5/5 - Excellent
Gabby
Only blocks from Bart station
Union Square Tours
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Big Bus San Francisco Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour by Open-Top Bus
Activity duration is 1 day
8.6 out of 10 with 1473 reviews
Free cancellation available
History & culture
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Muir Woods and Sausalito Small-Group Tour
Activity duration is 5 hours
9.6 out of 10 with 45 reviews
Free cancellation available
Private & custom tours
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Redwoods & Wine Country Escape to Sonoma & Napa with Optional Gourmet Lunch
Activity duration is 10 hours
9.4 out of 10 with 277 reviews
Free cancellation available
Cruises & boat tours
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Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour (Ferry & Bike Options Available)
Activity duration is 5 hours
9.0 out of 10 with 406 reviews
Free cancellation available
Reviews of Union Square
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4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
Great central location for staying. Lots of public transit options, safe (if you don't go too far west), right off a cable car line which is a fun way to get around.
3/5 - Okay
Verified traveler
Union square is crazy packed with tourist for the Powell St. cable car making it difficult to navigate through. It was nice to walk through and hit a few shops, but enjoy the beautiful architecture of the buildings and culture of San Francisco. Main issue is really the large numbers of people of just want to ride a cable car and then shoppers, feels like New York City in a way lol.
Popular places to visit
Maiden Lane
Browse high-end shops and see a Frank Lloyd Wright-designed building at this fashionable lane, which was once at the heart of San Francisco’s red-light district.
Union Square Ice Rink
You can take time to visit Union Square Ice Rink during your travels to San Francisco. Discover the charming cafes and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Westin St Francis Hotel Glass Elevators
You can find out about the history of San Francisco with a stop at Westin St Francis Hotel Glass Elevators. Experience the acclaimed theater scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
San Francisco Magic Parlor
You can enjoy a show at San Francisco Magic Parlor during your stay in San Francisco. Visit the shops and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Xanadu Gallery
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Xanadu Gallery during your trip to San Francisco. Experience the acclaimed art scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
450 Sutter Building
Learn about the local history of San Francisco with a stop at 450 Sutter Building. Discover the acclaimed theater scene and shops in this vibrant area.
Best Lodging Options Near Union Square
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Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
1500 Van Ness Ave San Francisco CA
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
750 Kearny St San Francisco CA
Taj Campton Place
340 Stockton St San Francisco CA
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
433 Powell St San Francisco CA
Handlery Union Square Hotel
351 Geary St San Francisco CA
Fairmont San Francisco
950 Mason Street Atop Nob Hill San Francisco CA
The Westin St. Francis San Francisco on Union Square
335 Powell Street San Francisco CA
Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel
450 Powell Street San Francisco CA
Hotel Nikko San Francisco
222 Mason St San Francisco CA
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