Friendly Acres Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Friendly Acres
Popular places to visit
The Foundry
Catch an event at The Foundry and enjoy other activities in Redwood City such as hiking.Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Oracle Park
Whether or not you’re a baseball fan, this charming ballpark with outstanding views should be on your San Francisco sightseeing list.
Golden Gate Bridge
This iconic bridge, with its distinctive burnished red colour, is probably one of the world’s most instantly recognisable landmarks.
Pier 39
This waterfront attraction offers all the fun of a traditional pier with rides, street performances and entertainment courtesy of a colony of resident sea lions!
Golden Gate Park
This wonderful park is a haven away from the hustle and bustle of the busy city. Come here to relax, enjoy the scenery, breathe in the air and watch the wildlife.
Moscone Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Moscone Convention Center, a top convention centre in San Francisco. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this vibrant area.
Activities
Golden Gate Bay Cruise - Sail Around Alcatraz! (1-hour)
California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission
Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
San Francisco: One day Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Tour
Alcatraz Island Ticket and Hop-on Hop-Off Bus Tour
Our pick of the best Friendly Acres Hotel Deals
Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
We stayed just one night for a flight the next day. It was such a lovely hotel. It is within a couple of miles of the airport, but it was quiet. I liked their climate control system. No noisy air or heating. The bed was extremely comfortable, and the breakfast was more than adequate. The airport ...
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport
Amazing
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Good Nite Inn - Redwood City
Everything was good
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco South Airport Blvd
I loved everything about the place, the stay, the employees where super nice. The only complaint I had was the whole building had a loud buzzing noise and it shook in motion like I was on a cruise ship the whole time. They moved me from the 5th floor which was really bad to the 3rd floor but it still ...
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North
It was close to the airport and easy to find. However, it wasn't the cleanest place I've stayed at
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
The Westin San Francisco Airport
lovely stay. convenient. treated well by staff.
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Friendly Acres
Bernal Heights
Appreciated for its bars and architecture, you might consider exploring Bernal Heights. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Esmeralda Slide Park, and jump on the metro at 30th St & Dolores St Stop or San Jose Ave & Randall St Stop to get around the city.
Potrero Hill
The live music and architecture are just a few things visitors like about Potrero Hill. San Francisco Bay and Museum of Craft & Design are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at 20th Street Station or 23rd Street Station to get around the larger area.
Noe Valley
Appreciated for its churches and architecture, you might consider exploring Noe Valley. Check out the variety of things to see and do like 22nd St Hill, and jump on the metro at Church St & Clipper St Stop or Church St & 24th St Stop to get around the city.
Mission District
You might enjoy the bars while in Mission District. SOMA Pilipinas is a notable sight, and you can get around town at 16th Street Mission Station or 24th Street Mission Station to see more of the city.
South Park
Oracle Park and Brannan Street Wharf are a few top attractions in South Park. Hop around the city on the metro at 2nd & King Station or Fourth-Brannan Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries.
South of Market
Gourmet restaurants great entertainment and top sights from Oracle Park to SOMA Pilipinas – discover South of Market, a destination also famous for its shopping.
