Location: Civic Center
Top Things to do in Civic Center
10 Things to do in Civic Center That You Shouldn't Miss
Every neighborhood in San Francisco has its own personality, from the hippie chic of the Upper Haight to the hipster grit of the Mission. The Marina district boasts trendy bistros and postcard-perfect views of the Golden Gate Bridge, while Noe Valley offers quaint and quiet boutiques. Wave hello to the sea lions at Pier 39, and sample local cheese and charcuterie at the Ferry Building. Sit in on a yoga session in Dolores Park or marvel at the Dutch Windmill across from Ocean Beach.
Restaurants in San Francisco
1. Hickory Alley Mural
2. SFJazz Center
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 73 reviews
Reviewed By WalnutBaron - San Francisco, United States
We saw Chris Botti and an amazing group of talented musicians in this wonderful venue on a Thursday night in early January. Botti said that--even though SFJazz is only 5 years old--it has already gained a reputation among professional musicians as one of the premier locations for sound quality, audience enthusiasm, and a high fun factor in all the world. The concert was the best we've ever attended, and we had a very intimate view of the stage and the musicians and their interaction with the audience. We will never forget our experience.
3. Herbst Theatre
4. Blessings Church of Cannabis
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 5 reviews
Blessings Ministries is a Rastafari church in the Civic Center offers an inviting space for members to practice their faith, share cannabis sacrament in a relaxed environment. Visit today and join the congregation. FREE cannabis for new members!
Reviewed By Dream754536
What a beautiful find and experience! Family and I visited SF and were so happy we found this spot. Rastafarian art and culture with friendly staff. Great flowers. Would highly recommend!
5. Asian Art Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,528 reviews
Spanning cultures from Turkey to India and China to the Philippines through 6,000 years, the collection provides a panorama of Asian art and culture. Included are over 18,000 objects ranging from tiny jades to monumental sculptures. Superb paintings, porcelains, arms and armor, furniture, textiles, and bronzes are featured.
Reviewed By geotech522
The Asian Art Museum is located in a very stately building that was formerly the City's Main Public Library in the Civic Center of San Francisco. Behind the doors of this impressive building is a collection of over 6,000 years of the most beautiful art from all over Asia. This museum has collections that cover the great civilizations of Asia. On the top (third) floor, the galleries feature South Asia, the Persian World and West Asia, Southeast Asia, the Himalayas and the Tibetian Buddhist World, and early China. The second floor continues with later China, Korea, and Japan. The first floor contains Special Exhibitions Gallery, a cafe and the Museum Store. The various collections are very comprehensive and contain some very precious exhibits. This one of the best museums of Asian Art in the US and the best on the West Coast.
6. Caroline H. Hume Concert Hall
7. San Francisco Opera
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 315 reviews
We have been thrilling audiences in San Francisco since 1923. We are known for commissioning numerous world premieres, training some of opera's greatest young artists and being one of the world's leading opera companies. Come visit us during our fall season (September - early December) or our summer season (late May - early July) and enjoy an incredible night out.
Reviewed By permia
When on our travels we always aim to attend an operatic presentation. Thus we were thrilled that Tosca was hosted during our time here. It was a marvellous performance, with quite an international ensemble. Impressive acoustics enhanced the soaring singing. A traditional staging, there was no hint of a modern setting. The opera house is imposing with a fine facade comprising Classical forms. Inside is gorgeous with the auditorium particularly attractive.
8. San Francisco Symphony
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 256 reviews
Presents and performs over 220 concerts annually, from September through July. In 2011-12 celebrates its 100th centennial season- learn more at our website.
Reviewed By Lubydubydoo
It hardly matters what the program is (though some are better than others) nor where you sit in the auditorium. You don't even have to be a classical music lover or know much about it. An evening at the symphony is a balm for your body, soul and heart. Treat yourself, relax and take in the sounds of perfection! At our most recent visit we listened to Handel's Messiah, which was magnificent. Can't wait to return this week for another wonderful performance.
9. San Francisco Ballet
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 145 reviews
Experience wonderful ballet performances from October through May.
Reviewed By 280richr - Tampa, United States
My wife and I were treated to a performance of the San Francisco Ballet. It was magic. The dancers were world class and the orchestra clearly among the best in the region. If you are looking for a night out to remember you will not be disappointed.
10. San Francisco City Hall
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,024 reviews
The dome of this venerable Government building is a replica of the one crowning St. Peter's Basilica in Rome.
Reviewed By duck8to - Montville, United States
It is one of the finest city halls I have ever seen. The original city hall was built in 1899 and was destroyed in the earthquake and fire of 1906. The present city hall was rebuilt between 1913-1916 it displays an impressive Beaux Arts architectural style. The massive dome in the rotunda is 307' tall some 40' higher then the rotunda in the Nation's Capitol. With a magnificent rotunda of marble and jaw dropping grand staircase this city hall with it's four floor is second to none. Today the San Francisco City Hall has been redesigned to adjust to a possible earthquake that shook it's foundation on October 17, 1989. The 7.1 earthquake moved the structure 4'' and repairs continued until 1999. A state of the art computer controlled LED lighting system was installed which is capable of producing a variety of light shows. If you are in San Francisco, It is a sight to behold. City hall has been the site of of many notable events. Joe D'Maggio married Marilyn Monroe at City Hall in January of 1954. Mascone and Milk were assassinated here in 1979 and the first same-sex marriage was performed here in 2004. It is a National Historic landmark. Docent tours were available pre-COVID-19 on Mon-Fri at 10am, 12pm and 2pm. The tours were 45 minutes long. Sign-up for the tours were at the kiosk Goodlet Place elevator lobby. Admission is free. If you do not want a docent tour, you can enter city hall on your own. I was there prior to COVID-19. Check their website for any COVID-19 rules.
