Civic Center Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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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.

Stay near popular Civic Center attractions

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San Francisco City Hall

8.6/10 (653 reviews)
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.
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Activities

Golden Gate Bay Cruise Service: sail around Alcatraz!

Golden Gate Bay Cruise - Sail Around Alcatraz!

AU$56
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Golden Gate Bay Cruise - Sail Around Alcatraz!
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
Alcatraz Inside tour with Round trip ferry & Audio App Packages

Alcatraz Inside tour with Round trip ferry & Audio App Packages

AU$124
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Alcatraz Inside tour with Round trip ferry & Audio App Packages
Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 25+ Attractions

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

AU$141
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
San Francisco: One day Yosemite and Giant Sequoia Tour

San Francisco: One day Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Tour

AU$290
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

AU$83
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
San Francisco City Lights Cruise
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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$202 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
AU$202
29 Nov - 30 Nov
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! (6,467 reviews)
"Good location in San Francisco. Public transportation was easily available. Great to have a parking garage onsite. We paid in advance."

Reviewed on 6 Nov 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$261 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
AU$261
8 Nov - 9 Nov
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! (7,736 reviews)
"They do NOT disclose the 14% Occupancy Tax until checkout. $200 extra dollars for TWO NIGHTS."

Reviewed on 6 Nov 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Hilton San Francisco Union Square

Hilton San Francisco Union Square

4 out of 5
333 O'Farrell St. San Francisco CA
The price is AU$256 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
AU$256
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,881 reviews)
"Centrally located, very clean and comfortable. Check in and check out were easy too."

Reviewed on 6 Nov 2026

Hilton San Francisco Union Square
FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill

FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill

2 out of 5
1075 Sutter St San Francisco CA
The price is AU$122 per night from 2 Dec to 3 Dec
AU$122
2 Dec - 3 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and Netflix. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,032 reviews)
"For a comfortable stay that's affordable, this is a good choice. There's an excellent restaurant Eastern European, Dacha, for a little more elevated dining than the fried food places that were more common, and it's a few steps from the hotel front door. Delicious but more expensive than I would have ..."

Reviewed on 6 Nov 2026

FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

3.5 out of 5
68 Monarch Bay Dr San Leandro CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$156 per night from 7 Dec to 8 Dec
AU$156
7 Dec - 8 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in San Leandro. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel

Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel

4 out of 5
55 Cyril Magnin St San Francisco CA
The price is AU$249 per night from 21 Nov to 22 Nov
AU$249
21 Nov - 22 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful ...
Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel
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Our guide on where to stay in Civic Center

Find the best Civic Center areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Civic Center
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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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