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 in Moscone Convention Center, a top convention centre 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
California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission
Alcatraz Island Tour Package
Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Alcatraz Island Ticket and Hop-on Hop-Off Bus Tour
de Young Museum General Admission Ticket
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
Top hotels in Panhandle
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Best ever thank you
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Very nice
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Clean room and great breakfast buffet. Staff at front desk were friendly and helpful. Great location and walking distance to Pier 39. Would stay again!
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
The staffs are friendly and helpful. But the building and facilities are a bit old
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Fairmont San Francisco
Beautiful Christmas decorations and beautiful rooms. Beds were very comfortable.
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Room is excellent
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Panhandle
Western Addition
Alamo Square and Painted Ladies are top sights in Western Addition, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Duboce Avenue & Noe Street Station or Duboce Ave & Church St Stop to see more sights in the area.
Pacific Heights
Take time in Pacific Heights to visit attractions like Van Ness Avenue and Mrs. Doubtfire House. 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.
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.
Cow Hollow
Gourmet restaurants a bustling marina and top sights from Union Street to Van Ness Avenue – discover Cow Hollow, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Mission District
You might enjoy the bars while in Mission District. SOMA Pilipinas is a notable sight, and you can get around town at 16th Street Mission Station or 24th Street Mission Station to see more of the city.
Golden Gate
If you're spending time in Golden Gate, check out sights like San Francisco Botanical Garden or Japanese Tea Garden and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Irving St & 9th Ave Stop or Irving St & 8th Ave Stop.
Panhandle
- Golden Gate Park
- Moscone Convention Center
- Chase Center
- Alcatraz Island
- Lombard Street
- Presidio of San Francisco
- Muir Woods National Monument
- University of California
- University of San Francisco
- Point Reyes National Seashore
- Bill Graham Civic Auditorium
- Palace of Fine Arts
- Ghirardelli Square
- Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum
