Bair Island Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Oracle Park
Whether or not you’re a baseball fan, this charming ballpark with outstanding views should be on your San Francisco sightseeing list.
Golden Gate Bridge
This iconic bridge, with its distinctive burnished red colour, is probably one of the world’s most instantly recognisable landmarks.
Pier 39
This waterfront attraction offers all the fun of a traditional pier with rides, street performances and entertainment courtesy of a colony of resident sea lions!
Golden Gate Park
This wonderful park is a haven away from the hustle and bustle of the busy city. Come here to relax, enjoy the scenery, breathe in the air and watch the wildlife.
Moscone Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Moscone Convention Center, a top convention centre in San Francisco. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this vibrant area.
Alcatraz Island
Home to the world’s most notorious prison, tour this famous landmark to understand why it gained its reputation as such a cold and unforgiving place.
Activities
Golden Gate Bay Cruise - Sail Around Alcatraz! (1-hour)
California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission
California Sunset Cruise (2-hours)
Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
San Francisco: One day Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Tour
Our pick of the best Bair Island Hotel Deals
Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
The hotel was very nice. A little dated, but the room was large. It did bot have a suitcase holder, so the suitcase was on the floor. Breakfast was good.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North
You get what you pay for, but even with low expectations this stay was disappointing. I only needed a room for about 10 hours between travel and simply wanted somewhere clean and safe to rest. To be fair, the shuttle driver was very nice and the front desk staff was friendly and efficient. Unfortunately ...
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel
This is our go to place when we have a layover in SFO. Nice rooms, great breakfast, perfect for our family. The airport shuttle is also super helpful. Highly recommended!
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Sonesta Silicon Valley
Susan at the front desk is Awesome!! The housekeeping is great!
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco South Airport Blvd
Room and common areas are clean. Room was updated. Sink drain seemed to have been backed up water took some time to go down and air conditioner wasn’t cooling the room but thankfully I can open the window. But being next to the airport it was loud with window open. Only stayed there for our last ...
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
Breakfast was ok.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Bair Island
Potrero Hill
The live music and architecture are just a few things visitors like about Potrero Hill. San Francisco Bay and Museum of Craft & Design 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.
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.
Mission District
You might enjoy the bars while in Mission District. San Francisco Public Library 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.
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.
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.
Downtown San Francisco
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 San Francisco Bay are major draws. Catch the metro at Market St & 5th St Stop or Market St & Taylor St Stop to see more of the city.
