes a high rise building and a city

Union Square

4/5(5,164 area reviews)

Major tourist destination in downtown San Francisco, Union Square boasts shopping, hotels, and theaters. Explore department stores, boutiques, and galleries, or catch a performance at various theaters. Enjoy the Dewey Monument and stunning views from nearby hotels. Easily accessible via cable car lines, buses, and subway systems.

Union Square
Last light

Mission Bay

While you're in Mission Bay, take in top sights like Chase Center or Lucky Strike San Francisco, and hop on the metro to see more the city at UCSF/Chase Center Stop or Mission Rock Station.

Mission Bay
Chinatown which includes street scenes

Chinatown

4/5(268 area reviews)

Dragon's Gate and Ross Alley are top sights in Chinatown, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Chinatown-Rose Pak Stop or Powell St & Clay St Stop to see more sights in the area.

Chinatown
Financial District - Ferry Building

Financial District

4.5/5(1,246 area reviews)

Enjoy the popular shops in Financial District. Embarcadero Center is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at California St & Front St Stop or California St & Battery St Stop to see more of San Francisco.

Financial District
Nob Hill showing a city and street scenes

Nob Hill

4.5/5(1,100 area reviews)

Luxury hotels, historic mansions, and Michelin-starred restaurants abound in this upscale area. Explore Union Square shopping district, Grace Cathedral, and the SF Masonic Auditorium for a taste of culture and history.

Nob Hill


South of Market, CA