The East Side
San Francisco
Visit The East Side
Popular places to visit
San Bruno Point Park
Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore San Bruno Point Park, a lovely green space in South San Francisco. Amble around this vibrant area's seaside or experience its acclaimed art scene.
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 shops in this vibrant area.
Golden Gate Bridge
This iconic bridge, with its distinctive burnished red colour, is probably one of the world’s most instantly recognisable landmarks.
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!
Oracle Park
Whether or not you’re a baseball fan, this charming ballpark with outstanding views should be on your San Francisco sightseeing list.
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
California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission
Alcatraz Island Prison Tour Package
San Francisco Hop-On Hop-Off Tours PLUS Night Tour
Painted Ladies Wine Country Tour
San Francisco Nightlife: Legendary Pubs + Secret Clubs
Top hotels in The East Side
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Oyster Point
Staff, amenities, "free" breakfast buffet, and convenient location?
Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Clean room, quick check in, comfortable bed and pillows
Reviewed on Feb 12, 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Excellent! We highly recommend the Hotel.
Reviewed on Feb 13, 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
Yes th room was clean and the staff very friendly
Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
Clean room and friendly, courteous staff!
Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Room was clean and staff was nice! They answered all questions I had and were really helpful overall!
Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around The East Side
Excelsior
While Excelsior isn't home to many top sights, Cow Palace and San Bruno Mountain are some notable places to visit nearby.
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 SF Armory.
South of Market
Oracle Park and SOMA Pilipinas are top sights in South of Market, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Yerba Buena-Moscone Station or Fourth-Brannan Station to see more sights in the area.
South Park
Known for its fascinating museums, popular shops, and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in South Park. Top attractions like Oracle Park and Brannan Street Wharf are major draws. Catch the metro at 2nd & King Station or Fourth-Brannan Station to see more of the city.
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.
