Visit The East Side
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.
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.
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.
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
Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
San Francisco: Skip-the-Line Escape from The Rock Bay Cruise
de Young Museum General Admission Ticket
San Francisco 1 Day Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour
Muir Woods and Sausalito Small-Group Tour
Top hotels in The East Side
Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco Arpt North
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Reviewed on 22 Nov, 2025
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Staff pleasant. No surprises. Solid Hotel with good location to get to many San Francisco areas.
Reviewed on 22 Nov, 2025
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Very nice
Reviewed on 22 Nov, 2025
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Clean room and great breakfast buffet. Staff at front desk were friendly and helpful. Great location and walking distance to Pier 39. Would stay again!
Reviewed on 23 Nov, 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
The staffs are friendly and helpful. But the building and facilities are a bit old
Reviewed on 21 Nov, 2025
Fairmont San Francisco
Beautiful Christmas decorations and beautiful rooms. Beds were very comfortable.
Reviewed on 23 Nov, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around The East Side
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.
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 Letterform Archive 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 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.
Mission Bay
While you're in Mission Bay, take in top sights like Chase Center or Lefty O'Doul Bridge, 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 SOMA Pilipinas to San Francisco Mint – discover South of Market, a destination also famous for its shopping.
