South of Market

San Francisco

South of Market showing skyline, a city and city views
South of Market showing a fountain, city views and a city
South of Market featuring a city, a skyscraper and central business district
South of Market featuring skyline, city views and a city
South of Market featuring city views and a city as well as a small group of people

From baseball games to top-notch art exhibits, find endless entertainment in one of San Francisco’s fastest-growing neighborhoods.

Explore South of Market (SoMa), one of San Francisco’s most up-and-coming neighborhoods. Home to many of the new tech companies and other start-ups flocking to San Francisco, the area is still fairly undeveloped. Many of its attractions center around three points: South Park, Yerba Buena and Folsom Street.

The neighborhood name comes from the area’s old nickname, “South of the Slot,” which referred to its location on the grittier side of the Market Street cable car line during the California Gold Rush. Today, find it a bustling area with a busy downtown vibe, largely following the city’s tech boom.

Enjoy a sunny day or people watch in the elliptical South Park, modeled after London’s Berkeley Square and New York’s Gramercy Park. Walk toward the waterfront promenade. Watch a ballgame at AT&T Park, home to the San Francisco Giants. Whether you’re a diehard fan of the Major League Baseball team or a casual observer, the ballpark is a delight for spectators. Enjoy its classic design and beautiful view across San Francisco Bay.

Investigate the world-class collections in San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, known as SFMOMA. The striking building with 21st-century additions is as interesting as the exhibits inside. See pieces by Jackson Pollock, Andy Warhol and Georgia O’Keeffe, among the 30,000 works in the collection.

Cross the street to Yerba Buena Gardens. Stroll through the beautiful gardens or go bowling or ice-skating. See the latest exhibit in the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts or take kids to Children’s Creativity Museum, formerly Zeum, an interactive technology museum.

Discover the exciting cultural scene of unique boutiques and restaurants around Eleventh and Folsom streets. Folsom Street is also home to the famous Folsom Street Fair, an annual celebration of the leather and fetish culture.

Find this sprawling area between Embarcadero and Eleventh Street, bounded between Market and Townsend streets. With its constant evolution, South of Market is always an interesting and entertaining place to visit.


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South of Market Hotel Deals

Hotel Garrett
Hotel Garrett
3 out of 5
112 7th St, San Francisco, CA
The price is CA $103 per night from Jul 2 to Jul 3
CA $103
CA $148 total
Jul 2 - Jul 3
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.6/10 Good! (479 reviews)
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"Excellent staff and customer service. Easy check in process. Clean and very quiet room."

Reviewed on Jun. 14, 2025

Hotel Garrett
LUMA Hotel San Francisco
LUMA Hotel San Francisco
4 out of 5
100 Channel Street, San Francisco, CA
The price is CA $265 per night from Jul 6 to Jul 7
CA $265
CA $312 total
Jul 6 - Jul 7
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,096 reviews)
"Excellent service!"

Reviewed on Jun. 14, 2025

LUMA Hotel San Francisco
San Francisco Marriott Marquis
San Francisco Marriott Marquis
4 out of 5
780 Mission Street, San Francisco, CA
The price is CA $231 per night from Jun 27 to Jun 28
CA $231
CA $320 total
Jun 27 - Jun 28
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,252 reviews)
"The view was incredible. The room was clean. The staff was professional and courteous. The location was close to my business meetings and retail. I highly recommend this property."

Reviewed on Jun. 10, 2025

San Francisco Marriott Marquis
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
3 out of 5
701 3rd St, San Francisco, CA
The price is CA $216 per night from Jul 6 to Jul 7
CA $216
CA $254 total
Jul 6 - Jul 7
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,625 reviews)
Great location
"Great location. Parking is too expensive."

Reviewed on Jun. 13, 2025

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
Soma House
Soma House
3.5 out of 5
121 7th Street, San Francisco, CA
The price is CA $93 per night from Jun 23 to Jun 24
CA $93
CA $136 total
Jun 23 - Jun 24
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.4/10 Good! (538 reviews)
"It was clean and quiet! Loved the beds! Obviously very old building with remodeling in process with some areas looking great and others looking tired."

Reviewed on Jun. 11, 2025

Soma House
Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA
Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA
4 out of 5
50 3rd St, San Francisco, CA
The price is CA $181 per night from Jun 29 to Jun 30
CA $181
CA $267 total
Jun 29 - Jun 30
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9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,389 reviews)
"Amazing! Great area!"

Reviewed on Jun. 9, 2025

Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA
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Other neighbourhoods around South of Market

Downtown San Francisco featuring railway items

Downtown San Francisco

2.5/5(84 area reviews)

Serving as San Francisco's central business district, this area boasts Northern California's two tallest buildings, the Salesforce Tower and Transamerica Pyramid. Explore shopping malls like the Embarcadero Center and enjoy parks such as Sue Biermann Park, all easily accessible via Muni bus and rail lines.

Downtown San Francisco
Union Square which includes a high rise building and a city

Union Square

4/5(525 area reviews)

Major tourist destination in downtown San Francisco, Union Square boasts shopping, hotels, and theaters. Explore department stores, boutiques, and galleries, or catch a performance at various theaters. Enjoy the Dewey Monument and stunning views from nearby hotels. Easily accessible via cable car lines, buses, and subway systems.

Union Square
Chinatown which includes street scenes

Chinatown

4/5(26 area reviews)

Dragon's Gate and Chinese Historical Society of America are top sights in Chinatown, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Chinatown-Rose Pak Stop or Powell St & Clay St Stop to see more sights in the area.

Chinatown
Financial District - Ferry Building

Financial District

4.5/5(76 area reviews)

Enjoy the popular shops in Financial District. Embarcadero Center is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at California St & Front St Stop or California St & Battery St Stop to see more of San Francisco.

Financial District
Nob Hill showing a city and street scenes

Nob Hill

4.5/5(124 area reviews)

Luxury hotels, historic mansions, and Michelin-starred restaurants abound in this upscale area. Explore Union Square shopping district, Grace Cathedral, and the SF Masonic Auditorium for a taste of culture and history.

Nob Hill
Mission District which includes outdoor art

Mission District

4/5(5 area reviews)

Mission District is a destination travelers like for its bars, and you might hop aboard the metro at 16th Street Mission Station or 24th Street Mission Station to explore sights like Southern Exposure.

Mission District


South of Market

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