North of the Panhandle Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit North of the Panhandle
Popular places to visit
Oracle Park
Whether or not you’re a baseball fan, this charming ballpark with outstanding views should be on your San Francisco sightseeing list.
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.
Golden Gate Bridge
This iconic bridge, with its distinctive burnished red colour, is probably one of the world’s most instantly recognisable landmarks.
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.
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
Golden Gate Bay Cruise - Sail Around Alcatraz! (1-hour)
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission
California Sunset Cruise (2-hours)
Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
San Francisco: One day Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Tour
Our pick of the best North of the Panhandle Hotel Deals
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
"This is a very nice hotel in a good area. It is close to the cruise port 27 and pier 39. They allowed us to check in early with no additional feen"
Reviewed on 6 June 2026
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
"Clean rooms"
Reviewed on 6 June 2026
Hilton San Francisco Union Square
"This hotel is clean, centrally located with many restaurants and food around. The room was cleaned every day and the staff is very friendly. My kids loved this hotel as well. The gym is well equipped."
Reviewed on 6 June 2026
Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel
"Great location! Breakfast buffet is top notch."
Reviewed on 6 June 2026
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
"Nice place."
Reviewed on 6 June 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
"Beautiful hotel, classy with great rooms and amenities."
Reviewed on 6 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in North of the Panhandle
Fisherman's Wharf
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.
Union Square
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.
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 San Francisco Bay are major draws. Catch the metro at Market St & 5th St Stop or Market St & Taylor St Stop to see more of the city.
South of Market
Gourmet restaurants great entertainment and top sights from Oracle Park to San Francisco Bay – discover South of Market, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Nob Hill
Gourmet restaurants Chinatown and top sights from SF Masonic Auditorium to Cable Car Museum – discover Nob Hill, a destination also famous for its shopping.
