Location: SoMa
Top Things to do in SoMa
What to do and see in SoMa, California (CA): The Best Things to do
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. Children's Creativity Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 84 reviews
The Children's Creativity Museum is a hands-on multi-media art and technology experience for children ages 2-12 and their families. Exhibits encourage visitors to Imagine, Create and Share as they make their own stop-motion animation movie, take the Mystery Box Challenge, visit the Tech Lab to code robots, or experiment with instruments and sound in the Making Music exhibition. Our youngest visitors let their imagination run wild in the Imagination Lab.
Reviewed By PaulB476 - Minneapolis, United States
Great place for kids with a lot of fun things to do (especially on a rainy day when we were there). Staff were very nice and clearly enjoyed what they were doing. Pretty reasonable for a few hours of entertainment as well. Note: cheap (and good) food options just across the street at the Metreon food plaza.
3. San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,041 reviews
SFMOMA is one of San Francisco’s must-see destinations, located within walking distance of Union Square. Explore seven floors of extraordinary art, including world-class exhibitions, the largest living wall in the U.S., and breathtaking city views from outdoor gardens and terraces. Save time and pre-purchase tickets (admission is free for visitors 18 and under), or reserve a unique private guided tour experience in advance. Free public tours and audio guides are available onsite. Effective immediately, SFMOMA will offer free admission to Federal Employees who show their federally issued ID. This is for adult admission and does not include a +1.
Reviewed By TravelRealize - San Jose, United States
When I heard about the exhibition on the effervescent pop art of Andy Warhol at the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art or SFMOMA, I turned to the pop art maestro for inspiration and motivation to keep on creating. . Warhol, like every great artist, questioned the status-quo, reflected on the societal conditions from different perspectives, remained open to new ideas and concepts and followed the work of contemporary artists. . Thank you SFMOMA for putting up such a brilliant and enriching exhibition. If you live in or are visiting the San Francisco Bay Area, I highly recommend visiting SFMOMA. Gift yourself a day brimmed with joy amidst art, ideas, and beauty. . To read more about this exhibition, please visit my blog - Travel Realizations
4. Oracle Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 7,075 reviews
Home of the San Francisco Giants Major League baseball team.
Reviewed By CeraphinL - Rogers, United States
I come to a game at least once a year and I live in SoCal. This is one of the best parks in baseball, every seat is great, the food is amazing, garlic fries, tri-tip sandwiches, Ghirardelli Chocolate, Sierra Nevada and much more. Also if you have Clear you can get in the park fast.
5. 111 Minna Gallery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 13 reviews
For nearly 20 years 111 Minna Gallery has been in the business of art and leisure, consistently winning awards for best art gallery, best bar, and best happy hour. We host a diverse array of events; from art openings, book readings, and film screenings, to bands and DJs, to product launches and corporate shindigs. 4700sqft with two bars and two rooms, we also do private events for groups of 50-500. There is something for everyone. Please check our website to see our calendar of upcoming events!
Reviewed By irenebU7226AR
Cute Gallery with wonderful staff. Enjoy the calm atmosphere and the fantastic Art from a verity of artists
6. Press Club
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 28 reviews
Press Club, a wine bar and lounge, offers California’s finest wines and beers in a sophisticated, social atmosphere. Press Club's menu of seasonal small plates and thoughtful pairings offers the ultimate wine experience in one of San Francisco's most notable destinations. Visitors can socialize, taste wine and share small plates in the luxurious wine tasting cellar at the foot of the Four Seasons Hotel.This San Francisco wine bar, located two blocks from both Union Square and the Moscone Convention Center, is the most authentic wine tasting venue in San Francisco. Each month an artisan vintner is featured at Press Club. Visitors can try wines directly from the winemaker on select evenings, which are posted on the events calendar on our website.Press Club's award-winning architecture makes it a perfect place for wine tasting receptions, corporate events, private parties, wedding receptions and more. See the Events section of our website for more info, or to submit an event inquiry.
7. San Francisco Flower Mart
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 16 reviews
SFFM is one of only five grower-owned wholesale flower market in the U.S. We are the one-stop floral source for Northern California. Over 50 individual vendors answer all your floral needs. Variety is what sets us apart from all others.
Reviewed By lynnf95
If you like flowers, treat yourself to this treasure. It's one of only a few large wholesale flower markets in the country, and is contained down the length and part of the width of a city block. It's spectacular! I've gone to this market for decades to buy flowers wholesale. Fortunately, part of the market stays open to the public after wholesale hours. There are many small businesses within the market, including local growers. Some specialize in particular flowers. Several supply houses offer the widest array of vases you may ever see. Packed carefully, you can put some in your carry-on luggage. I often travel with flowers, and never have a problem. If anything, the TSA employees compliment me on them. This market represents to me hard working entrepreneurs who care about their product. Flowers are a tough business, with I think not a big profit margin .. And now housing has encroached on this location. Very fortunately, a number of vendors have aligned and negotiated with the developer to retain the Flower Market on part of this site, even with housing and whatever else is planned. (They also fought hard for as smart of a development as they could get, and were successful in stopping an earlier, less conscious plan.) Bring cash .. don't add an unnecessary percentage to the vendors, many of whom may not take credit cards anyway. Enjoy the café and the snack bar at the corner too. This really is a special place that even a lot of locals have never seen. Because they aren't reading reviews like this on Trip Advisor!
8. 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.
