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.
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Mission Dolores and Mission District murals ★
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
Rainbow Grocery ★ 4.6 · 2.6k· $
Warehouse co-op market stocks a range of organic vegetarian grocery items, bulk goods & supplements.
Every day 9 AM – 9 PM
Peephole Cinema
A tiny theater hidden in an alley plays a constant stream of short silent films for anyone willing to peer through the peephole.
Needles & Pens ★ 4.7 · 140
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
Mission Cultural Center for Latino Arts ★ 4.8 · 241
Venue for presenting Latin American arts from ancient to contemporary, including a gallery & events.
Mon Closed
Tue–Fri 2 PM – 8 PM
Sat 12 PM – 5 PM
Sun 12 PM – 5 PM
Mission Comics & Art ★ 4.6 · 400
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
Brava Theater ★ 4.8 · 475
Renovated 1920s theater hosting concerts, shows, dance performances & plays produced by women.
Sun Fat Seafood Co ★ 4.7 · 343
Unassuming seafood market features a large selection of fish & shellfish in a humble storefront.
Every day 9 AM – 5 PM Where to eat & drink in Mission District · $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 · $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 · $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
Tartine Manufactory ★ 4.5 · 4.5k· $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 Sons & Daughters Michelin ★★ · Más de $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
Zeitgeist ★ 4.3 · 3.1k· $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 · $$$
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.
La Taqueria ★ 4.5 · 7.4k· $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 Planning time in Mission District?
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1 Mission Dolores and Mission District murals 2 Lazy Bear 3 Trick Dog 4 True Laurel 5 Rainbow Grocery 6 Peephole Cinema 7 Needles & Pens 8 Mission Cultural Center for Latino Arts 9 Tartine Manufactory 10 Mission Comics & Art Other areas in San Francisco Ready to plan Mission District? Turn these Mission District picks into a day-by-day San Francisco plan, with every place checked for closures and booking needs on your dates.
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