Financial District

San Francisco

Financial District - Ferry Building
Financial District - Ferry Building showing street scenes and a city
Financial District - Ferry Building which includes street scenes
Financial District - Ferry Building
Financial District - Ferry Building

Mingle with businesspeople in the excellent bars and restaurants of this neighbourhood where there is a large concentration of corporate headquarters.

San Francisco’s Financial District is the city’s business hub and is home to the headquarters of several Fortune 500 companies as well as upscale hotels. Gaze up at the Transamerica Pyramid, an iconic 48-story skyscraper. Shop for upscale fashionable clothing, beauty products, jewellery and accessories in this busy neighbourhood.

Come here during the week and join the suited businesspeople making their way down the sidewalks. Look up at the cluster of sky-high towers that line the streets. Among them is the 850-foot (260-metre) tall Transamerica Pyramid, an imposing structure that can be seen from across the city. Enter the visitor centre and watch a short film about the building’s construction.

Buy tickets to a show at the Punch Line Comedy Club. This intimate theatre showcases underground talent as well as well-known headline comedians.

Walk to the Ferry Building Marketplace from the Financial District in less than 10 minutes. This wonderful marketplace sells a varied range of high-quality produce. Purchase books, ceramics, fruits, nuts, fine wines and many more items. This marketplace also features cafés selling premium hand-picked Chinese teas and specialty coffees.

Find Union Square just a 10-minute walk southwest of the Financial District. This public square is one of the main shopping destinations in the city. Browse local artworks, antiques, high-end fashionable clothing and beauty products. Cafés, wine bars and trendy restaurants also border the plaza.

San Francisco’s Financial District borders one of the largest and oldest Chinatowns in North America. Survey buildings decorated in ornate gold dragons and dine in some of the best Chinese restaurants in San Francisco. Chinatown also hosts cultural events, including lion dances and flower fairs, throughout the year.

The Financial District is about 13 miles (21 kilometres) from San Francisco International Airport. Ride Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) trains to MontgomeryStreet Station. Private parking lots are available in the district.

Experience fine dining and shopping in the city’s financial and corporate centre.


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Top hotels in Financial District

Hilton San Francisco Financial District

Hilton San Francisco Financial District

4 out of 5
750 Kearny St, San Francisco, CA
The price is €122 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
€122
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness center, and WiFi (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,630 reviews)
No free parking.
"$75 for parking every night. That sucked. Would of been fine if it was $20 but Everything else was great."

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Hyatt Regency San Francisco

Hyatt Regency San Francisco

4 out of 5
5 Embarcadero Center, San Francisco, CA
The price is €203 per night from 29 Aug to 30 Aug
€203
29 Aug - 30 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,795 reviews)
Great stay!
"Checkin in was super easy and the staff was informantive and accommodating. We will definitely be staying again in the future. The location is centrla to attractions and easy to catch transportation to anywhere. We had a great stay. Thank you"

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025

Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco

4 out of 5
424 Clay St, San Francisco, CA
The price is €111 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
€111
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,492 reviews)
"Great hotel. Good location. Staff brilliant."

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Omni San Francisco Hotel

Omni San Francisco Hotel

4.5 out of 5
500 California St, San Francisco, CA
The price is €209 per night from 29 Aug to 30 Aug
€209
29 Aug - 30 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,156 reviews)
"we liked the friendliness of the staff and the doorman, especially. He was wonderful. Loved all the little touches like the ice cream social on Friday and the bottled water at the front desk. The front desk was super helpful recommending Restaurants. It was a very nice hotel to be at"

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025

Omni San Francisco Hotel
Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco

Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco

5 out of 5
2 New Montgomery St, San Francisco, CA
The price is €281 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
€281
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this historic hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy 2 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Beautiful, grand hotel with a rich history. The staff is friendly and helpful, The hotel is located in a central area near shopping and Union Square. Walking/biking distance to nearby attractions. Wonderful Sunday brunch!"

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025

Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

4 out of 5
2500 Mason St, San Francisco, CA
The price is €168 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
€168
19 Aug - 20 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (6,669 reviews)
"Loved the breakfast and great location."

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
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Other neighbourhoods around Financial District

Chinatown featuring street scenes

Chinatown

3.5/5(8 area reviews)

Enjoy the popular shops in Chinatown. Dragon's Gate is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Chinatown-Rose Pak Stop or Powell St & Clay St Stop to see more of San Francisco.

Chinatown
Union Square which includes a skyscraper and a city

Union Square

4/5(287 area reviews)

Known for its charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Union Square. Check out top attractions like Westin St Francis Hotel Glass Elevators and Union Square, and jump on the metro at Powell St & Geary Blvd Stop or Powell St & Post St Stop to see more of the city.

Union Square
North Beach which includes a city and skyline

North Beach

4.5/5(129 area reviews)

Travellers love North Beach for its popular shops, and you can see more of San Francisco by jumping on the metro at Columbus Ave & Lombard St Stop or Columbus Ave & Chestnut St Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Pier 39 and San Francisco Bay.

North Beach
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Downtown San Francisco

3/5(52 area reviews)

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 Chase Center are major draws. Catch the metro at Market St & 5th St Stop or Market St & Taylor St Stop to see more of the city.

Downtown San Francisco
Nob Hill showing a city and street scenes

Nob Hill

4.5/5(78 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants Chinatown and top sights from Grace Cathedral to SF Masonic Auditorium – discover Nob Hill, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Nob Hill
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Russian Hill

4/5(4 area reviews)

Travellers choose Russian Hill for its pristine beaches. Hop aboard the metro at Hyde St & Filbert St Stop or Hyde St & Union St Stop and check out top sights like Macondray Lane.

Russian Hill

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