Visit The East Side
Popular places to visit
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 fascinating museums and shops in this vibrant area.
Golden Gate Park
This beloved park offers relaxation among trees, flowers and wildlife, right in San Francisco’s backyard.
Oracle Park
Whether or not you’re a baseball fan, this charming ballpark with outstanding views should be on your San Francisco sightseeing list.
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.
The East Side Hotel Deals
Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco Arpt North
Clean, quiet room, fantastic staff!
Reviewed on 2025/11/14
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Best ever thank you
Reviewed on 2025/11/17
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Very nice
Reviewed on 2025/11/22
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Great breakfast. If you got a deal which includes the breakfast it is a steal. It is easily worth $20 to $25 a person if you have to pay for it.
Reviewed on 2025/11/19
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
Everything was wonderful! We had a marina view and it was spectacular! Room was clean. Smelled clean. Great size. Bed was super comfy. The pool is very large and not freezing cold which is great. Hot tub is awesome and they have a sauna. Berkeley Boathouse is also delicious and staff are all so sweet! ...
Reviewed on 2025/11/18
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Room is excellent
Reviewed on 2025/11/20
Other neighborhoods around The East Side
Excelsior
While Excelsior isn't home to many top sights, Cow Palace and San Bruno Mountain State Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
Noe Valley
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.
Potrero Hill
The live music and architecture are just a few things visitors like about Potrero Hill. San Francisco Bay and Letterform Archive 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.
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 San Francisco Public Library.
Mission Bay
While you're in Mission Bay, take in top sights like Chase Center or Lucky Strike San Francisco, and hop on the metro to see more the city at UCSF/Chase Center Stop or Mission Rock Station.
South of Market
San Francisco Mint and Children's Creativity Museum are top sights in South of Market, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Yerba Buena-Moscone Station or Fourth-Brannan Station to see more sights in the area.
The East Side, CA
- San Francisco Baking Institute
- Stanford University
- Golden Gate Bridge
- Pier 39
- Moscone Convention Center
- Golden Gate Park
- Chase Center
- Oracle Park
- Alcatraz Island
- Jack London Square
- Lombard Street
- Presidio of San Francisco
- Muir Woods National Monument
- University of California
- San Francisco State University
- Oakland Arena
- Ferry Building
- Silicon Valley
- Embarcadero Center
- San Francisco Museum of Modern Art
- Ocean Beach
- San Mateo County Event Center
- Bill Graham Civic Auditorium
- Palace of Fine Arts
- Palace Hotel
- Fox Theater
