Russian Hill Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Lombard Street
Often incorrectly called the world’s crookedest street, this San Francisco roadway is an iconic spot to see, photograph and drive down.
Ina Coolbrith Park
Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Ina Coolbrith Park, a lovely green space in San Francisco. Visit the notable monuments and shops in this vibrant area.
Golden Gate Bridge
Arguably the most famous and enduring icon of San Francisco which you can drive along or even explore on foot.
Pier 39
Enjoy the street entertainment, the souvenir shops and the rides at this waterside attraction, where you can see sea lions playing.
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
Explore 'The Rock' in San Francisco Bay – once home to one of the world's most notorious prisons.
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Other neighbourhoods around Russian Hill
North Beach
Travellers love North Beach for its popular shops, and you can see more of San Francisco by jumping on the metro at Columbus Ave & Lombard St Stop or Columbus Ave & Chestnut St Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Washington Square and Coit Tower.
Nob Hill
Gourmet restaurants Chinatown and top sights from Grace Cathedral to SF Masonic Auditorium – discover Nob Hill, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Fisherman's Wharf
Travellers love Fisherman's Wharf for its popular shops, and you can see more of San Francisco by jumping on the metro at Jones St and Beach St Stop or Jefferson St & Taylor St Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Red and White Fleet at Pier 43 and a Half and San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park.
Chinatown
Enjoy the popular shops in Chinatown. Dragon's Gate is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Chinatown-Rose Pak Stop or Powell St & Clay St Stop to see more of San Francisco.
Union Square
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.
Cow Hollow
Gourmet restaurants a bustling marina and top sights from Union Street to Van Ness Avenue – discover Cow Hollow, a destination also famous for its shopping.
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- Lombard Street
- Vallejo St Steps
- Good Luck Parking Garage
- Tattoo Art Museum
- Golden Gate Bridge
- Chase Center
- Pier 39
- Oracle Park
- Alcatraz Island
- Moscone Convention Center
- Golden Gate Park
- San Francisco Bay
- Muir Woods National Monument
- Jack London Square
- Presidio of San Francisco
- University of California
- Embarcadero Center
- San Francisco Museum of Modern Art
- University of San Francisco
- Kaiser Permanente Medical Center
- Palace of Fine Arts