Buena Vista
San Francisco
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Popular places to visit
Buena Vista Park
Buena Vista Park is just one of the places to see in San Francisco, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this walkable area.
Grateful Dead House
You can find out about the history of San Francisco with a stop at Grateful Dead House. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Randall Museum
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Randall Museum during your travels in San Francisco. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this walkable area.
Harvey Milk Plaza
You can learn about the history of San Francisco with a trip to Harvey Milk Plaza. Visit the shops and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Golden Gate Model Railroad Club
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Golden Gate Model Railroad Club during your trip to San Francisco. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Corona Heights Park
After visiting Corona Heights Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Francisco. Take in the fascinating museums and beautiful sunsets in this walkable area.
Things to do
Alcatraz Island Ticket and Hop-on Hop-Off Bus Tour
California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
San Francisco 1 Day Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour
San Francisco Hop-On Hop-Off Tours PLUS Night Tour
Top hotels in Buena Vista
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Very nice lobby. Very clean throughout. Nice decor.Employee handing out review cards on Tuesday morning in the breakfast room was not very nice. Everything else was great!
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Everything was as expected from a nice hotel. Location is great and for San Francisco, easy of parking is a huge plus. The hotel has a bar / restaurant but there is no room service offered (fyi).
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Fairmont San Francisco
A world class hotel!
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
Yes, it was spotless.
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Staff was happy, helpful, efficient
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
Comfortable clean rooms, parking charge is a little ridiculous but that’s the city for you. Room was fairly priced considering most were double the amount per night during no major event(s). I would stay here again, close to the stadium and walking distance to a few places like Lucky Strike. During ...
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Buena Vista
Western Addition
Alamo Square and Painted Ladies are top sights in Western Addition, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Duboce Avenue & Noe Street Station or Duboce Ave & Church St Stop to see more sights in the area.
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.
Mission District
You might enjoy the bars while in Mission District. SOMA Pilipinas is a notable sight, and you can get around town at 16th Street Mission Station or 24th Street Mission Station to see more of the city.
Pacific Heights
Take time in Pacific Heights to visit attractions like Mrs. Doubtfire House and Van Ness Avenue. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at California St & Van Ness Ave Stop to see more of the city.
Downtown San Francisco
Known for its fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Downtown San Francisco. Top attractions like Oracle Park and San Francisco Bay are major draws. Catch the metro at Market St & 5th St Stop or Market St & Taylor St Stop to see more of the city.
Golden Gate
If you're spending time in Golden Gate, check out sights like San Francisco Botanical Garden or Japanese Tea Garden and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Irving St & 9th Ave Stop or Irving St & 8th Ave Stop.
