San Francisco & Beyond

There is much to see and do outside of San Francisco from outdoor recreation to wineries and more.

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San Francisco, California Attractions

San Francisco and the Bay Area is chock full of fun, tourist attractions. Enjoy them without expending too much energy when you’re a guest at the conveniently located Mithila Hotel. Our affordable downtown family-friendly hotel is within walking distance of many of San Francisco’s major attractions, such as Union Square, Chinatown and North Beach. Of course, there are tons of things to do in San Francisco and we’ve given you a head start by listing some of them below.
Fisherman’s Wharf. Known for its historic waterfront, Fisherman’s Wharf has something for everyone. Wander along the seemingly never-ending piers and enjoy breathtaking views of San Francisco Bay and Golden Gate Bridge along with fresh crab, clam chowder and sourdough bread. Pier 39 beckons with shops, restaurants, street performers and sunbathing seals. For more information, visit www.fishermanswharf.org.

Golden Gate Park. San Francisco’s Golden Park offers a relaxing refuge from the hustle and bustle of city life. Highlights include the Japanese Tea Garden, the de Young Museum, the Conservatory of Flowers, Stow Lake (paddle boat rides, anyone?) and plenty of trails that are perfect for taking a leisurely stroll. For more information, visit www.sfgov.org/site/recpark_page.asp?id=17796.
Lombard Street. There is one section of Lombard Street in San Francisco that has to be seen to be believed. Located not far from Fisherman’s Wharf, this steep, wildly curved portion has become known as the “crookedest street in the world.” Travel east and you’ll encounter Telegraph Hill to Coit Tower while going west will take you through the Marina District, where it becomes the main artery to Golden Gate Bridge. For more information, visit www.sftravel.com/lomabardcrookedstreet.html.

Ghirardelli Square. Treat yourself to a veritable San Francisco landmark, Ghirardelli Square, home of the Ghirardelli Chocolate Company’s flagship store. Savor premium chocolates and out-of-this-world hot fudge sundaes. What’s more, Ghirardelli Square features some of the finest views, galleries, boutiques, culinary treats and special events in the City by the Bay. For more information, visit www.ghirardellisq.com/ghirardellisq/.  [Top]
North Beach. San Francisco’s Little Italy and home of the Beat Generation, North Beach is nestled between Fisherman’s Wharf and Chinatown. Savor authentic Italian meals. Soak up the neighborhood’s history via walking tours. Relax with a cappuccino in one of the many inviting cafés. In short, experience la dolce vita (the sweet life). For more information, visit www.sfnorthbeach.org/.

Chinatown. Rebuilt after the devastating 1906 earthquake, Chinatown is one of San Francisco’s most vibrant neighborhoods. Explore the bustling markets, mysterious alleys, hidden temples and a most popular tourist stop, the Golden Gate Cookie Factory. Established in 1962, the factory still makes 20,000 fortune cookies a day the old-fashioned way-by hand. For more information, visit www.sftravel.com/china.html.  [Top]
San Francisco Zoo. Encounter 250 species of animals at the ever-evolving San Francisco Zoo. Explore the spacious African Savanna exhibit where giraffes, zebras, kudus, ostriches and other African wildlife co-exist in a verdant three-acre habitat. Experience the Lipman Family Lemur Forest, home to five different species of these precious primates from Madagascar. Discover the new Hearst Grizzly Gulch where two female grizzly bears, Kachina and Kiona, reside. For more information, visit www.sfzoo.org/.

Union Square. Expansive malls with name-brand stores like Nordstrom and Bloomingdales. Classic antique stores. Cozy art galleries. World-class restaurants. Major theatres. Inviting cafés. The renowned cable cars. Add them all together and you’ve got Union Square. For more information, visit www.unionsquareshop.com/.  [Top]
Alcatraz. This former federal prison was once home to the infamous “Birdman” (made famous by Burt Lancaster in the film, “The Birdman of Alcatraz”). Today, Alcatraz Island, located in the middle of San Francisco Bay, is a top-notch tourist attraction. Explore the prison (what’s left of it) that also housed Al Capone and discover the West Coast’s first-and oldest-working lighthouse. For more information, visit www.nps.gov/alcatraz.

Asian Art Museum. One of the largest museums in the western world devoted exclusively to Asian art, the Asian Art Museum of San Francisco features more than 17,000 pieces in its storied collection. Experience 6,000 years of history that includes seven major regions and the cultures of numerous countries. For more information, visit www.asianart.org/.  [Top]

Top Reasons to stay

1. Centrally located minutes away from all San Francisco's attractions
2. Convenient access to public transportation
3. Affordable
4. Comfortable
5. Five Hospitals within 2 miles
6. Great Restaurants within walking distance
7. Shopping
8. Nightlife
9. Modern Amennities
10. Discounted Parking

Top Events

  • Hiking Yoga

    Every Mon., Tue., Wed., Thu., Fri., Sat. - Eric Kipp may be brilliant. Without a doubt, the spirit of San Francisco itself pulses quickly in his veins, because he is the creator of Hiking Yoga. It's exactly what it sounds like; you follow the charge up one of our butt-bustin' hills, and once you're up there, the organizer/sherpas hand...

