Location: Downtown San Francisco
Top Things to do in Downtown San Francisco
Top 10 Sights & Landmarks in Downtown San Francisco, California (CA)
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. Autodesk Gallery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 31 reviews
The Autodesk Gallery will be closed on the following dates: Christmas and New Years, December 24, 2018 - January 1, 2019 Presidents' Day, February 18, 2019
2. Filbert Steps
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 581 reviews
A 284 foot wooden-step walkway leading up to the top of Telegraph Hill.
Reviewed By haleyd245
Amazing experience! I loved watching the wild parrots fly overhead. We also saw a bunch of plants of all kinds, if you’re a nature lover you’d love this little oasis in the middle of the city! We went down the steps from coit tower, I’d definitely recommend walking down them rather than up lol. There are a bunch of stairs!
3. Glide Memorial United Methodist Church
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 138 reviews
This church is known for its pastor, Cecil Williams, whose sermons never fail to thrill.
Reviewed By TV2451
Very important church that is fundamental to the delivery of social services to those in need as well as spiritual uplift. Long the home of great leaders in the community. Wonderful place. And the church is a lovely building.
4. 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.
5. Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial and Waterfall
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 72 reviews
Reviewed By wormhog
I’m not sure why, but I can’t even talk about this monument without tearing up. For starters, it’s a beautiful location and the sound of the water flowing over the stone becomes more noticeable the closer you get. It draws you in to the area under the monument. I can get this far without tears but when I talk about the quote found underneath, my own waterworks start. Every time. "No, no, we are not satisfied and we will not be satisfied until justice rolls down like water and righteousness like a mighty stream." I used to live in San Francisco and Yerba Buena gardens is my happy place. I find this memorial powerful and beautiful.
6. Saint Boniface Catholic Church
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By TV2451
I give my high rating because of this parish's terrific programs for the low income people who live here. Very dedicated staff here. The church is simple, noble, important.
7. Notre Dame Des Victoires Church
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 27 reviews
Reviewed By mini - Fremont, United States
I visited Notre Dame Des Victoires Church in San Francisco. It is a Roman Catholic Church. The church was founded in 1856 to service the French Catholic Immigrants during the Gold Rush.
8. Book Passage
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 13 reviews
Reviewed By HDinSocal - Los Angeles, United States
Wander through to the back of the Ferry Building and you'll find this delightful little bookstore. Despite it's small size, it boasts a great choice of books, cards and gifts to please the book lover. If you're searching for a book about the local area, you need look no further. There's also a cute children's book section. What's not to love about the trolley outside, where you can buy used books, too. Come on people, support your local bookstore - don't let the online giants win the book wars.
9. Salesforce Transit Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 44 reviews
Salesforce Transit Center is a landmark for the San Francisco Bay Area. A sociable, open space for people to gather, it’s grand and bold in design, yet built for simply having a good time. This striking, innovative, and sustainable building transforms a transportation hub into an urban experience, complete with a gondola, and topped off by a 5.4-acre rooftop park open to the sky.
Reviewed By TV2451
The rooftop gardens have become one of San Francisco's great treasures. Walk around, read the descriptions of the plants and trees, admire the new soaring skyscrapers all around, sit on a bench and eat your lunch. It's all here. Down below is a relatively empty bus terminal, waiting for bus service.
