Title: Visit Balboa Park: Best of Balboa Park, San Francisco Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Balboa Park](https://expedia.ca/Balboa-Park-San-Francisco-Hotels.0-n553248635976007988-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to San Francisco](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-San-Francisco.d178305.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in San Francisco](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-San-Francisco.d178305.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Balboa Park Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Balboa-Park.d553248635976007988.Car-Rental-Guide)[Balboa Park Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Balboa-Park.d553248635976007988.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Balboa Park ## San Francisco ## Visit Balboa Park Things to do Hotels Where to stay [San Francisco travel guide](https://expedia.ca/San-Francisco.dx178305) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Oracle Park featuring a bay or harbor and street scenes as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6063199/e9ded285-60f9-45a6-bde5-7fd5c5f20eea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Oracle Park 4.5/5(84 reviews) Whether or not you’re a baseball fan, this charming ballpark with outstanding views should be on your San Francisco sightseeing list. [](https://expedia.ca/Oracle-Park-Downtown-San-Francisco.d6063199.Vacation-Attraction) ![Golden Gate Park featuring flowers and a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/507464/52822685-2982-4242-a264-5feb076f1b64.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Golden Gate Park 4.5/5(522 reviews) This beloved park offers relaxation among trees, flowers and wildlife, right in San Francisco’s backyard. [](https://expedia.ca/Golden-Gate-Park-Golden-Gate.d507464.Vacation-Attraction) ![Golden Gate Bridge showing a suspension bridge or treetop walkway, a marina and a bay or harbour](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/508803/7f3a8683-169a-4f91-9706-80b0485198d0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Golden Gate Bridge 4.5/5(773 reviews) Cars trundle across it and ships sail under it, but the best way to experience this iconic bridge is on foot. [](https://expedia.ca/Golden-Gate-Bridge-San-Francisco.d508803.Vacation-Attraction) ![Pier 39 showing signage, street scenes and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502576/0539d24a-33b1-4635-8e45-7397bf716773.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Pier 39 4.5/5(782 reviews) This waterfront attraction offers thrilling rides, innovative street performers and colorful souvenir shops, but it’s the sea lions that win the day. [](https://expedia.ca/Pier-39-Fishermans-Wharf.d502576.Vacation-Attraction) ![Alcatraz Island showing island views and a coastal town](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502554/4d59a35c-ed7e-4b54-b5f7-09ac7df7975b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Alcatraz Island 4.5/5(391 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Alcatraz-Island-San-Francisco.d502554.Vacation-Attraction) ![yerba buena gardens complex](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502553/b8bd040b-086b-4e6e-963b-c1bf398cf87f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Moscone Convention Center 4.5/5(34 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Moscone-Convention-Center-Downtown-San-Francisco.d502553.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![California Academy of Sciences General Admission](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/219652/f0bca80b-682f-4287-bac0-eccb47dd5591.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission CA $67 per adult **86%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/california-academy-of-sciences-daytime-admission.a219652.activity-details) ![San Francisco: Skip-the-Line 1-Hour Bay Cruise by Boat](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4863979/a8294161-1de3-4891-a9a5-067c4f483917.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### San Francisco: Skip-the-Line 1-Hour Bay Cruise by Boat CA $52 per adult **94%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/san-francisco-skip-the-line-1-hour-bay-cruise-by-boat.a4863979.activity-details) ![Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 25+ Attractions](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/219896/8f48853e-8b87-4e6b-85c2-057f6b4e921c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions CA $143 per adult **88%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/go-city-san-francisco-all-inclusive-pass-with-30-attractions.a219896.activity-details) ![Alcatraz San Francisco Bay Cruise with Night Option](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/852618/2d36c05c-4a19-49ee-83c7-78e22378ede0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise CA $190 per adult **94%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/alcatraz-visit-with-night-option-and-sf-bay-cruise.a852618.activity-details) ![Visit de Young Museum in Golden Gate Park](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/852149/5f951497-8465-48c2-bf9a-eff985a5464e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### de Young Museum General Admission Ticket CA $27 per adult **88%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/de-young-museum-general-admission-ticket.a852149.activity-details) ![Golden Gate Bridge at night](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/277363/5cadfa3b-d4bb-4821-ac3a-897e2521df02.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### San Francisco Night Tour CA $123 per adult **78%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/san-francisco-night-tour.a277363.activity-details) [See all activities in San Francisco](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-San-Francisco.d178305.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Balboa Park Hotel Deals ![Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10600/10538/5971a3e7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG 1500 Van Ness Ave San Francisco CA CA $181 CA $213 total Apr 12 - Apr 13 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the pool ... [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F04%2F2026&endDate=13%2F04%2F2026&selected=10538&PinnedHotelID=10538&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976007988) ![Handlery Union Square Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6700/6666/4fd95a3a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Handlery Union Square Hotel 351 Geary St San Francisco CA CA $188 CA $221 total Apr 6 - Apr 7 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (2,924 reviews) The staff was very helpful and patient with our needs. The room was nice. Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F04%2F2026&endDate=07%2F04%2F2026&selected=6666&PinnedHotelID=6666&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976007988) ![Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24700/24625/75f20517_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf 2500 Mason St San Francisco CA CA $202 CA $294 total Apr 12 - Apr 13 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ... 9/10 Wonderful! (7,370 reviews) LOCATION, lLOCATION, LOCATION! We stayed here for the convenience of the location closest to tourist attractions and transportation. The complimentary breakfast is complete with hot and cold items, juice and fruits. The beds were so comfy too! The pool was too cold for winter. Will recommend to stay ... Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F04%2F2026&endDate=13%2F04%2F2026&selected=24625&PinnedHotelID=24625&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976007988) ![YOTEL San Francisco](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19520000/19510300/19510249/9a7fa76b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### YOTEL San Francisco 1095 Market St San Francisco CA CA $94 CA $167 total Mar 31 - Apr 1 includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,010 reviews) The room is tiny! But it worked. I was awoken by very loud music at 5am, unfortunately. Took a star off due to that, the slim selection at breakfast, one elevator being out of service, and the check-in kiosk not working for me. Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=31%2F03%2F2026&endDate=01%2F04%2F2026&selected=19510249&PinnedHotelID=19510249&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976007988) ![Hilton San Francisco Financial District](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4400/4302/96ca1121_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hilton San Francisco Financial District 750 Kearny St San Francisco CA CA $173 CA $204 total Mar 29 - Mar 30 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness center, and WiFi (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (2,533 reviews) Loved! Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F03%2F2026&endDate=30%2F03%2F2026&selected=4302&PinnedHotelID=4302&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976007988) ![Hotel Julian](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100370000/100366800/100366713/32a804cb_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Julian 940 Sutter Street San Francisco CA CA $110 CA $157 total Mar 29 - Mar 30 includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Pier 39 and Oracle Park are located ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (675 reviews) Our stay was great! Our room was clean, the staff was SO friendly and accommodating which truly made our entire stay. We appreciated that so so much. They gave us recs of things to do/where to eat and were so helpful when we needed to extend our room stay an extra night. Close to many things we did ... Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F03%2F2026&endDate=30%2F03%2F2026&selected=100366713&PinnedHotelID=100366713&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976007988) [See all 4,800 properties in Balboa Park](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=23%2F03%2F2026&endDate=24%2F03%2F2026®ionId=553248635976007988) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Balboa Park hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976007988&startDate=2026-03-22&endDate=2026-03-23)[Mar 22 - Mar 23](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976007988&startDate=2026-03-22&endDate=2026-03-23) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976007988&startDate=2026-03-23&endDate=2026-03-24)[Mar 23 - Mar 24](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976007988&startDate=2026-03-23&endDate=2026-03-24) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976007988&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026)[Mar 27 - Mar 29](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976007988&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around Balboa Park ![Aerial View Of Urban Neighborhood ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6155705/000d8af2-94e1-4af8-bbaf-91af84845baa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Noe Valley 5/5(1 area review) 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. [](https://expedia.ca/San-Francisco-Noe-Valley.dx6155705) ![Bernal Heights](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621561136356/9f2a3c74-3fbc-40f7-99de-8b0f7b9a8964.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Bernal Heights Appreciated for its bars and architecture, you might consider exploring Bernal Heights. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Esmeralda Slide Park, and jump on the metro at 30th St & Dolores St Stop or San Jose Ave & Randall St Stop to get around the city. [](https://expedia.ca/San-Francisco-Bernal-Heights.dx553248621561136356) ![Mission District which includes outdoor art](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/134035/1fb7195b-23e3-4a0f-a5ef-22b484069f64.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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 SOMA Pilipinas. [](https://expedia.ca/San-Francisco-Mission-District.dx134035) ![Sunset District which includes a bridge and a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/163838/0a93dbea-0497-468c-958f-a3fb9ea4b26b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Sunset District 3.5/5(10 area reviews) Travelers choose Sunset District for its pristine beaches. Hop aboard the metro at Judah Street & Sunset Boulevard Station or Judah St & 34th Ave Stop and check out top sights like Ocean Beach. [](https://expedia.ca/San-Francisco-Sunset-District.dx163838) ![Conservatory of Flowers featuring flowers, outdoor art and a park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6069419/784003c6-5709-451d-8851-8d21984f9669.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Golden Gate While you're in Golden Gate, take in top sights like Blue Heron Lake or San Francisco Botanical Garden, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Irving St & 9th Ave Stop or Irving St & 8th Ave Stop. [](https://expedia.ca/San-Francisco-Golden-Gate.dx553248635976481407) ![Anchor Brewing Company featuring a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6155048/24053e58-3c93-4737-af35-eaecf9c08a12.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Potrero Hill 5/5(1 area review) 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. [](https://expedia.ca/San-Francisco-Potrero-Hill.dx506137) --- --- - [Stays](?pwaLob=wizard-hotel-pwa-v2) - [Packages](?pwaLob=wizard-package-pwa) - [Flights](?pwaLob=wizard-flight-pwa) - [Things to do](?pwaLob=wizard-lx-pwa) - [Cruises](?pwaLob=wizard-cruise-pwa) - [Cars](?pwaLob=wizard-car-pwa) # Balboa Park ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. Scan the QR code with your device camera and download our app