Things to Do in Nob Hill, San Francisco

Luxury hotels and historic mansions, reflecting its status as a center for San Francisco's upper class. The area is known for its expensive real estate and is home to landmarks like Grace Cathedral.

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Top things to do in Nob Hill

Cable Cars and Cable Car Museum
★ 4.7 · 7.0k
Museum★
Antique cable cars on exhibit in the historic building that houses the cable-pulling equipment.
Mon
Closed
Tue–Thu
10 AM – 4 PM
Fri
10 AM – 5 PM
Sat
10 AM – 5 PM
Sun
10 AM – 5 PM
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Grace Cathedral
★ 4.6 · 2.4k
Cathedral
Massive cathedral with stained glass & a Keith Haring altarpiece, plus 2 walking labyrinths.
Mon–Fri
10 AM – 5 PM
Sat
10 AM – 5 PM
Sun
1 PM – 5 PM
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Moody Goose Vintage
Flea Market
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Stuff
★ 4.3 · 397
Antique Market
Sprawling, multistory spot for vintage & retro furniture, clothing & home decor.
Every day
11 AM – 6 PM
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Where to eat & drink in Nob Hill

Acquerello
Michelin ★★
American· $100+
With its signature A-frame ceiling and luxuriously warm furnishings, this dining room has been Chef Suzette Gresham’s home since 1989.
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House of Prime Rib
★ 4.6 · 7.4k
Steakhouse
Old-school, English-style restaurant serving acclaimed prime rib & martinis since the 1940s.
Mon–Fri
5 PM – 10 PM
Sat
4 PM – 10 PM
Sun
4 PM – 10 PM
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Himalayan Cuisine SF
★ 4.8 · 2.3k
Indian· $10–20
An authentic Nepalese and Indian restaurant in San Francisco, serving dishes such as momos, tandoori, and chowmein.
Every day
11 AM – 11 PM
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Wreck Room
★ 4.4 · 528
Bar· $10–20
Sizable saloon with lots of TVs, a pool table & old-school arcade games in a casual, bustling space.
Mon–Fri
4 PM – 2 AM
Sat
12 PM – 2 AM
Sun
10 AM – 2 AM
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Better Half Coffee
★ 4.9 · 107
Coffee Shop· $10–20
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Harper & Rye
★ 4.4 · 647
Cocktail Bar· $10–20
Bi-level bar with a piano & a pool table offers a host of drinks including beer, cocktails & punch.
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Bell Tower
★ 4.5 · 984
American· $20–30
Corner bar/restaurant serving American comfort chow, brunch fare included, in a casual atmosphere.
Mon–Fri
11 AM – 2 AM
Sat
10:30 AM – 2 AM
Sun
10:30 AM – 2 AM
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Back to Back
★ 4.5 · 275
Restaurant· $20–60
Back to Back is a vinyl-spinning restaurant located in Nob Hill, serving natural wines along with signature cocktails, wood fired pizzas and small plates.
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