Bernal Heights
San Francisco
Visit Bernal Heights
Popular places to visit
Golden Gate Bridge
Don’t drive it, walk it. Walking this 2.7 kilometre iconic bridge is a real experience, best appreciated on two legs.
Pier 39
Head to the waterfront for thrilling rides, captivating street performers and plenty of souvenir shops. But the main draw has to be the resident sea lions.
Golden Gate Park
Sit for a while and relax among the trees, flowers and wildlife in this popular park, right on San Francisco's doorstep.
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.
Oracle Park
Whether or not you’re a baseball fan, this charming ballpark with outstanding views should be on your San Francisco sightseeing list.
Alcatraz Island
Now a National Park, this rocky island was once home to one of the most feared prisons in the United States.
Things to do
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
SKIP THE LINE: Exploratorium Daytime Admission
San Francisco: Skip-the-Line Escape from The Rock Bay Cruise
Top hotels in Bernal Heights
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Staff was pleasant and helpful. Room was clean. Bed was comfortable. I enjoyed my stay.
Reviewed on 30 Nov, 2025
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Perfect place to stay
Reviewed on 29 Nov, 2025
Fairmont San Francisco
No body wash in the shower
Reviewed on 28 Nov, 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
Clean room, excellent staff and hotel is located in a lovely area.
Reviewed on 26 Nov, 2025
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Staff was friendly. The room wasn't as clean as I expected for The Hyatt. There was a terd in the toilet as well as thick dust in the coffee area.
Reviewed on 27 Nov, 2025
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Perfectly located! You can easily access all the popular sights in San Francisco. It’s clean, the service is good and the price is fair.
Reviewed on 29 Nov, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Bernal Heights
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.
Excelsior
Though Excelsior may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Cow Palace and San Bruno Mountain State Park.
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.
Mission Bay
While you're in Mission Bay, take in top sights like Chase Center or Lucky Strike San Francisco, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at UCSF/Chase Center Stop or Mission Rock Station.
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.
