Civic Center Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Civic Center
Civic Center showing central business district, a monument and street scenes
Civic Center
Civic Center which includes an administrative building
Civic Center featuring a church or cathedral

You can go from a farmers market to a night at the theatre, with some food truck feasts in between, at San Fran’s Civic Centre.

A few blocks north of the intersection of Market Street and Van Ness Avenue is Civic Centre, a hub of activity and energy. The Asian Art Museum has items in their collection that dates back some 6,000 years . Shows at the Louise M. Davies Symphony Hall and War Memorial Opera House are mind-blowing. And of course, the White Chapel gin bar is the perfect place to knock a few back.

Popular places to visit

San Francisco which includes heritage architecture and a city

San Francisco City Hall

After visiting San Francisco City Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Francisco. Discover the fascinating museums and notable monuments in this vibrant area.

San Francisco City Hall
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - JAN 15: View of Market Street tourist area. San Francisco's 80% hotel occupancy has pushed average room rates above $155 per night on Jan 15, 2013 in San Francisco, Ca.; S

Orpheum Theatre

You can get tickets for a performance at Orpheum Theatre during your trip to San Francisco. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

Orpheum Theatre
San Francisco City Hall is Beaux-Arts architecture and located in the city's civic center.

Civic Center Plaza

Find out about the history of San Francisco when you spend time at Civic Center Plaza. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

Civic Center Plaza
San Francisco City Hall

United Nations Plaza

After visiting United Nations Plaza, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Francisco. Discover the entertainment choices and notable monuments in this vibrant area.

United Nations Plaza

Bill Graham Civic Auditorium

You can enjoy a show at Bill Graham Civic Auditorium on your trip to San Francisco. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and notable monuments in this vibrant area.

Bill Graham Civic Auditorium

Asian Art Museum of San Francisco

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Asian Art Museum of San Francisco during your trip to San Francisco. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.

Asian Art Museum of San Francisco

Activities

Golden Gate Bay Cruise Service: sail around Alcatraz!

Golden Gate Bay Cruise - Sail Around Alcatraz! (1-hour)

AU$54
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Golden Gate Bay Cruise - Sail Around Alcatraz! (1-hour)
California Academy of Sciences General Admission

California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission

AU$69
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission
Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 25+ Attractions

Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions

AU$147
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Alcatraz San Francisco Bay Cruise with Night Option

Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise

AU$197
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
San Francisco: One day Yosemite and Giant Sequoia Tour

San Francisco: One day Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Tour

AU$279
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
San Francisco: One day Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Tour
San Francisco City Lights Cruise

San Francisco City Lights Cruise (2-hours)

AU$82
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
San Francisco City Lights Cruise (2-hours)
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Our pick of the best Civic Center Hotel Deals

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

3.5 out of 5
1500 Van Ness Ave San Francisco CA
The price is AU$222 per night from 12 Apr to 13 Apr
AU$222
12 Apr - 13 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (5,443 reviews)
The property was very clean. It is located right next to a cable car stop.

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Handlery Union Square Hotel

Handlery Union Square Hotel

3.5 out of 5
351 Geary St San Francisco CA
The price is AU$241 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
AU$241
13 Apr - 14 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,939 reviews)
It's old... AC not great.. no amenities, no food or drink.. staff helpful.. parking charge well above other parking around the area.. queen room pretty small, not too updated, very plain, somewhat stodgy.. did not sleep well for 3 nights but could've been me... Great location

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026

Handlery Union Square Hotel
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

4 out of 5
2500 Mason St San Francisco CA
The price is AU$290 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
AU$290
13 Apr - 14 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (7,349 reviews)
la ubicacion y el servicio al cliente, son excelentes!!!!

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
YOTEL San Francisco

YOTEL San Francisco

3 out of 5
1095 Market St San Francisco CA
The price is AU$192 per night from 8 Apr to 9 Apr
AU$192
8 Apr - 9 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
Everything good. Neighborhood is scary.

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026

YOTEL San Francisco
Hilton San Francisco Financial District

Hilton San Francisco Financial District

4 out of 5
750 Kearny St San Francisco CA
The price is AU$212 per night from 19 Apr to 20 Apr
AU$212
19 Apr - 20 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness centre and Wi-Fi (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,542 reviews)
Convenient location, central enough to walk around Chinatown, towards Embarcadero, water front

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Hotel Julian

Hotel Julian

3 out of 5
940 Sutter Street San Francisco CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$172 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
AU$172
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Pier 39 and Oracle Park are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (683 reviews)
Hotel was conveniently located about 10-15 min walking to nearest bus stop or cable car. 1 king bed room we stayed had a good size bedroom and bathroom for two people. Location of the AC in the bedroom bothered us since it was installed above the bed with fans pointing towards the bed and it was ...

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026

Hotel Julian
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Other neighbourhoods around Civic Center

Downtown San Francisco featuring railway items

Downtown San Francisco

3/5(34 area reviews)

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.

Downtown San Francisco
South of Market which includes skyline, a city and a garden

South of Market

3.5/5(101 area reviews)

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.

South of Market
Union Square which includes a skyscraper and a city

Union Square

4/5(249 area reviews)

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.

Union Square
Nob Hill which includes a city and street scenes

Nob Hill

4/5(61 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants Chinatown and top sights from SF Masonic Auditorium to Cable Car Museum – discover Nob Hill, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Nob Hill
Alamo Square showing heritage architecture, a house and a coastal town

Western Addition

4.5/5(21 area reviews)

Alamo Square and Painted Ladies are top sights in Western Addition, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Duboce Avenue & Noe Street Station or Duboce Ave & Church St Stop to see more sights in the area.

Western Addition
Chinatown which includes street scenes

Chinatown

4/5(20 area reviews)

Enjoy the popular shops in Chinatown. St. Mary Square is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Chinatown-Rose Pak Stop or Powell St & Clay St Stop to see more of San Francisco.

Chinatown

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