Civic Center Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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

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 entertainment choices 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 art galleries 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 fascinating museums 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 fascinating museums and shops 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 fascinating museums 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$55
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$71
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission
San Francisco: One day Yosemite and Giant Sequoia Tour

San Francisco: One day Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Tour

AU$285
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
San Francisco: One day Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Tour
Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 25+ Attractions

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

AU$150
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$201
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
Alcatraz Ticket with Roundtrip Ferry & Hop-On Hop-Off

Alcatraz Island Ticket and Hop-on Hop-Off Bus Tour

AU$174
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Alcatraz Island Ticket and Hop-on Hop-Off Bus Tour
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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$206 per night from 16 Feb to 17 Feb
AU$206
16 Feb - 17 Feb
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (5,238 reviews)
We arrived early and was able to get an early check in. Checkout was a breeze.

Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
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$264 per night from 10 Feb to 11 Feb
AU$264
10 Feb - 11 Feb
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (7,321 reviews)
Stay was great. No issues encountered.

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

3 out of 5
701 3rd St San Francisco CA
The price is AU$300 per night from 13 Feb to 14 Feb
AU$300
13 Feb - 14 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,981 reviews)
Super Clean hotel. Staffs are all friendly and courteous.

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
Hilton San Francisco Financial District

Hilton San Francisco Financial District

4 out of 5
750 Kearny St San Francisco CA
The price is AU$199 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
AU$199
22 Feb - 23 Feb
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,377 reviews)
Room was clean and staff was nice! They answered all questions I had and were really helpful overall!

Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Comfort Inn by the Bay

Comfort Inn by the Bay

2.5 out of 5
2775 Van Ness Ave San Francisco CA
The price is AU$172 per night from 11 Feb to 12 Feb
AU$172
11 Feb - 12 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,304 reviews)
Stayed here for my birthday & it was just as amazing as my stay a few weeks ago! Very clean, nice bay view & the breakfast is great. I have to say- the young gentleman at the front with the curly hair has the patience of a saint. He was dealing with some very rude ladies & no matter the disrespect ...

Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

Comfort Inn by the Bay
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco

4 out of 5
424 Clay St San Francisco CA
The price is AU$213 per night from 6 Mar to 7 Mar
AU$213
6 Mar - 7 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,938 reviews)
It’s was great. I definitely recommend.

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
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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 Warfield Theatre 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
San Francisco City Skyline at Daytime

Theater District

4/5(23 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants great entertainment and top sights from SHN Curran Theatre to Marines Memorial Theater – discover Theater District, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Theater District
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 SOMA Pilipinas – 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(59 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(20 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

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