The East Side
San Francisco
Visit The East Side
Popular places to visit
San Bruno Point Park
Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore San Bruno Point Park, a lovely green space in South San Francisco. Amble around this vibrant area's seaside or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
Oracle Park
Whether or not you’re a baseball fan, this charming ballpark with outstanding views should be on your San Francisco sightseeing list.
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.
Golden Gate Park
This beloved park offers relaxation among trees, flowers and wildlife, right in San Francisco’s backyard.
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.
Things to do
California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission
Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
San Francisco: One day Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Tour
de Young Museum General Admission Ticket
San Francisco, Muir Woods, Sausalito and Optional Alcatraz Tour
Muir Woods and Sausalito 1/2 Day Tour (Small Group)
Top hotels in The East Side
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Oyster Point
"Great"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco Arpt North
"O"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
"The hotel was beautiful and the free breakfast was amazing. It was located within walking distance of Fisherman’s Warf so that made it convenient to leave my car in their parking structure and get to explore the area."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
"I stayed at Hilton Financial District in San Francisco with my family of four. We arrived around midday, and I do appreciate that the staff accommodated an early check-in by 1:30 PM, which was helpful after travel. However, I was quite surprised and disappointed to learn that our booking (made through ..."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
"Nice view & safe area"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel
"Old hotel - on the 6th floor could hear all the noise from the street - in need of dire restoration"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around The East Side
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.
Potrero Hill
The live music and architecture are just a few things visitors like about Potrero Hill. San Francisco Bay and Letterform Archive are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at 20th Street Station or 23rd Street Station to get around the larger area.
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.
Mission Bay
While you're in Mission Bay, take in top sights like Chase Center or Lefty O'Doul Bridge, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Mission Rock Station or UCSF/Chase Center Stop.
South of Market
Gourmet restaurants great entertainment and top sights from Oracle Park to San Francisco Bay – discover South of Market, a destination also famous for its shopping.
South Park
Oracle Park and Brannan Street Wharf are a few top attractions in South Park. Hop around the city on the metro at 2nd & King Station or Fourth-Brannan Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries.
