Where to stay in San Francisco, CA
Hills, bridges and fog: pick a central base.
San Francisco is small but hilly. Staying near Union Square gives you easy access to cable cars, shops and public transit.
Best areas to stay
Union Square
Central, with shopping, theaters and transit connections.
Fisherman's Wharf
Waterfront and ferries to Alcatraz. Touristy but convenient.
Nob Hill
Classic hotels, steep streets and cable car lines.
Coffee & tea
North Beach is known for Italian-style espresso bars. Hayes Valley and the Mission have specialty coffee, and Japantown and Chinatown are good for tea.
Best time to go
September–November is usually warmest and clearest. Summer mornings can be foggy and cool.
Getting around
Muni, cable cars and walking. A car is more of a burden than a help downtown.
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