Western Addition

San Francisco

Western Addition
Western Addition
Western Addition showing skyline, a city and heritage architecture
Western Addition
Western Addition showing art

In the span of a few blocks, find an array of attractions, from the Painted Ladies to the Fillmore Auditorium, in this diverse San Francisco neighborhood.

From the famous Painted Ladies to the cultural attractions of Japantown, discover many of San Francisco’s top attractions in Western Addition. The area is typically broken into smaller neighborhoods including the Fillmore, Japantown, Alamo Square, Hayes Valley and Lower Pacific Heights.

The Fillmore was the heart of San Francisco’s first African-American community and jazz scene. This reputation dissipated over time. Today the Fillmore is known mainly for its great shops and restaurants. Watch a show at the Fillmore, a famous auditorium that hosted the Allman Brothers, Grateful Dead and other well-known 20th-century rock bands. Violent Femmes, Joe Rogan and other top performers now appear throughout the year.

Discover one of San Francisco’s rich Asian influences in Japantown. Buy authentic souvenirs in the sprawling Japan Center mall. Enjoy some of the best Japanese food that you can get outside of Japan. Visit in April to participate in the Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival, a celebration of spring and Japanese culture.

See one of San Francisco’s most iconic sights along Alamo Square. Take a photo of the Painted Ladies, a row of six immaculately preserved Victorian houses. Stroll through the park or enjoy a picnic.

While Hayes Valley used to be synonymous with seediness, today it is one of the city’s favorite shopping and dining centers. Discover a wonderful array of shops and restaurants in this neighborhood, which manages to feel like a small town within the city.

Walk through Lower Pacific Heights and admire the stunning homes. Enjoy beautiful vistas of the Bay, Golden Gate BridgeOpens in a new window, AlcatrazOpens in a new window and beyond in the more opulent neighboring Pacific HeightsOpens in a new window.

Much of Western Addition has undergone a transformation in recent years. While it was once a hub of crime, it is now a tourist-friendly neighborhood. However, be aware of your surroundings as you explore, as some areas are safer than others.

From Western Addition’s central location, easily reach many other parts of San Francisco. Walk to fascinating nearby areas such as Van Ness Avenue, the Richmond District and the Haight-AshburyOpens in a new window and Pacific Heights neighborhoods.


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Top hotels in Western Addition

Hotel Kabuki, part of JdV by Hyatt

Hotel Kabuki, part of JdV by Hyatt

4 out of 5
1625 Post St, San Francisco, CA
The price is P11,066 per night from Aug 27 to Aug 28
P11,066
P15,214 total
Aug 27 - Aug 28
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"excellent hotel & service!"

Reviewed on Aug 5, 2025

Hotel Kabuki, part of JdV by Hyatt
Inn On Grove

Inn On Grove

2.5 out of 5
465 Grove St, San Francisco, CA
The price is P6,588 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
P6,588
P7,676 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Oracle Park and Chase Center are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (619 reviews)
"Bed was adequate but splendid when I first arrived. Hamburger joint sharing the property has a good value and I ate there daily in order to be well fed for the Dead and Co shows. The staff are all very nice and helpful and really care that you’re happy. Basic room. Would recommend."

Reviewed on Aug 9, 2025

Inn On Grove
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG

Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG

3.5 out of 5
1177 Airport Blvd, Burlingame, CA
The price is P5,505 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
P5,505
P6,258 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Burlingame. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.6/10 Good! (2,024 reviews)
"Great place to stay close to the airport, beds are comfortable, good pillows, good linens, clean room and lobby. Restaurant was OK, good staff. There’s nothing around the hotel. We ordered DoorDash and got some good Thai food, but there’s nothing to walk to and no view. Also, no outside area. All ..."

Reviewed on Aug 12, 2025

Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
Hilton San Francisco Financial District

Hilton San Francisco Financial District

4 out of 5
750 Kearny St, San Francisco, CA
The price is P7,187 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
P7,187
P8,459 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
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! (1,622 reviews)
"vfgfvf"

Reviewed on Aug 11, 2025

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
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 P7,488 per night from Aug 26 to Aug 27
P7,488
P11,151 total
Aug 26 - Aug 27
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! (6,651 reviews)
"Nice breakfast"

Reviewed on Aug 12, 2025

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

3.5 out of 5
1500 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA
The price is P6,980 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
P6,980
P8,215 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,416 reviews)
"Staff was so courteous and friendly. Very accesable and the view especial from the 24th floor was awesome."

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2025

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
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Other neighbourhoods around Western Addition

Pacific Heights featuring a garden

Pacific Heights

Take time in Pacific Heights to visit attractions like Van Ness Avenue and Mrs. Doubtfire House. 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.

Pacific Heights
Civic Center

Civic Center

1/5(1 area review)

Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Civic Center. Top attractions like Asian Art Museum of San Francisco and Civic Center Plaza are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Van Ness Station or Market St & Van Ness Ave Stop to see more of the city.

Civic Center
Cow Hollow showing street scenes and signage

Cow Hollow

The beautiful waterfront views and popular shops are just a few highlights of Cow Hollow. Make a stop by Union Street or Van Ness Avenue while you're exploring the area.

Cow Hollow
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Downtown San Francisco

4/5(1 area review)

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 featuring street scenes and a city

Nob Hill

4/5(1 area review)

Travelers love Nob Hill for its popular shops, and you can see more of San Francisco by jumping on the metro at Washington St & Leavenworth St Stop or Washington St & Jones St Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Grace Cathedral and SF Masonic Auditorium.

Nob Hill
Union Square which includes a high rise building and a city

Union Square

4.5/5(7 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

Western Addition