Financial District

San Francisco
Financial District - Ferry Building
Mingle with businesspeople in the excellent bars and restaurants of this neighborhood where there is a large concentration of corporate headquarters.

San Francisco’s Financial District is the city’s business hub and is home to the headquarters of several Fortune 500 companies as well as upscale hotels. Gaze up at the Transamerica Pyramid, an iconic 48-story skyscraper. Shop for upscale fashionable clothing, beauty products, jewelry and accessories in this busy neighborhood.

Come here during the week and join the suited businesspeople making their way down the sidewalks. Look up at the cluster of sky-high towers that line the streets. Among them is the 850-foot (260-meter) tall Transamerica Pyramid, an imposing structure that can be seen from across the city. Enter the visitor center and watch a short film about the building’s construction.

Buy tickets to a show at the Punch Line Comedy Club. This intimate theater showcases underground talent as well as well-known headline comedians.

Walk to the Ferry Building Marketplace from the Financial District in less than 10 minutes. This wonderful marketplace sells a varied range of high-quality produce. Purchase books, ceramics, fruits, nuts, fine wines and many more items. This marketplace also features cafés selling premium hand-picked Chinese teas and specialty coffees.

Find Union Square just a 10-minute walk southwest of the Financial District. This public square is one of the main shopping destinations in the city. Browse local artworks, antiques, high-end fashionable clothing and beauty products. Cafés, wine bars and trendy restaurants also border the plaza.

San Francisco’s Financial District borders one of the largest and oldest Chinatowns in North America. Survey buildings decorated in ornate gold dragons and dine in some of the best Chinese restaurants in San Francisco. Chinatown also hosts cultural events, including lion dances and flower fairs, throughout the year.

The Financial District is about 13 miles (21 kilometers) from San Francisco International Airport. Ride Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) trains to MontgomeryStreet Station. Private parking lots are available in the district.

Experience fine dining and shopping in the city’s financial and corporate center.


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Top hotels in Financial District

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
4 out of 5
750 Kearny St, San Francisco, CA
The price is HK$784 per night from 14 Apr to 15 Apr
HK$784
per night
14 Apr - 15 Apr
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy breakfast, WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,888 reviews)
"Convenient location"

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2024

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
4 out of 5
424 Clay St, San Francisco, CA
The price is HK$844 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
HK$844
per night
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,628 reviews)
"Staff were so warm and welcoming. Check-in/check-out process was quick and efficient. Hotel is a convenient 10 minute walk to Chinatown, Ferry Building and California cable car/transit access. Financial district is quiet on weekends so a big plus in my book!"

Reviewed on 27 Mar 2024

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
4 out of 5
5 Embarcadero Center, San Francisco, CA
The price is HK$1,401 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
HK$1,401
per night
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,842 reviews)
"We loved this Hotel. It is clean, walking distance to restaurants, coffee shops, malls, etc. 🤗We are definitely coming back soon."

Reviewed on 27 Mar 2024

Hyatt Regency San Francisco
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 HK$1,763 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
HK$1,763
per night
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Stay at this historic hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy 2 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,009 reviews)
"Very accommodating and friendly staff, rooms were clean and comfortable beds!"

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2024

Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco
Omni San Francisco Hotel
Omni San Francisco Hotel
4.5 out of 5
500 California St, San Francisco, CA
The price is HK$1,675 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
HK$1,675
per night
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and room service. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,007 reviews)
"The hotel decor reminds me of beautiful hotels I stayed in as a child in San Francisco. It is well maintained and has all the amenities I needed. The staff is incredible. They anticipated all my needs, were personable, informative and very helpful. Every single staff member went out of their way ..."

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2024

Omni San Francisco Hotel
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway, an IHG Hotel
3.5 out of 5
1500 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA
The price is HK$979 per night from 9 Apr to 10 Apr
HK$979
per night
9 Apr - 10 Apr
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and onsite parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,361 reviews)
"The property is located at a walking distance from Japan town and retail stores. Restaurants are also nearby."

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2024

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway, an IHG Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Financial District

Chinatown showing street scenes

Chinatown

3.5/5(8 area reviews)

Enjoy the popular shops in Chinatown. Chinatown Alleyways is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Chinatown-Rose Pak Stop or Powell St & Clay St Stop to see more of San Francisco.

Chinatown
Union Square featuring a skyscraper and a city

Union Square

4/5(287 area reviews)

Known for its charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Union Square. Check out top attractions like Westin St Francis Hotel Glass Elevators and Union Square, and jump on the metro at Powell St & Geary Blvd Stop or Powell St & Post St Stop to see more of the city.

Union Square
North Beach which includes skyline and a city

North Beach

4.5/5(129 area reviews)

Travellers love North Beach for its popular shops, and you can see more of San Francisco by jumping on the metro at Columbus Ave & Lombard St Stop or Columbus Ave & Chestnut St Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Pier 39 and San Francisco Bay.

North Beach
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Downtown San Francisco

3/5(52 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
Nob Hill showing street scenes and a city

Nob Hill

4.5/5(78 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants Chinatown and top sights from Grace Cathedral to SF Masonic Auditorium – discover Nob Hill, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Nob Hill
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South Beach

South Beach is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Oracle Park and San Francisco Bay. See more of San Francisco by jumping on the metro at 2nd & King Station or King St & 2nd St Stop.

South Beach


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