Bayfront Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Bayfront
Stay near popular Bayfront attractions
Activities
Pacific Coast Highway App-Based Driving Audio Tour Bundle
2hr. SUNSET Sailing Experience on San Francisco Bay
Beginner Surfing Lesson - Pacifica or Santa Cruz
Beginner Surfing in San Francisco at Pacifica Beach
San Francisco to Kings Canyon and Yosemite 2 Day Tour
San Francisco to Zion, Bryce, and Grand Canyon 4 Day Tour
Our pick of the best Bayfront Hotel Deals
Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront
"Staff was friendly. We were able to check in early. Airport shuttle was convenient."
Reviewed on 31 Aug 2026
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
"The room was clean and the ac was nice and cooling. I didn’t try the breakfast. The parking was $24 a night."
Reviewed on 31 Aug 2026
Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
"The hotel lobby is very nice and clean but the room needed better cleaning and the bed quilt was torn and shabby. Bed pillows were not comfortable. Bought pillows at a local Costco just to get a decent night's sleep. Disappointing experience. Staff members were cordial but not friendly."
Reviewed on 31 Aug 2026
San Francisco Airport Marriott Waterfront
"Great location near SFO airport, shuttle service a plus and excellent service."
Reviewed on 31 Aug 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront
DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport
"Convenient to SFO, takes about 10 minutes and shuttles run every 15 min most hours."
Reviewed on 30 Aug 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Bayfront
Fisherman's Wharf
Travellers love Fisherman's Wharf for its popular shops, and you can see more of San Francisco by jumping on the metro at Jones St and Beach St Stop or Jefferson St & Taylor St Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Pier 39 and San Francisco Bay.
Union Square
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.
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 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.
South of Market
Gourmet restaurants great entertainment and top sights from Oracle Park to Chase Center – discover South of Market, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Nob Hill
Gourmet restaurants Chinatown and top sights from SF Masonic Auditorium to Cable Car Museum – discover Nob Hill, a destination also famous for its shopping.
