Things to Do in Mission Dolores, San Francisco

San Francisco's birthplace, grown around the Spanish mission settlement of 1776 within the larger Mission District. Sunny park slopes and cafe lines set the weekend rhythm.

Mission Dolores ParkCity Park
Good Good Culture ClubCocktail Bar
ApothecariumSpecialty Store

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Top things to do in Mission Dolores

Mission Dolores Park
★ 4.7 · 16.4k
City Park
city park in San Francisco, California
Every day
6 AM – 10 PM
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Apothecarium
★ 4.7 · 851
Specialty Store
A large, beautiful dispensary known for its knowledgeable staff and wide selection of products.
Every day
9 AM – 9:30 PM
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Creativity Explored
Art Gallery
Artists with developmental disabilities create & sell their work at this inspiring gallery & studio.
Mon–Wed
Closed
Thu–Fri
3 PM – 6 PM
Sat
12 PM – 5 PM
Sun
Closed
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Roxie Cinema
★ 4.6 · 929
Theater
The oldest continually operating theater in the city, the Roxie shows classic & new arthouse films.
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Bi-Rite Market
★ 4.5 · 927
Cheese Shop
Celebrated neighborhood market garners raves for its locally sourced grocery items & housemade fare.
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Incline Gallery
Art Gallery
A small, experimental art gallery known for showcasing local art and hosting events, accessible via a ramp and located down a long alleyway.
Mon–Fri
Closed
Sat
1 PM – 5 PM
Sun
1 PM – 5 PM
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Fiat Lux
★ 4.8 · 114
Craft Workshop
Small batch handmade jewelry by Fiat Lux & independent artists, plus vintage & permanent jewelry.
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Where to eat & drink in Mission Dolores

Good Good Culture Club
★ 4.4 · 473
Cocktail Bar· $50–100
Stroll into this lush, happening spot and your eyes will quickly fall on neon blue letters scrawled above the lively open kitchen: "did you eat yet?"
Mon–Thu
5 PM – 9 PM
Fri
5 PM – 9:30 PM
Sat
Closed
Sun
Closed
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Tartine
★ 4.5 · 5.9k
Coffee Shop· $10–20
Organic ingredients provide the makings for breakfast pastries, hot pressed sandwiches & coffee.
Every day
7:30 AM – 6 PM
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ABV
★ 4.5 · 1.1k
Cocktail Bar· $20–30
A large-scale mural sets the stage at this trendy spot for cocktails, beer & wine plus upscale eats.
Every day
4 PM – 2 AM
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500 Club
★ 4.5 · 594
Pub· $10–30
A neon marquee marks the entrance to this self-proclaimed dive bar that draws an eclectic crowd.
Mon–Fri
12 PM – 2 AM
Sat
10 AM – 2 AM
Sun
10 AM – 2 AM
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Picaro
★ 4.5 · 1.6k
Tapas· $30–40
Diners share small plates & sangria pitchers amid colorful, art-filled walls or on an outdoor patio.
Mon–Thu
4 PM – 10 PM
Fri
1 PM – 10 PM
Sat
1 PM – 10 PM
Sun
1 PM – 9 PM
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Craftsman & Wolves
★ 4.4 · 1.1k
Pastry Shop· $$
Pastry-whiz William Werner serves egg-filled muffins, bonbons, coffee & more.
Mon–Fri
7:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Sat
8 AM – 4 PM
Sun
8 AM – 4 PM
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Verve Coffee Roasters
★ 4.4 · 867
Coffee Shop· $1–10
NorCal-originated chain for thoughtfully sourced coffee drinks in a modern space with wooden decor.
Mon–Fri
6:30 AM – 5 PM
Sat
7 AM – 5:30 PM
Sun
7 AM – 5:30 PM
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Elixir
★ 4.5 · 574
Cocktail Bar· $10–50
On a saloon site said to date back to 1858, this bar stays current with the likes of organic drinks.
Mon
4 PM – 10 PM
Tue–Wed
4 PM – 12 AM
Thu–Fri
4 PM – 2 AM
Sat
12 PM – 2 AM
Sun
2 PM – 10 PM
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SPRO - Mission Dolores/Castro
★ 4.6 · 487
Café & Bakery· $10–20
Modern, pared-down spot for specialty java drinks & inventive takes on breakfast & lunch fare.
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