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Fisherman\'s Wharf showing a city and a marina

Fisherman's Wharf

4/5(38 area reviews)

This waterfront neighborhood dates back to the gold rush era and is a hub for tourist activities, sea lions and seafood restaurants.

Fisherman's Wharf
Downtown San Francisco featuring railway items

Downtown San Francisco

3/5(1,084 area reviews)

Known for its fascinating museums, popular shops, and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Downtown San Francisco. Top attractions like Oracle Park and Chase Center are major draws. Catch the metro at Market St & 5th St Stop or Market St & Taylor St Stop to see more of the city.

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

Union Square

4/5(5,164 area reviews)

Fashion puts on its finest face in one of the country’s largest shopping plazas.

Union Square
Downtown San Jose featuring heritage architecture

Downtown San Jose

4/5(936 area reviews)

Known for its fascinating museums and great live music, there's plenty to explore in Downtown San Jose. You can visit top attractions like San Pedro Square and St. Joseph Cathedral Basilica, and jump on the metro at Santa Clara Station or St James Station to see more of the city.

Downtown San Jose
South of Market featuring skyline, a city and city views

South of Market

3.5/5(3,655 area reviews)

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

South of Market
Western Addition showing a coastal town, heritage architecture and a house

Western Addition

4/5(453 area reviews)

In the span of a few blocks, find an array of attractions, from the Painted Ladies to the Fillmore Auditorium, in this diverse San Francisco neighborhood.

Western Addition

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