Financial District, CA

San Francisco

Financial District - Ferry Building
Financial District - Ferry Building
Financial District - Ferry Building featuring street scenes and a city
Financial District - Ferry Building featuring street scenes
Financial District - Ferry Building

Mingle with businesspeople in the excellent bars and restaurants of this neighborhood where there is a large concentration of corporate headquarters.

San Francisco’s Financial District is the city’s business hub and is home to the headquarters of several Fortune 500 companies as well as upscale hotels. Gaze up at the Transamerica Pyramid, an iconic 48-story skyscraper. Shop for upscale fashionable clothing, beauty products, jewelry and accessories in this busy neighborhood.

Come here during the week and join the suited businesspeople making their way down the sidewalks. Look up at the cluster of sky-high towers that line the streets. Among them is the 850-foot (260-meter) tall Transamerica Pyramid, an imposing structure that can be seen from across the city. Enter the visitor center and watch a short film about the building’s construction.

Buy tickets to a show at the Punch Line Comedy Club. This intimate theater showcases underground talent as well as well-known headline comedians.

Walk to the Ferry Building Marketplace from the Financial District in less than 10 minutes. This wonderful marketplace sells a varied range of high-quality produce. Purchase books, ceramics, fruits, nuts, fine wines and many more items. This marketplace also features cafés selling premium hand-picked Chinese teas and specialty coffees.

Find Union Square just a 10-minute walk southwest of the Financial District. This public square is one of the main shopping destinations in the city. Browse local artworks, antiques, high-end fashionable clothing and beauty products. Cafés, wine bars and trendy restaurants also border the plaza.

San Francisco’s Financial District borders one of the largest and oldest Chinatowns in North America. Survey buildings decorated in ornate gold dragons and dine in some of the best Chinese restaurants in San Francisco. Chinatown also hosts cultural events, including lion dances and flower fairs, throughout the year.

The Financial District is about 13 miles (21 kilometers) from San Francisco International Airport. Ride Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) trains to MontgomeryStreet Station. Private parking lots are available in the district.

Experience fine dining and shopping in the city’s financial and corporate center.

Popular places to visit

The Embarcadero at dusk showing the Ferry Building and the Embarcadero Center

Embarcadero Center

4/5(29 reviews)

During your visit to San Francisco, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Embarcadero Center. Amble around this vibrant area's Chinatown or experience its acclaimed theater scene.

Embarcadero Center
San Francisco Skyline With the Transamerica Pyramid, California, Usa

TransAmerica Pyramid

4/5(148 reviews)

After visiting TransAmerica Pyramid, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Francisco. Visit the notable monuments and shops in this vibrant area.

TransAmerica Pyramid
Historical fountain located at the intersection of Market Street, where Geary and Kearny Streets connect in downtown San Francisco, California. The oldest surviving monument in San Francisco. After an earthquake in 1906, the fountain, which was one of the few remaining structures on Market Street, became a central meeting place for the people in San Francisco. It's interesting to learn new things when traveling.

Lotta's Fountain

Lotta's Fountain is just one of the places to see in San Francisco, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the notable monuments and shops in this vibrant area.

Lotta's Fountain
Golden Gate Bridge illuminated at night with city lights in the background in California, USA

Golden Gate Bridge

4.5/5(7,244 reviews)

Cars trundle across it and ships sail under it, but the best way to experience this iconic bridge is on foot.

Golden Gate Bridge
Exploring the lush greenery and stunning architecture of Golden Gate Park in San Francisco during a sunny afternoon

Golden Gate Park

4.5/5(5,122 reviews)

This beloved park offers relaxation among trees, flowers and wildlife, right in San Francisco’s backyard.

Golden Gate Park
Vibrant crowds enjoying Pier 39 with shops, dining, and views of the San Francisco Bay

Pier 39

4.5/5(6,817 reviews)

This waterfront attraction offers thrilling rides, innovative street performers and colorful souvenir shops, but it’s the sea lions that win the day.