  • Sketch Tuesdays

    6:00 p.m. fourth Tue. of every month - Sketch Tuesdays, founded in 2006, is a monthly event where 20 or so local artists hang out and make their art on a small scale. When the artwork is completed it becomes available to purchase by the audience mingling nearby -- and often for cheap! If you like the funky fresh art up on the wall...

  • Audium 9

    8:30 p.m. every Fri., Sat. - The Audium was started in 1965 by composer Stan Shaff and equipment designer Doug McEachern. Shows are Fridays and Saturdays, and you have to be there on time — they lock the door. The room fits 50 people or so. There are chairs arranged in a semicircle. There are something like 180 spe...

  • San Francisco City Guides Walking Tours

    Daily - As a self-described "logical extension of a free public library," our local free walking-tour company is, like most libraries, a fascinating mash of nerdy and white-hot rad. The San Francisco City Guides walking tours happen every day (except major holidays), are free, and follow in the foots...

  • California Academy of Sciences Free Day

    June 2 - Do yourself a favor: Today is the California Academy of Sciences Free Day. Emphasis on day -- perfect for the funderemployed, who more than anyone deserve a day of brain-melting beauty. So ditch the gray pounding and run-run-run pace of the city, in favor of the 4-story rainforest exhibit, to...

  • The Erotic Reading Circle

    7:30 p.m. fourth Wed. of every month - Finding your voice as a writer is hard. Finding your voice as an erotic writer is all but impossible. In one direction is "awkward and clinical." In another is "Anne Rice." And there's literally hundreds of others that result in the rough equivalent of "I have a headache." Further complicating matte...

  • Go Deep!: Let's Wrestle

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  • Writers with Drinks

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  • Aquatic Park Bathhouse Building Tour

    3:00 p.m. daily - Politicians and news outlets have started using the term "WPA" again — have you noticed? The Works Progress Administration, of course, put people to work during and after the Great Depression. Even artists were paid to work; the WPA encompassed projects that employed actors, painters, and write...

  • American Tripps, Singin’ and Pingin’

    6:00 p.m. May 24 - Musical chairs, ping-pong, and a karaoke DJ walk into a theater together — no, it’s not the setup for a bad joke — it’s the hilarious event concept from American Tripps, Singin’ and Pingin’. A semi-regular occurrence, tonight’s Pingin’ will mix ...

  • Live at 851

    8:00 p.m. May 24 - A little over a year ago, Janey Smith started putting on readings in the derelict apartment above her own: Without electricity, The Squat is lit with an abundance of tea candles and authors read from a stage composed of dirt swept up from the unfinished floors, surrounded by a huddle of attendees. T...

  • "Smart Bomb V.2"

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  • "theLIFT: Bay Area Edition"

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  • Kings of the Mic Tour: L.L. Cool J, Ice Cube, Public Enemy, De La Soul

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  • Kylesa, Blood Ceremony, White Hills, Lazer/Wulf

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  • Mikal Cronin, Audacity, Michael Stasis

    9:00 p.m. May 25 - The wind on this Thursday night in Austin sags with the din of a dozen hopeful rock bands and the stench of stale beer. In a dark alley behind of a row of clubs on Sixth Street, Mikal Cronin leans into an alcove and tries to light a cigarette. It's tough...

  • "Lights Down Low: Seven-Year Anniversary"

    9:00 p.m. May 25 - Lights Down Low has come a long way since its humble beginnings in the closet-sized basement of 222 Hyde. Now one of the most respected party crews in San Francisco, the party will celebrate its seventh birthday with an epic, house-oriented bash...

  • Twin Shadow, Elliphant

    9:00 p.m. May 25 - Sometimes, it's best to completely disregard musicians' thoughts on their own work. Case in point: Elliphant architect Ellinor Olovsdotter described her music as "pop punk with some electronic influence" in one interview. Based on that assessment...

  • Tera Melos, TTNG, EV Kain

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  • Carnaval S.F. 2013 Grand Parade

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  • San Francisco Comedy Explosion

    8:00 p.m. May 26 - The Hella Gay Comedy Show, one of the Bay Area’s active gay comedy groups, is getting hella straight this week in honor of its strongest comedy-world allies. Normally the Hella Gays shine the spotlight on LGBT comedians in the Bay Area, but now they’re switching it up to let their allies...

  • "As You Like It"

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  • Mikal Cronin

    6:00 p.m. May 28 - The wind on this Thursday night in Austin sags with the din of a dozen hopeful rock bands and the stench of stale beer. In a dark alley behind of a row of clubs on Sixth Street, Mikal Cronin leans into an alcove and tries to light a cigarette. It's tough...

  • DocFest

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