North Central, CA
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Popular places to visit

Golden Gate Park
This beloved park offers relaxation among trees, flowers and wildlife, right in San Francisco’s backyard.

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.

Golden Gate Bridge
Cars trundle across it and ships sail under it, but the best way to experience this iconic bridge is on foot.

Oracle Park
Whether or not you’re a baseball fan, this charming ballpark with outstanding views should be on your San Francisco sightseeing list.

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 notable monuments in this vibrant area.

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

San Francisco: Skip-the-Line 1-Hour Bay Cruise by Boat

San Francisco: Flyer Theater, 7D Ride & Laser Maze Combo

San Francisco: Inside Alcatraz Tour with Bay Cruise

California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission
North Central Hotel Deals

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Reviewed on Jul 24, 2025

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Reviewed on Jul 24, 2025

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Reviewed on Jul 21, 2025

Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Reviewed on Jul 22, 2025

InterContinental Mark Hopkins by IHG
Reviewed on Jul 22, 2025

Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
Reviewed on Jul 23, 2025
Other neighborhoods around North Central

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 San Francisco Public Library.

Eureka Valley
If you're spending time in Eureka Valley, check out sights like Castro Street or Castro Theatre and hop on the metro to see more the city at Castro Station or 17th St & Castro St Stop.

South of Market
Oracle Park and Chase Center 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.

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.

Outer Sunset
When in Outer Sunset and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Ocean Beach or San Francisco Botanical Garden and hop on the metro to see more the city at Judah St & 34th Ave Stop or Judah Street & Sunset Boulevard Station.
- Stanford University
- Golden Gate Park
- Pier 39
- Golden Gate Bridge
- Oracle Park
- Chase Center
- Moscone Convention Center
- Alcatraz Island
- Presidio of San Francisco
- Jack London Square
- Googleplex
- Lombard Street
- Stanford University Medical Center
- Shoreline Amphitheatre
- San Francisco State University
- Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum
- Oakland Arena
- University of San Francisco
- Ocean Beach
- San Mateo County Event Center
- Embarcadero Center
- San Francisco Museum of Modern Art
- Berkeley Marina
- Bill Graham Civic Auditorium
- Ghirardelli Square
- UCSF Medical Center
- Kaiser Permanente Medical Center