Pier 39

Financial District Hotel Deals

Hilton San Francisco Financial District

Hilton San Francisco Financial District

4 out of 5
750 Kearny St San Francisco CA
The price is ₩143,890 per night from Feb 15 to Feb 16
₩143,890
₩169,352 total
Feb 15 - Feb 16
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! (2,303 reviews)
Room was clean. Amenities were okay (there was a small fridge; AC was very cold; and the workstation in the room was large and provided a good view). Would have liked some robes and slippers, which were not included in the room amenities. Furthermore, the coffee machine was not plugged in initially, ...

Reviewed on Jan 17, 2026

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco

4 out of 5
424 Clay St San Francisco CA
The price is ₩179,073 per night from Jan 23 to Jan 24
₩179,073
₩210,761 total
Jan 23 - Jan 24
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,901 reviews)
The breakfast was not free. They offered basic items that are normal, and what we ordered was good.

Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Hyatt Regency San Francisco

Hyatt Regency San Francisco

4 out of 5
5 Embarcadero Center San Francisco CA
The price is ₩250,826 per night from Feb 14 to Feb 15
₩250,826
₩362,982 total
Feb 14 - Feb 15
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,044 reviews)
excellent

Reviewed on Jan 19, 2026

Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco

Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco

5 out of 5
2 New Montgomery St San Francisco CA
The price is ₩473,458 per night from Feb 19 to Feb 20
₩473,458
₩557,236 total
Feb 19 - Feb 20
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy 2 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Service, cleanliness

Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026

Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco
Omni San Francisco Hotel

Omni San Francisco Hotel

4.5 out of 5
500 California St San Francisco CA
The price is ₩263,098 per night from Jan 24 to Jan 25
₩263,098
₩370,667 total
Jan 24 - Jan 25
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,250 reviews)
Staff was super kind and helpful

Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026

Omni San Francisco Hotel
Galleria Park Hotel

Galleria Park Hotel

4 out of 5
191 Sutter St San Francisco CA
The price is ₩185,222 per night from Jan 31 to Feb 1
₩185,222
₩278,735 total
Jan 31 - Feb 1
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy a rooftop terrace, a fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
Staff is excellent and the room clean and comfortable.

Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026

Galleria Park Hotel
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Other neighborhoods around Financial District

Chinatown which includes street scenes

Chinatown

4/5(268 area reviews)

Commercial Street and St. Mary Square are top sights in Chinatown, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Chinatown-Rose Pak Stop or Powell St & Clay St Stop to see more sights in the area.

Chinatown
Vibrant activity in Union Square, San Francisco with palm trees and bustling city life

Union Square

4/5(5,164 area reviews)

Major tourist destination in downtown San Francisco, Union Square boasts shopping, hotels, and theaters. Explore department stores, boutiques, and galleries, or catch a performance at various theaters. Enjoy the Dewey Monument and stunning views from nearby hotels. Easily accessible via cable car lines, buses, and subway systems.

Union Square
North Beach which includes skyline and a city

North Beach

4.5/5(2,699 area reviews)

Adjacent to Chinatown and the Financial District, this "Little Italy" boasts Italian restaurants, cafes, and bakeries along Columbus Avenue and Washington Square. Explore the National Shrine of Saint Francis of Assisi and City Lights Bookstore.

North Beach
Downtown San Francisco featuring railway items

Downtown San Francisco

3/5(1,084 area reviews)

Serving as San Francisco's central business district, this area boasts Northern California's two tallest buildings, the Salesforce Tower and Transamerica Pyramid. Explore shopping malls like the Embarcadero Center and enjoy parks such as Sue Biermann Park, all easily accessible via Muni bus and rail lines.

Downtown San Francisco
Nob Hill showing a city and street scenes

Nob Hill

4.5/5(1,100 area reviews)

Luxury hotels, historic mansions, and Michelin-starred restaurants abound in this upscale area. Explore Union Square shopping district, Grace Cathedral, and the SF Masonic Auditorium for a taste of culture and history.

Nob Hill
Lombard Street featuring flowers, a sunset and a house

Russian Hill

4/5(91 area reviews)

Spend some time visiting places like Club Fugazi while getting to know Russian Hill, and be sure to check out the beaches. You can hop aboard the metro at Hyde St & Filbert St Stop or Hyde St & Union St Stop to see more of the area.

Russian Hill

Financial District, CA