Marina District Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Marina District featuring heritage architecture as well as a small group of people
Marina District featuring heritage architecture as well as a small group of people
Marina District featuring heritage architecture
Marina District which includes heritage architecture
Marina District

You’ll find a lot of fit folks running and biking in the Marina District. This will give you some idea of the appeal of this waterside locale.

Sitting on the site of the 1915 Panama-Pacific International Exposition, the Marina District is a jewel in a treasure box of a city. Stroll down Marina Boulevard and take in unobstructed views of the Golden Gate Bridge before wandering through the historic buildings at Fort Mason. The buildings now house coffee shops, museums and restaurants. But the belle of the ball is the Palace of Fine Arts—the only building leftover from the 1915 exposition.

Popular places to visit

Palace of Fine Arts which includes heritage architecture and a pond

Palace of Fine Arts

This fabulous palace, inspired by Roman architecture is a fascinating modern renaissance piece and home to San Francisco’s centre of fine arts and science.

Palace of Fine Arts
Fort Mason

Fort Mason

You can find out about the history of San Francisco when you stop by Fort Mason. Discover the beautiful sunsets and shops in this vibrant area.

Fort Mason
Marina Green

Marina Green

After visiting Marina Green, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Francisco. Stroll along the seaside or discover the beautiful sunsets in this vibrant area.

Marina Green
Chestnut Street

Chestnut Street

During your visit to San Francisco, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Chestnut Street. Visit the charming cafes or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Chestnut Street

Aquatic Park

Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Aquatic Park, a lovely green space in San Francisco. Visit the notable monuments and shops in this vibrant area.

Aquatic Park

Bay Area Theatresports

You can get tickets for a performance at Bay Area Theatresports during your trip to San Francisco. Take in the acclaimed theatre scene and beautiful sunsets in this vibrant area.

Bay Area Theatresports

Activities

California Academy of Sciences General Admission

California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission

AU$75
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission
Alcatraz San Francisco Bay Cruise with Night Option

Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise

AU$212
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 25+ Attractions

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

AU$159
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$215
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Alcatraz Island Ticket and Hop-on Hop-Off Bus Tour
Bridge 2 Bridge Tour: Golden Gate Bridge to Bay Bridge

San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)

AU$74
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)
"Sun Painting" Created by artist Bob Miller, this classic Exploratorium exhibit is a “live” painting that uses light from the from the Sun as its palette.

SKIP THE LINE: Exploratorium Daytime Admission

AU$61
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
SKIP THE LINE: Exploratorium Daytime Admission
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Our pick of the best Marina District Hotel Deals

Comfort Inn by the Bay

Comfort Inn by the Bay

2.5 out of 5
2775 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA
The price is AU$241 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
AU$241
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,077 reviews)
"Great location near FW and eating options., helpful staff, excellent and popular breakfast, very nice room and facilities. Great guest parking but tight access for any large vehicle."

Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025

Comfort Inn by the Bay
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$185 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$185
17 Aug - 18 Aug
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! (1,995 reviews)
"Great location! Great price!"

Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025

Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport 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$230 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$230
24 Aug - 25 Aug
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! (1,594 reviews)
"great！"

Reviewed on 5 Aug. 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$314 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
AU$314
28 Aug - 29 Aug
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! (6,642 reviews)
Great location, comfortable and clean
"The rooms were very comfortable and the breakfast was delicious. The location was super convenient to Pier 39, fishermen warf and Pier 33"

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
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$230 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$230
1 Sept - 2 Sept
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! (4,393 reviews)
"Beds great transport easy and surrounding Restraunt s were good. Close to the warf, china town and japan town. As well as the sirloin."

Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

4 out of 5
200 Marina Blvd, Berkeley, CA
The price is AU$241 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$241
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Berkeley. Enjoy free WiFi, a marina, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (3,193 reviews)
"Staff were very nice and location was lovely. Room was a bit outdated and cleaning could have been better. Carpet had a stain, dust covered phone and there were a few hairs in the shower. The hot tub/pool were nice amenities and there was a relaxing outdoor seating area."

Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
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Other neighbourhoods around Marina District

Cow Hollow showing signage and street scenes

Cow Hollow

4.5/5(11 area reviews)

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.

Cow Hollow
Pacific Heights showing a park

Pacific Heights

4/5(8 area reviews)

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.

Pacific Heights
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Russian Hill

4/5(1 area review)

Travellers choose Russian Hill for its pristine beaches. Hop aboard the metro at Hyde St & Filbert St Stop or Hyde St & Union St Stop and check out top sights like Macondray Lane.

Russian Hill
Fisherman\'s Wharf showing a bay or harbour

Fisherman's Wharf

4.5/5(7 area reviews)

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.

Fisherman's Wharf
Nob Hill which includes a city and street scenes

Nob Hill

4/5(59 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants Chinatown and top sights from Grace Cathedral to SF Masonic Auditorium – discover Nob Hill, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Nob Hill
North Beach showing skyline and a city

North Beach

4.5/5(124 area reviews)

Travellers love North Beach for its popular shops, and you can see more of San Francisco by jumping on the metro at Columbus Ave & Lombard St Stop or Columbus Ave & Chestnut St Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Pier 39 and San Francisco Bay.

North Beach

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