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    Denise W.

    Lots of banks, lots of bank and lots of banks. Nice architectural building here. It is somewhat a tourist area I guess. I just like roaming around here and taking pictures. Well its ok to come here if you are coming by train. Parking may be difficult to find on weekdays. Very interesting and artsy to just look up. I value the heritage building and looks here. Cool.

    Leaving the BART station near Powell Street & entering the Financial District.
    Jai C.

    The Financial District is rich in architectural history. I don't think there was one building I didn't find interesting or just simply awe struck at the designs in general. I was told there is a great architectural walking tour that used to start at the Galleria Park Hotel but I didn't stay long enough to confirm and take it. It's definitely on my 'must do' for my next visit though! Another interesting tidbit is that since it IS the 'Financial District', many of the businesses (restaurants, cafes, etc.) pretty much adhere to 'bankers' hours'. So even the Walgreens across from my hotel closed at 8 and opened for only a few hours on Saturday. Of course, one of the exceptions would be the bars like Topsy's. My initial introduction to the Financial District was met by walking through the indoor farmer's market at the Crocker Galleria. Absolutely gorgeous and reminded me a little bit of a super small, very intimate version of Naha Mall in Okinawa which I adored. The vendors were really friendly and the aroma from nearby cafes made for a lot of induced tummy-growling!

    Bennett W.

    I enjoy walking through this area. It's quiet, some of the people here are nicer and polite. The environment here is also clean and calm. Bus stops, cable car stops and subway station entrances are visible. Traveling between here and other parts of the city is easy. After 5 pm or 6 pm, dining options do become limited. Some of them are closed during weekends and holidays. This area is another hot spot for the development of photography innovation and inspiration. Overall, this area is very clean and peaceful.

    Mark B.

    This part of town has some great buildings and public art. Often though it feels oddly empty when I walk through. Tip look at the little plaques at odd places on the sides of the buildings. This area is on land fill and the plaques tell about things like there is a boat under you. I like the Trans America Pyramid, but I like a lot of the old bank buildings just as much. They are gorgeous lots of gilding and symbolism. The old stock exchange is also amazing. This is all in the area. Tip take a tour or so from the San Francisco City Guides. They are free (but pass and envelope at the end) I have taken a couple of tours in the Financial District. They are interesting and show things I would never have found on my own. The guides are volunteers with an interest in the area. I try and take at least one tour from them somewhere when ever I am in town.

    Elaine N.

    I'm going to share a little secret with you: The location of my work is what keeps me coming back, every single day. ...I need to take a hike. You see, I discovered FiDi a little over a year ago. I can't remember how, or why, but I do remember it being love at first sight. The diagonal crosswalk lights and beautiful buildings called out to me. It was fate! How many people get to choose where they work? Not very many. I was privileged. Proximity and frequency are important in relationships, you know. So here I am six days a week, talking to angry tourists, running errands, and hopping back on BART late at dusk. The organic lunch selections and friendly people (and handsome men in European-fitted suits) who smile and greet you as you walk by makes me feel like a giddy business girl. It's like New York with friendly people! Swoooon. The only thing that saddens me is the fact that everything closes at approximately 3pm. By the time I'm out of work, I'm only left with a few (decent) options: Wexler's, Wayfare Tavern, and Tadich Grill. If I feel like hiking, I'll reach BIX and perhaps Cotogna and Quince. Working evening shifts in FiDi will make you poor. Sadface. If you're not one who worries about your paper or plastic, you'll be a happy lad (or lass!). It's a small price to pay for a quality work environment. A girl deserves all the best in life, right? (; Come and work here, you can just shop for your clothes in the next district over! Did I mention how clean the sidewalks are? They're washed every night! No litter to kick or aged gum to trip your walks. Security is superb (and running 24/7) in buildings. No questionable characters. No hoards of pesky homeless people. Lots of bakeries and macarons everywhere, waiting to fill spacious tummies. YAY! 143, FiDi!

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    I worked here for 4 years and loved coming here. Great eateries, close to the water and great energy.

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    I love working in the financial district. Nice views and a lot of convenient cafes for lunch. One of my favorite parts of SF.

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    The Financial District should have places to eat on weekends and after 10 PM other than Quizno's.

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    Cost effective location to stay when visiting San Francisco, while still close to all the places tourists like to visit.

