North of the Panhandle
San Francisco
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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 Park
This beloved park offers relaxation among trees, flowers and wildlife, right in San Francisco’s backyard.
Golden Gate Bridge
Cars trundle across it and ships sail under it, but the best way to experience this iconic bridge is on foot.
Pier 39
This waterfront attraction offers thrilling rides, innovative street performers and colorful souvenir shops, but it’s the sea lions that win the day.
Moscone Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening at Moscone Convention Center, a top convention center in San Francisco. Discover the acclaimed art scene and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Alcatraz Island
Escape to “The Rock,” home of the infamous and abandoned island prison, and discover how it earned a reputation as a cold and unforgiving place.
Things to do
California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission
Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
de Young Museum General Admission Ticket
San Francisco: One day Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Tour
North of the Panhandle Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
It has a spacious gym and a great outdoors swimming pool on rooftop, which is awesome if you like swimming. The view is great outside the window. However, the TV doesn't come with Netflix, and there's nothing I would like to watch on cable TV.
Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
Clean room. Considering the age of the hotel, it's in good condition. Staff EXTREMELY courteous, professional and helpful. I will stay again.
Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Wi-Fi was not really that fast
Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026
YOTEL San Francisco
Everything was great. It was clean, modest breakfast but good. Plenty of excellent coffee shops a short walk away. I would stay here again, but not in the sky room. It was cramped for my taste
Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Very good place
Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026
Hotel Julian
Thought the $20 per day “Amenity” charge was lame. If I would have known it was going to cost more than the stated bottom line, I would have gone further up the Hill, out of the Cusp of the TL. Room 211 is in close proximity to the laundry room, that seemed to only run during sleeping/quiet hours. ...
Reviewed on Mar 15, 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around North of the Panhandle
Western Addition
Travelers love Western Addition for its popular shops, and you can see more of San Francisco by jumping on the metro at Duboce Avenue & Noe Street Station or Duboce Ave & Church St Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Alamo Square and Painted Ladies.
Pacific Heights
Take time in Pacific Heights to visit attractions like Van Ness Avenue and Mrs. Doubtfire House. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at California St & Van Ness Ave Stop to see more of the city.
Cow Hollow
The beautiful waterfront views and popular shops are just a few highlights of Cow Hollow. Make a stop by Union Street or Van Ness Avenue while you're exploring the area.
Downtown San Francisco
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.
Mission District
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 SOMA Pilipinas.
Nob Hill
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.
