Cole Valley
San Francisco
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Popular places to visit
Golden Gate Park
This wonderful park is a haven away from the hustle and bustle of the busy city. Come here to relax, enjoy the scenery, breathe in the air and watch the wildlife.
Pier 39
This waterfront attraction offers all the fun of a traditional pier with rides, street performances and entertainment courtesy of a colony of resident sea lions!
Golden Gate Bridge
This iconic bridge, with its distinctive burnished red colour, is probably one of the world’s most instantly recognisable landmarks.
Oracle Park
Whether or not you’re a baseball fan, this charming ballpark with outstanding views should be on your San Francisco sightseeing list.
Moscone Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening at Moscone Convention Center, a top convention center in San Francisco. Discover the fascinating museums and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Alcatraz Island
Home to the world’s most notorious prison, tour this famous landmark to understand why it gained its reputation as such a cold and unforgiving place.
Things to do
San Francisco: Skip-the-Line 1-Hour Bay Cruise by Boat
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
San Francisco: Flyer Theater, 7D Ride & Laser Maze Combo
San Francisco: Inside Alcatraz Tour with Bay Cruise
Top hotels in Cole Valley
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Reviewed on Jul 30, 2025
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Reviewed on Aug 1, 2025
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Reviewed on Jul 30, 2025
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
Reviewed on Jul 31, 2025
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Reviewed on Jul 30, 2025
InterContinental Mark Hopkins by IHG
Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Cole Valley
Eureka Valley
If you're spending time in Eureka Valley, check out sights like Castro Street or Castro Theatre and hop on the metro to see more the city at Castro Station or 17th St & Castro St Stop.
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 Alamo Square and Painted Ladies.
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.
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.
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.
Outer Sunset
When in Outer Sunset and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Ocean Beach or San Francisco Botanical Garden and hop on the metro to see more the city at Judah St & 34th Ave Stop or Judah Street & Sunset Boulevard Station.