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

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
Orpheum Theatre

Orpheum Theatre

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

Orpheum Theatre
Asian Art Museum of San Francisco

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 art galleries and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.

Asian Art Museum of San Francisco
Louise Davies Symphony Hall

Louise Davies Symphony Hall

You can make plans for a show at Louise Davies Symphony Hall during your trip to San Francisco. Take in the acclaimed theatre scene and beautiful sunsets in this vibrant area.

Louise Davies Symphony Hall
Civic Center Plaza

Civic Center Plaza

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

Civic Center Plaza
United Nations Plaza

United Nations Plaza

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

United Nations Plaza

Activities

California Academy of Sciences General Admission

California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission

AU$74
per adult
84% 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$157
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Alcatraz Ticket with Roundtrip Ferry & Hop-On Hop-Off

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

AU$181
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Alcatraz Island Ticket and Hop-on Hop-Off Bus Tour
Golden Gate Bridge at sunset in San Francisco

California Sunset Cruise (2-hours)

AU$88
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
California Sunset Cruise (2-hours)
San Francisco GoCar Tour

GoCar San Francisco Tour

AU$150
per traveller
96% of travellers recommend
GoCar San Francisco Tour
Golden Gate Bridge at night

San Francisco Night Tour

AU$80
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
San Francisco Night 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$225 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
AU$225
9 Nov - 10 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! (4,690 reviews)
"Price was high but had everything we needed."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Hilton San Francisco Financial District

Hilton San Francisco Financial District

4 out of 5
750 Kearny St, San Francisco, CA
The price is AU$231 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
AU$231
30 Oct - 31 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness center, and WiFi (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,875 reviews)
"Room was clean but not the best lighting. Bathroom is a little outdated. Prices for the room + parking in the garage were up there which wasn’t surprising but overall I would stay there again because it’s walkable to many cafes/restaurants etc"

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
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$302 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
AU$302
30 Oct - 31 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (6,984 reviews)
"Breakfast was great for us with alot of choice . We found the location excellent. We actually walked to the cruise ship port rather than Uber because it was so close !"

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Hyatt Regency San Francisco

Hyatt Regency San Francisco

4 out of 5
5 Embarcadero Center, San Francisco, CA
The price is AU$397 per night from 17 Oct to 18 Oct
AU$397
17 Oct - 18 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,941 reviews)
"Everything was excellent. We checked in late so they allowed us to check out late. Friendly ppl"

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Hyatt Regency San Francisco
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$152 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$152
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! (2,286 reviews)
"Hotel is average, im sure once it opened it was creme of the crop. Pool was okay, they have a hut tub. Room key never worked to get out of the sorting lot"

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
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$189 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$189
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,658 reviews)
"Greg was very friendly and had great energy. 10/10 stay."

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
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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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