Things to do in San Francisco, California (CA): The Best Sights & Landmarks

July 18, 2021 Claudia Navarrete

Every neighborhood in San Francisco has its own personality, from the hippie chic of the Upper Haight to the hipster grit of the Mission. The Marina district boasts trendy bistros and postcard-perfect views of the Golden Gate Bridge, while Noe Valley offers quaint and quiet boutiques. Wave hello to the sea lions at Pier 39, and sample local cheese and charcuterie at the Ferry Building. Sit in on a yoga session in Dolores Park or marvel at the Dutch Windmill across from Ocean Beach.
Restaurants in San Francisco

1. Glad Tidings Church

1280 Webster St, San Francisco, CA 94115-4231 +1 415-346-1111 http://www.gtsf.org
Excellent
92%
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8%
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5.0 based on 12 reviews

Glad Tidings Church

The GLAD TIDINGS Church that I see is a Church that impacts San Francisco with the message that GOD loves everyone no matter what. I see a Church where worship is so real and honest that it honors GOD and changes people who are a part of it. And that impacts each level and segment of our city: Black, White, Asian, Latin, rich, poor, young, old, educated and uneducated. I see a church that refuses to splinter off into common comfort zones, and strives to live beyond itself building a place that will look like heaven. I see a Church that is filled with people hungry to connect with this awesome GOD in a valid, honest way. The Church that I see has a message so clear that everyone understands that our shared purpose is to love GOD and make HIS love known. I see a church so focused that it refuses to be self-absorbed, rejects the lie that money is our goal, and is passionate about helping others. I see a Church so genuine, outward facing, and compassionate that it reaches out in the face of misunderstanding and overturns the judgments many San Franciscans have made against all churches because some churches have failed. The Church that I see is committed to raising, training and empowering a group of leaders who will look beyond their own needs and carry the GLAD TIDINGS of GOD's LOVE to hurting, lonely, disenfranchised people. THIS IS our quest. This is the dream at GT. This is our direction, and with GOD's help we will become this church.

2. Queen Anne Victorians

700 block of Steiner Street, San Francisco, CA
Excellent
59%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
9%
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4.5 based on 34 reviews

Queen Anne Victorians

The "Painted Ladies" - find this row of colorful Queen Anne Victorians on the 700 block of Steiner Street.

3. St. Mary's Cathedral

1111 Gough St, San Francisco, CA 94109-6686 +1 415-567-2020 http://www.stmarycathedralsf.org/
Excellent
59%
Good
34%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
4%
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4.5 based on 140 reviews

St. Mary's Cathedral

This modern cathedral is an interesting mix of traditional and contemporary architectural styles.

Reviewed By DanW440 - Portland, United States

What a huge cathedral thus is! Outside and including the grounds it takes up an incredible amount of space- especially for San Francisco. It’s beautiful inside with ornate carvings. Stained Glass, a huge worship space and an added attraction- a vast view of the city and hills to the southwest. I recommend at least stopping here for a short visit, or by all means go to a worship service which I imagine would be marvelous.

4. War Memorial Opera House

301 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA 94102-4589 +1 415-864-3330 http://www.sfopera.com
Excellent
68%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
4%
Terrible
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4.5 based on 114 reviews

War Memorial Opera House

This beautiful beaux arts structure is home to the San Francisco Opera.

Reviewed By Carol1205 - Novato, United States

We attended Shen Yun and had dinner downstairs. Although the performance did not meet my expectations, I enjoyed the theater and dinner very much.

5. Hayes Valley

Hayes Street, San Francisco, CA +1 415-431-5551 http://Seanstore.com
Excellent
53%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
3%
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4.5 based on 75 reviews

Hayes Valley

Reviewed By Jewlztravels - Livermore, United States

What a cool neighborhood. After dining at Petit Crenn, my friend and I decided to walk around and so enjoyed this area. It is very clean (unlike some other areas in the city). There are many great food options, from restaurants to food trucks all in one central area. We saw a lot of unique clothing stores and boutiques too. The weather was perfect so lots of folks were walking around or sitting on the benches eating their food truck food and enjoying the night. We wondered through a store that sells specialty grocery and food gifts and wine. You might find flavored honey, unique salad dressings, gift items and a large wine selection. This neighborhood is worth spending some time in.

6. St. Mark’s Lutheran Church

1111 Ofarrell St, San Francisco, CA 94109-6601 +1 415-928-7770 [email protected] http://www.stmarks-sf.org/
Excellent
50%
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4.5 based on 4 reviews

St. Mark’s Lutheran Church

7. Veterans Building

401 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA 94102-4522 http://www.sfwmpac.org/veterans-building-tenants
Excellent
50%
Good
25%
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25%
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4.5 based on 4 reviews

Veterans Building

Reviewed By TV2451

This stately building is an important part of the Civic Center area. The architecture is harmonious with City Hall and the old Opera House. The building itself includes a lovely theater that is used for many different functions, including concerts. It's surprisingly intimate.

8. Victorian Houses

1447 McAllister St, San Francisco, CA 94115-4518
Excellent
57%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
14%
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4.5 based on 7 reviews

Victorian Houses

9. Painted Ladies

Alamo Square, Steiner and Hayes Sts., San Francisco, CA http://www.sftravel.com/painted-ladies
Excellent
28%
Good
39%
Satisfactory
28%
Poor
4%
Terrible
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4.0 based on 1,772 reviews

Painted Ladies

A famous stretch of colorful Victorian-style house.

Reviewed By sabrenial2019 - Surprise, United States

I had a wonderful adventure touring San Francisco with Carrie and the small group of great people! We saw every part of the city from Old town, mission, downtown, the rebuilt parts, Alamo Square, Golden Gate Bridge, Pacific Heights, ( where the billionaires live and spectacular breath taking views that you’ll never see on your own. Our tour guide Carrie was very informative and I learned things I’ve never even heard of. I highly recommend taking the tour on the Painted Ladies bus!!!

10. Japantown

Post and Buchanan Streets, San Francisco, CA +1 415-922-6776 http://www.sfcherryblossom.org
Excellent
29%
Good
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Satisfactory
22%
Poor
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Terrible
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4.0 based on 480 reviews

Japantown

A small neighborhood with Japanese restaurants, shops and other attractions.

Reviewed By magrawal07

I enjoyed Japantown even more than Chinatown - there's a great mall, a nice and peaceful park, and cute shops.

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