Information provided by SFGate.com. Click here for more detailed information. Bernal Heights
In a city with a Starbucks on almost every corner, Bernal Heights remains a progressive and commercial-free home for artists and their dogs. The Castro
Widely known as the gay capital of the world, this neighborhood abounds with cafes, shops and nightlife. Chinatown
Great dim sum, cheap knickknacks and ornate temples hide in the small side streets of this popular destination. Cole Valley
A quiet neighborhood located near the Haight, Cole Valley offers a variety of mom-and-pop stores and more than a dozen restaurants and cafes. Deco Ghetto
With a surprising number of cafes, shops, bars and a brand new boulevard on the way, this San Francisco neighborhood is coming into its own. Fisherman's Wharf
Scorned by locals, it's packed with visitors and home to everything from hole-in-the-wall fisherman's hangouts to tacky souvenir shops. Golden Gate Park
This huge expanse of greenery -- stretching from the middle of the city to the ocean -- has museums, sports and more. The Haight
Tie-dye, Dead posters, punks, vintage clothing stores and bars make up what was once the home of the Summer of Love. Hayes Valley
In the past decade, Hayes Valley has developed into a haven for haute couture, with trendy fashion boutiques, SoHo-style funky art galleries, high-end interior decorating shops, top-notch restaurants and hip nightspots. Inner Richmond
Although consistently underappreciated, this neighborhood is rich with cultural diversity, great noodle houses and bargain shopping. Inner Sunset
Despite gentrification and fog, it retains the laid-back feeling of a small town -- one that just happens to have a funky edge, an intriguing ethnic mix and great restaurants. The Marina
There are SUVs and a Pottery Barn, yes, but there are also the Palace of Fine Arts, a newly-restored Crissy Field and one of the best vegetarian restaurants in the Bay Area. The Mission
Traditionally the Latino quarter of SF, the Mission is home to artists and families, and offers a lively nightlife scene. Nob Hill
This downtown district is home to an unexpected abundance of funky shops, good restaurants and trendy clubs. Noe Valley
A quaint area where people know each other's names, babies rule the sidewalks and outdoor cafes draw summertime crowds. North Beach
Most famous for being home to the Beat generation, this Italian-American neighborhood is the coffee-swilling center of SF. Outer Richmond
Once dubbed "The Great Sand Waste," the Outer Richmond has developed into a peaceful neighborhood of restaurants, cafes, no-nonsense shopping and big pieces of San Francisco history. Outer Sunset / West Portal
Although this southwestern corner of the city is often ignored in guidebooks, you'll find there's lots to explore including a neighborhood caught in a '50s time warp and dozens of multi-ethnic businesses. Pacific Heights
With multi-million dollar mansions and views of the Bay to match, Pacific Heights is an easy way to escape from the urban chaos below. Potrero Hill
Relax in brilliant sunshine while watching fog engulf the rest of the city, in the former 'hood of OJ Simpson and Seals Stadium. Russian Hill
This neighborhood got its name when gold rushers found seven Cyrillic-inscribed gravestones at the top of the hill. SoMa
This former industrial zone is in a cultural renaissance, with museums, galleries and multimedia companies reviving the area. The Tenderloin
Repeatedly described in most tourist guides as "the worst neighborhood in San Francisco," the Tenderloin thrives despite its bad rap. Union Square
For those who come to SF to shop, this is where to start. Western Addition
Perhaps the most ethnically and economically diverse neighborhood in San Francisco, the Western Addition feels more like several neighborhoods. |
