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

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

Activities


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$238 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
AU$238
10 Nov - 11 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,707 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay — the hotel had a welcoming atmosphere and the amenities were nice. The room was spacious and the bed was comfortable. The only thing that stood out was that it wasn’t quite as clean as I expected (a bit of dust and a few missed spots). Other than that, it was a good experience, ..."

Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel

Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel

3 out of 5
380 S Airport Boulevard, South San Francisco, CA
The price is AU$173 per night from 7 Nov to 8 Nov
AU$173
7 Nov - 8 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in South San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, a free airport shuttle, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,642 reviews)
"The property was older yet maintained very well. The entire staff from the front desk staff to the breakfast attendant were very kind and cordial. The mattress was very comfortable. Overall I would give them a B+ grade."

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025

Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG

Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG

3.5 out of 5
1177 Airport Blvd, Burlingame, CA
The price is AU$159 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$159
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Burlingame. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.6/10 Good! (2,304 reviews)
"Good Rooms with greate view"

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
Handlery Union Square Hotel

Handlery Union Square Hotel

3.5 out of 5
351 Geary St, San Francisco, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$247 per night from 31 Oct to 1 Nov
AU$247
31 Oct - 1 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,783 reviews)
"Love stay at this property when visiting San Francisco. Francisco is extremely close to all tourist attractions in Union Square clean customer service will return."

Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025

Handlery Union Square Hotel
Fairmont San Francisco

Fairmont San Francisco

5 out of 5
950 Mason Street Atop Nob Hill, San Francisco, CA
The price is AU$478 per night from 21 Nov to 22 Nov
AU$478
21 Nov - 22 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,403 reviews)
"Obviously, this is a historic, classic, original Fairmont hotel. Friendly staffs, and great services. I have absolutely nothing negative to say about this property. Firmaont San Francisco, enough said."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Fairmont San Francisco
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$257 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
AU$257
30 Oct - 31 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (7,027 reviews)
"I can't speak to whether it's healthy or not, but plentiful and plenty of options and it was nice to have an included breakfast. Not typical in US hotels"

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Civic Center

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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 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.

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 Chase Center – 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
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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
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
Chinatown which includes street scenes

Chinatown

4/5(20 area reviews)

Enjoy the popular shops in Chinatown. Dragon's Gate 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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