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Mission Dolores in San Francisco

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.

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.

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Top things to do in Mission Dolores

  • Mission Dolores Park in Mission Dolores, San Francisco

    Mission Dolores Park

    4.7 · 16.5k
    City Park

    city park in San Francisco, California

    Every day
    6 AM – 10 PM
  • Apothecarium in Mission Dolores, San Francisco

    Apothecarium

    4.7 · 857
    Specialty Store

    A large, beautiful dispensary known for its knowledgeable staff and wide selection of products.

    Every day
    9 AM – 9:30 PM
  • Creativity Explored in Mission Dolores, San Francisco

    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
  • Roxie Cinema in Mission Dolores, San Francisco

    Roxie Cinema

    4.6 · 934
    Theater

    The oldest continually operating theater in the city, the Roxie shows classic & new arthouse films.

  • Bi-Rite Market in Mission Dolores, San Francisco

    Bi-Rite Market

    4.5 · 930
    Cheese Shop

    Celebrated neighborhood market garners raves for its locally sourced grocery items & housemade fare.

    Every day
    8 AM – 9 PM
  • Incline Gallery in Mission Dolores, San Francisco

    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
  • Fiat Lux in Mission Dolores, San Francisco

    Fiat Lux

    4.8 · 115
    Craft Workshop

    Small batch handmade jewelry by Fiat Lux & independent artists, plus vintage & permanent jewelry.

Where to eat & drink in Mission Dolores

  • Good Good Culture Club in Mission Dolores, San Francisco

    Good Good Culture Club

    4.4 · 475
    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
    5 PM – 9:30 PM
    Sun
    Closed
  • Tartine in Mission Dolores, San Francisco

    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
  • ABV in Mission Dolores, San Francisco

    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
  • 500 Club in Mission Dolores, San Francisco

    500 Club

    4.5 · 595
    Pub· $10–30

    A neon marquee marks the entrance to this self-proclaimed dive bar that draws an eclectic crowd.

    Map
  • Dumpling Story - Valencia in Mission Dolores, San Francisco

    Dumpling Story - Valencia

    4.8 · 443
    Dumplings· $20–40
    Mon–Thu
    12 PM – 9 PM
    Fri
    12 PM – 9:30 PM
    Sat
    12 PM – 9:30 PM
    Sun
    12 PM – 9 PM
  • Picaro in Mission Dolores, San Francisco

    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
  • Dancing Yak Restaurant & Bar in Mission Dolores, San Francisco

    Dancing Yak Restaurant & Bar

    4.5 · 839
    Restaurant· $20–40

    Art-filled destination serving traditional Nepalese starters, curries & entrees plus a full bar.

  • Craftsman & Wolves in Mission Dolores, San Francisco

    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
  • Verve Coffee Roasters in Mission Dolores, San Francisco

    Verve Coffee Roasters

    4.4 · 869
    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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Map of Mission Dolores with pinned top attractions (1 through 10)
  1. 1Mission Dolores Park
  2. 2Good Good Culture Club
  3. 3Apothecarium
  4. 4Tartine
  5. 5ABV
  6. 6500 Club
  7. 7Dumpling Story - Valencia
  8. 8Picaro
  9. 9Dancing Yak Restaurant & Bar
  10. 10Creativity Explored

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