Things to Do in Mission District, San Francisco

One of the oldest neighborhoods in San Francisco and a significant center of the city's Hispanic community. The area features Mission San Francisco de Asís, built in 1776, along with lively streets filled with murals and numerous restaurants.

Mission Dolores and Mission District muralsHistoric Landmark
Lazy BearAmerican
Trick DogCocktail Bar

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Top things to do in Mission District

Mission Dolores and Mission District murals
★ 4.5 · 1.3k
Historic Landmark★
Mission San Francisco de Asis was founded in 1776, and the surrounding Mission District now adds murals along Clarion Alley and Balmy Alley, taquerias, and Dolores Park. The 16th Street and 24th Street BART stations frame the district.
Every day
12 AM – 12 AM
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Rainbow Grocery
★ 4.6 · 2.6k
Specialty Store· $
Warehouse co-op market stocks a range of organic vegetarian grocery items, bulk goods & supplements.
Every day
9 AM – 9 PM
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Peephole Cinema
Theater
A tiny theater hidden in an alley plays a constant stream of short silent films for anyone willing to peer through the peephole.
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Needles & Pens
★ 4.7 · 139
Boutique
Artsy shop/gallery featuring independent press, local writers & artists, handmade gifts & apparel.
Mon–Fri
11:30 AM – 7:30 PM
Sat
10 AM – 8 PM
Sun
10:30 AM – 7:30 PM
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Mission Comics & Art
★ 4.6 · 395
Art Gallery
Extensive selection of mainstream & indie comics titles plus a gallery in a welcoming space.
Mon–Tue
12 PM – 6 PM
Wed–Fri
12 PM – 7 PM
Sat
12 PM – 7 PM
Sun
12 PM – 6 PM
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Brava Theater
★ 4.8 · 475
Theater
Renovated 1920s theater hosting concerts, shows, dance performances & plays produced by women.
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Sun Fat Seafood Co
★ 4.7 · 341
Market
Unassuming seafood market features a large selection of fish & shellfish in a humble storefront.
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Where to eat & drink in Mission District

Lazy Bear
Michelin ★★
American· $100+
This dining spot is firmly rooted as part of San Franciso's dining landscape.
Mon
Closed
Tue–Fri
5 PM – 10 PM
Sat
5 PM – 10 PM
Sun
Closed
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Trick Dog
Top 500 bar
Cocktail Bar· $20–60
Trendy hangout in a converted warehouse with an array of craft cocktails & eclectic small plates.
Mon–Thu
4 PM – 12 AM
Fri
4 PM – 2 AM
Sat
4 PM – 2 AM
Sun
4 PM – 12 AM
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True Laurel
Top 500 bar
Cocktail Bar· $20–70
Innovative cocktails & refined bar bites are the draw at this stylish bar from the Lazy Bear team.
Mon
Closed
Tue–Wed
4 PM – 10 PM
Thu
4 PM – 11 PM
Fri
4 PM – 12 AM
Sat
11 AM – 12 AM
Sun
11 AM – 10 PM
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Tartine Manufactory
★ 4.5 · 4.4k
Bakery· $20–30
Bread is the star here, whether heritage grain loaves, sweet pastries or rustic sandwiches.
Mon
8 AM – 4 PM
Tue–Fri
8 AM – 9 PM
Sat
8 AM – 9 PM
Sun
8 AM – 9 PM
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Sons & Daughters
Michelin ★★
Californian· $100+
Now ensconced in a roomier space, Sons and Daughters has never felt more personal and passionate. Chef Harrison Cheney's new Nordic culinary training is unmistakable in a culinary program that highlights myriad preservation techniques in…
Mon
Closed
Tue–Fri
5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Sat
5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Sun
Closed
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Zeitgeist
★ 4.3 · 3.1k
Beer Garden· $20–30
Craft beers & a spacious patio with picnic benches draw a lively crowd to this popular Mission spot.
Mon–Wed
2 PM – 11 PM
Thu
2 PM – 12 AM
Fri
2 PM – 1 AM
Sat
12 PM – 1 AM
Sun
11 AM – 9:30 PM
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San Ho Won
Michelin ★
Korean· $$$
Reservations are difficult to come by at this spot where the prodigious talents of heavy-hitter Chefs Corey Lee and Jeong-In Hwang are on display.
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La Taqueria
★ 4.5 · 7.3k
Mexican· $10–20
This local favorite always has a queue because everyone loves it—from tech bros in hoodies to families out for Sunday lunch.
Mon–Tue
Closed
Wed–Thu
11 AM – 8:45 PM
Fri
11 AM – 8:15 PM
Sat
11 AM – 8:15 PM
Sun
11 AM – 7:15 PM
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20 Spot
★ 4.6 · 296
Wine Bar· $30–50
Cozy spot in an old record store serves local brews, an extensive wine menu & modern American fare.
Mon
5 PM – 9 PM
Tue–Thu
5 PM – 9:30 PM
Fri
5 PM – 10:30 PM
Sat
5 PM – 10:30 PM
Sun
5 PM – 9 PM
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