Visit Laurel Heights
Popular places to visit
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.
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 Bridge
This iconic bridge, with its distinctive burnished red colour, is probably one of the world’s most instantly recognisable landmarks.
Oracle Park
Whether or not you’re a baseball fan, this charming ballpark with outstanding views should be on your San Francisco sightseeing list.
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 notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Alcatraz Island
Home to the world’s most notorious prison, tour this famous landmark to understand why it gained its reputation as such a cold and unforgiving place.
Activities
California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Alcatraz Island Ticket and Hop-on Hop-Off Bus Tour
San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)
Our pick of the best Laurel Heights Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Reviewed on 30 Jul. 2025
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Reviewed on 30 Jul. 2025
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Reviewed on 31 Jul. 2025
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
Reviewed on 28 Jul. 2025
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Reviewed on 28 Jul. 2025
InterContinental Mark Hopkins by IHG
Reviewed on 28 Jul. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Laurel Heights
Pacific Heights
Take time in Pacific Heights to visit attractions like Van Ness Avenue and Mrs. Doubtfire House. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at California St & Van Ness Ave Stop to see more of the city.
Western Addition
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.
Presidio
If you're spending some time in Presidio, Crissy Field and Walt Disney Family Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Cow Hollow
Gourmet restaurants a bustling marina and top sights from Union Street to Van Ness Avenue – discover Cow Hollow, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Marina District
The beautiful waterfront views and popular shops are just a few highlights of Marina District. Make a stop by San Francisco Bay or Chestnut Street while you're exploring the area.
Eureka Valley
While you're in Eureka Valley, take in top sights like Castro Street or Castro Theatre, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Castro Station or 17th St & Castro St Stop.
- Golden Gate Park
- Pier 39
- Golden Gate Bridge
- Oracle Park
- Chase Center
- San Francisco Bay
- Alcatraz Island
- Presidio of San Francisco
- Jack London Square
- Lombard Street
- Muir Woods National Monument
- University of California
- University of San Francisco
- Ocean Beach
- San Francisco Museum of Modern Art
- Bill Graham Civic Auditorium
- Ghirardelli Square
- Point Reyes National Seashore
- California Academy of Sciences