North Central Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit North Central
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 acclaimed art galleries and shops 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
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission
San Francisco: Flyer Theater, 7D Ride & Laser Maze Combo
San Francisco: Inside Alcatraz Tour with Bay Cruise
Our pick of the best North Central Hotel Deals
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Reviewed on 21 Aug. 2025
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Reviewed on 25 Aug. 2025
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Reviewed on 24 Aug. 2025
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
Reviewed on 25 Aug. 2025
Handlery Union Square Hotel
Reviewed on 22 Aug. 2025
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Reviewed on 23 Aug. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around North Central
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. San Francisco Public Library 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 of Market
Gourmet restaurants great entertainment and top sights from Oracle Park to Chase Center – discover South of Market, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Civic Center
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Civic Center. Top attractions like Asian Art Museum of San Francisco and Civic Center Plaza are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Van Ness Station or Market St & Van Ness Ave Stop to see more of the city.
Downtown San Francisco
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.
Outer Sunset
When in Outer Sunset and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Ocean Beach or San Francisco Botanical Garden and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Judah St & 34th Ave Stop or Judah Street & Sunset Boulevard Station.
- Stanford University
- 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
- Googleplex
- Shoreline Amphitheatre
- University of San Francisco
- Ocean Beach
- San Francisco Museum of Modern Art
- Bill Graham Civic Auditorium
- Ghirardelli Square