San Francisco events & things to do in July 2027

Haight-Ashbury keeps counterculture storefronts, vintage shops, music history, and the Panhandle entrance to Golden Gate Park.

Chinatown and North Beach sit side by side, with Stockton Street markets, Grant Avenue, Portsmouth Square, City Lights Books, Washington Square, and Italian cafes.

The northern and western districts add Crissy Field, Palace of Fine Arts, Fillmore Street, foggy Ocean Beach, Clement Street, Lands End, and Golden Gate Park access.

Home to California's Great America, a family-friendly amusement park with thrill rides, water attractions, and live entertainment. The neighborhood's recommended spots are amusement parks.

Best known for the Painted Ladies, the Victorian row that fronts Alamo Square Park's hilltop lawn with downtown San Francisco behind. Surrounding blocks hold more of the city's grandest 19th-century mansions.

Alcatraz Island, a notorious prison once home to Al Capone, is now a museum with an audio tour. This island landmark is accessible by ferry from San Francisco.

The Barbary Coast was a red-light district known for its dance halls, jazz clubs, and bars during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. It was centered on Pacific Avenue between Montgomery and Stockton Streets, near Portsmouth Square, and played a significant role in shaping American entertainment culture.

Bay Street Emeryville in San Francisco is a neighborhood focused on shopping malls. The area is notable for Bay Street Emeryville itself.

Local spots like the Bayview Opera House, Gumbo Social, and Feve Artisan Chocolatier. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy Bayview Hill Park, which has a trail and is home to an array of wildlife.

A prominent hill that overlooks the San Francisco skyline, with views of Sutro Tower. The area has a residential feel and is known for its parks, including Bernal Heights Park, which offers walking trails and picnic spots.

The oldest official park in San Francisco, established in 1867 and located on a steep hill with views of the city. It is bordered by Haight Street to the north and features trails and green spaces for walking and relaxing.

Known for its role in Latino activism, arts, and culture, hosting events like Carnaval and Día de los Muertos. Lower 24th Street features local businesses and cultural festivals that celebrate the neighborhood's heritage.

One of the first gay neighborhoods in the United States and still a global symbol of LGBTQ life. The Rainbow Honor Walk and the GLBT History Museum line its bar-filled blocks.

This area features quiet, tree-lined streets with well-maintained homes and easy access to parks like Buena Vista Park and Corona Heights Park. It's a short walk to the nightlife and dining options of Castro, including spots like Anchor Oyster Bar and Super Duper Burgers.

Central Business District in San Francisco offers confection chocolate shops, including the tinyB chocolate shop.

Piers 1, 1½, 3, and 5 form a historic pier complex along the Embarcadero waterfront. This area is recognized for its historical significance and was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2002.

A family-oriented neighborhood with tree-lined streets and friendly residents. It's close to Golden Gate Park and Land's End, with a walkable commercial corridor along Geary that features numerous restaurants and shops.

Two blocks from Golden Gate Park, Central Sunset features a mix of restaurants, shops, and cafes along Irving and Noriega Streets. The area is safe and quiet, with easy access to public transportation and local attractions like the California Academy of Sciences.

Undergone rapid gentrification since the 1990s, transforming from a working-class area to one with upper middle-class professionals. The neighborhood features a mix of industrial and residential spaces, with a notable presence of art galleries and restaurants along 22nd Street.

A mix of laundries and restaurants, with a night market that celebrated its Asian heritage in 2018. The area has murals reflecting its history, including a dragon and lion, and is currently an immigration hub for Ethiopian people.

Significant government and cultural institutions, with large plazas like Civic Center Plaza and United Nations Plaza. Key sites include the Bill Graham Civic Auditorium and the Veterans Building, where the United Nations Charter was signed in 1945.

Just north of Market Street, Corona Heights is a safe residential area with easy access to the Castro's shops and restaurants. The neighborhood features Corona Heights Park, which provides 360-degree views of the city.

Cow Hollow has local stops such as Witter Coin for rare and collectible coins, C C's Cocktail Lounge for cocktails, and Monarch Salon for hair services. The Hollow Cow Market specializes in wine and spirits.

Crocker Amazon features winding streets and is adjacent to Crocker-Amazon Park. It lies south of Mission Street and Geneva Avenue, blending with nearby Daly City neighborhoods.