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

June 11, 2021 Vergie Nakamoto

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. Hickory Alley Mural

99 Hickory St, San Francisco, CA 94102-6036 http://www.artspan.org/community-engagement
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

Hickory Alley Mural

2. Blessings Church of Cannabis

77 McAllister St McAllister St and Charles Brenham, San Francisco, CA 94102-3873 +1 415-689-0773 [email protected] http://weedchurch.org/
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Blessings Church of Cannabis

Blessings Ministries is a Rastafari church in the Civic Center offers an inviting space for members to practice their faith, share cannabis sacrament in a relaxed environment. Visit today and join the congregation. FREE cannabis for new members!

Reviewed By Dream754536

What a beautiful find and experience! Family and I visited SF and were so happy we found this spot. Rastafarian art and culture with friendly staff. Great flowers. Would highly recommend!

3. San Francisco City Hall

1 Carlton B Goodlett Pl, San Francisco, CA 94102-9991 +1 415-701-2311 [email protected] http://www.sfgov.org/cityhall
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4.5 based on 1,024 reviews

San Francisco City Hall

The dome of this venerable Government building is a replica of the one crowning St. Peter's Basilica in Rome.

Reviewed By duck8to - Montville, United States

It is one of the finest city halls I have ever seen. The original city hall was built in 1899 and was destroyed in the earthquake and fire of 1906. The present city hall was rebuilt between 1913-1916 it displays an impressive Beaux Arts architectural style. The massive dome in the rotunda is 307' tall some 40' higher then the rotunda in the Nation's Capitol. With a magnificent rotunda of marble and jaw dropping grand staircase this city hall with it's four floor is second to none. Today the San Francisco City Hall has been redesigned to adjust to a possible earthquake that shook it's foundation on October 17, 1989. The 7.1 earthquake moved the structure 4'' and repairs continued until 1999. A state of the art computer controlled LED lighting system was installed which is capable of producing a variety of light shows. If you are in San Francisco, It is a sight to behold. City hall has been the site of of many notable events. Joe D'Maggio married Marilyn Monroe at City Hall in January of 1954. Mascone and Milk were assassinated here in 1979 and the first same-sex marriage was performed here in 2004. It is a National Historic landmark. Docent tours were available pre-COVID-19 on Mon-Fri at 10am, 12pm and 2pm. The tours were 45 minutes long. Sign-up for the tours were at the kiosk Goodlet Place elevator lobby. Admission is free. If you do not want a docent tour, you can enter city hall on your own. I was there prior to COVID-19. Check their website for any COVID-19 rules.

4. War Memorial Opera House

301 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA 94102-4589 +1 415-864-3330 http://www.sfopera.com
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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. New Conservatory Theatre Center

25 Van Ness Ave Lower Level, San Francisco, CA 94102-6033 +1 415-861-8972 http://www.nctcsf.org
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4.5 based on 7 reviews

New Conservatory Theatre Center

6. Veterans Building

401 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA 94102-4522 http://www.sfwmpac.org/veterans-building-tenants
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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.

7. Tenderloin People's Garden Mural

272 McAllister St, San Francisco, CA 94102-4726 http://www.precitaeyes.org/murals-2013-2016.html
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4.5 based on 3 reviews

Tenderloin People's Garden Mural

Reviewed By misopiso88 - Seattle, United States

If you are walking around the Tenderloin, it is worth the detour to check out the People's Garden Mural. At a busy intersection, it is a beautiful distraction from the hustle and bustle.

8. Statua equeste Simon Bolivar

50 United Nations Plaza, San Francisco, CA 94102-4912 http://www.artandarchitecture-sf.com/civic-center-san-francisco-january-26-2012.html
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4.5 based on 3 reviews

Statua equeste Simon Bolivar

9. Abraham Lincoln Monument

135 Polk St, San Francisco, CA 94102-4711
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4.5 based on 3 reviews

Abraham Lincoln Monument

10. Civic Center

Off Of Van Ness, San Francisco, CA 94118 +1 415-826-1401 http://sfciviccenter.org
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4.0 based on 212 reviews

Civic Center

There are more than one million books in the Civic Center, along with 400 electronic work stations and a children's discovery center.

Reviewed By mini - Fremont, United States

Civic Center is where the City Hall, Asia Museum, Opera House and other buildings are in San Francisco. During December its more magical. There is the Nutcracker Show. There is Holiday Ice, which is an ice skating rink. and there is a very prettty Christmas tree. Many people were having holiday fun.

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