Bernal Heights
San Francisco
Visit Bernal Heights
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 notable monuments in this vibrant area.
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
Golden Gate Bay Cruise - Sail Around Alcatraz! (1-hour)
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission
San Francisco: Skip-the-Line 1-Hour Bay Cruise by Boat
San Francisco: One day Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Tour
Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Top hotels in Bernal Heights
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Clean room
Reviewed on 23 Mar, 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
Great location, nice rooms. Yhe pool was closed when we were there due a delay in renovations, which was disappointing. But everything else was good.
Reviewed on 23 Mar, 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Great location
Reviewed on 23 Mar, 2026
YOTEL San Francisco
Great place if you want to be somewhere convenient. Stayed here for a concert at Bill Graham. Small rooms, so they’re good if you plan on justbut efficient rooms
Reviewed on 23 Mar, 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Staff is friendly and helpful. Only thing, I wish the bedding was softer, and more high end
Reviewed on 22 Mar, 2026
Hotel Julian
The hotel is aging and not spotless, but the front desk people were friendly and the bedding was fresh.
Reviewed on 22 Mar, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Bernal Heights
Mission District
You might enjoy the bars while in Mission District. SOMA Pilipinas 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
South Park
Oracle Park and Brannan Street Wharf are a few top attractions in South Park. Hop around the city on the metro at 2nd & King Station or Fourth-Brannan Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries.