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    4.1(602 reviews)
    0.6 kmChinatown

    A special place in SF…read more Love how many dim sum spots there are, grab and go. Lots of Chinese restaurants too And takeout spots. Really happy about the new businesses opening up here! Yes bring the energy and charm! Parking can be hard so park at Portsmouth Square garage

    San Francisco Chinatown: 2026 Feb 7 (5 of 5)…read more Rediscovering San Francisco Chinatown: It's been eleven years since I last visited the Chinatown in San Francisco. What I remember: Chinatown was a bustling, dense, and vibrant enclave. The atmosphere was unique, created by the combination of its architecture, street life, sounds, and smells. Human activity was electric. It was a rush, as ladies pulling shopping carts jostled their way through the crowds, while little children tugged at their sleeves, trying to catch up with their mothers. I remember elderly men playing chess with one leg bent, and ladies practicing tai chi in the park. Today's Chinatown seemed more subdued. The high-energy I once experienced has toned down quite a bit. The scenes looked different. The once triple parked streets and crowded walkways looked almost deserted. San Francisco Chinatown is easily walkable. We walked along Waverly, Montgomery, Grant, California, Jackson, Columbus, Broadway, towards North Beach. Along the hidden alleys, I noticed colourful arts and paintings on the walls. A queue has formed outside the fortune cookie shop, so we joined in to take a peek. We stopped and peeked at the menus posted outside eateries. The menus still looked exotic - some items I couldn't even pronounce. San Francisco Chinatown's historic charm still exists and the walk is still adventurous. Would I return to this walkable enclave? You bet I will. There's always something that's 'new' to fresh eyes.

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    Lombard Street

    Lombard Street

    4.2(852 reviews)
    1.8 kmRussian Hill

    Like a real world Disneyland ride!!! I loved the thrill of careening down this curvy switchback…read moreroad! It was an unexpected glitch in our cross town trek and so much FUN! I immediately wanted to do it again! All the time I lived in San Francisco, I never drove down this crazy road with all the hairpin turns! Probably because my VW convertible had so little engine power, that I frequently had to turn around before I reached the top of some hills!! We were powering along in an SUV, and it was up to the task! Hopefully the pedestrians walking up the hill (use the sidewalks)! weren't too terrified.

    As we headed out for the day to explore Downtown San Francisco, we figured we needed to check out…read morethe iconic Lombard Street. Some claim, the "crookedest street in the world". Apparently, we were not the only ones looking to check it out. There was a short wait to get on the street, due to traffic. But once on it, yep, we can confirm it's pretty damn crooked. it was a cool drive, with lots of hair pin turns to drive one block, but not something I'd want to have to deal with every day. It was a fun detour, and worth checking out to say you did it. Side note - I can't imagine living on this street, paying San Francisco real estate pricing, having tourists driving down it 24 hours a day, I'm not even sure how these people get out of their driveways, there's got to be constant traffic.

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    Japantown

    4.2(547 reviews)
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    Came to San Francisco during Super Bowl week and had the chance to explore Japantown and Lower…read morePacific Heights again, and it honestly reminded me why I love this city so much. After being in Washington, D.C., where it was much colder, the warm SF weather felt amazing and made walking around the neighborhood even better. The food was incredible! We tried several different restaurants, and every place had something special, from comforting ramen to fresh sushi. Japantown has such a great mix of authentic flavors, cozy spots, and unique little shops that make the whole experience feel lively and welcoming. Being back in San Francisco, enjoying great food, good weather, and the energy of Super Bowl week, was just an all-around great feeling. I truly believe this is one of the best Japantowns in the country, and I can't wait to come back and explore even more.

    Japantown has always been a go to spot for us when we miss Japan, of course there is no comparison,…read morebut Nijiya Market has always been a good spot for Bento boxes, sushi, Sashimi, anything you want- quality has always been good, and if you get there later before closing, they discount some of the items. It's located on Post and Buchanan, street parking if you can find it but they have a parking garage underneath the shops and restaurants. They have so many good spots for Sushi, Ramen, Sophie's Crepes is another fav, Boba, you won't be disappointed! We will be back!

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    Japantown - The last of the cherry blossoms

    The last of the cherry blossoms

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    12/28/25 FYI. Food & drink options.

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    The Parrots of Telegraph Hill

    4.6(108 reviews)
    0.8 kmNorth Beach/Telegraph Hill

    I've never actually seen 'the Parrots of Telegraph Hill' on Telegraph Hill but have seen them all…read moreover the Northeastern part of the city like Russian Hill, Pac Heights, North Beach, and the Embarcadero area. This is one of those things at least for me is that when I'm looking for them I won't find them but they turn up all the time when I least expect it. They are very distinct because these birds are LOUD. Especially if they are in a big group, they are really noticeable. It sounds like they are constantly arguing about something or chanting together with high pitched voices. The birds are quite pretty with a rich green hue and red head. If you are looking for them specifically the best bet would be to go to Ina Colbrith Park or across the street from Sue Bierman Park in the Embarcadero at the aptly named 'Parrot Park'.

    Dang! These guys are loud! (But adorable)…read more First of all, this neat group of animals have a documentary featuring them: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0424565/ and a really cool website discussing their existence: http://www.markbittner.net/parrot_pages/wildparrots.html (by the author of a book bearing their name) Scoping out the parrots is one of my favorite free hobbies in San Francisco (free hobbies are few and far between in SF - hahaha!) The best way to hear and see them is in Sue Bierman Park, which is just west of the Ferry Building or on Telegraph Hill in and among the trees along the Greenwich and Filbert Steps. I find that they are loudest in the afternoons until sunset.

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    Financial District - localflavor - Updated May 2026

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