Buena Vista
San Francisco
Visit Buena Vista
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 theater scene and shops in this walkable area.
Grateful Dead House
You can find out about the history of San Francisco when you stop by Grateful Dead House. Experience the acclaimed art scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Vulcan Steps
Enjoy an outing to Vulcan Steps during your stay in San Francisco. Discover the acclaimed art scene and shops in this walkable area.
Randall Museum
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Randall Museum in San Francisco. Discover the acclaimed art scene and shops in this vibrant area.
Buena Vista Dog Run
Buena Vista Dog Run is just one of the places to see in San Francisco, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? You can enjoy the local cheese shops while in the area.
Harvey Milk Plaza
You can learn about the history of San Francisco when you stop by Harvey Milk Plaza. Visit the notable monuments and shops in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
Alcatraz Island Ticket and Hop-on Hop-Off Bus Tour
Official Alcatraz Inside Prison Tour with Free App Audio Packages
California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission
California Sunset Cruise (2-hours)
San Francisco Hop-On Hop-Off Tours PLUS Night Tour
Top hotels in Buena Vista
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
good location, great price, good value overall.
Reviewed on May 12, 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Excellent location, lobby impersonal. Parking very expensive. Nice staff and rooms.
Reviewed on May 11, 2026
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Perfect Nuce staff great location near san francisco chinatown
Reviewed on May 11, 2026
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
I parked in their secure parking garage from $55 dollars. I parked up 3 levels from the ground floor. Within hours my car rental window was smashed out and my work equipment was stolen. All the receptionist could do is waive the parking charge. Which still showed up on my bill.
Reviewed on May 12, 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
Clean and quiet
Reviewed on May 11, 2026
YOTEL San Francisco
Nice in-person support but I’m not getting response from the chat, please provide a better communication channel when users are not in the hotel
Reviewed on May 11, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Buena Vista
Western Addition
Travelers love Western Addition for its popular shops, and you can see more of San Francisco by jumping on the metro at Duboce Avenue & Noe Street Station or Duboce Ave & Church St Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Painted Ladies and The Fillmore.
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
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.
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
While you're in Golden Gate, take in top sights like San Francisco Botanical Garden or Japanese Tea Garden, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Irving St & 9th Ave Stop or Irving St & 8th Ave Stop.
