Really lovely and small side street close to Union Square! It's like a little Parisian oasis…read moresmack-dab in the middle of the dystopian financial district of San Francisco. Came here recently for a SF Junk Journal event. There was live music by a jazz band, and it was super welcoming. It was super cold and windy, even on a sunny day. It IS San Francisco, after all, so come bundled up!

Fancy Schmancy! This place is so fancy, the sidewalks are…read moredone by Burberry. Walking down this lane, you feel like a million bucks. Alongside this alley, you'll find such modest retailers as Hermes and Chanel. There's cool art galleries, boutiques, and a few salons. They keep the lane clean, free of litter and homeless. There's no graffiti or dumpsters in this lane. Most hours of the day, cars are prohibited from entry with white gates at either end of the alleyway. It makes for a pedestrian friendly walk with lots of window shopping. It's a nice walkway that takes you from Union Square to Chinatown. Every time I went, this place was pretty deserted. I felt safe.

Tiny labyrinth at the end of the trail. Great place to view…read moreGolden Gate Bridge. There's no proper trail to go down to the labyrinth, need a good hiking boot

Beautiful!! I'm not sure but I think they do this every year! I absolutely love it. I hope they…read morekeep doing this. It's always beautiful to see.

Market Street will always hold a special place in my heart; I remember walking here when about 30…read moreyears ago. It's definitely changed a lot in the past handful of years. I hope the City can figure out how to revive the area, bring safety back, and to reduce the issues with the unhoused. In the daytime, it's pretty much a ghost town. It never used to be that way. In the evenings, it's also fairly quiet, but there are more unhoused visible. Many shops and restaurants have closed; those that are still open, I wonder how they're surviving? When Westfield was Westfield, the shopping center used to bring foot traffic to that area of the street. I really hope that San Francisco can sort out its problems. While I still love the city, it's sad to see how it's declined. 2024: 94/100

Market Street is one of the main drags in San Francisco. Since the late 1990s, my experiences with…read moreand memories of this street primarily involve the stretch from 5th Street and the Powell Street BART station to the northeast ending at the Embarcadero and the Ferry Building. This stretch includes Union Square, the Financial District, and SoMa (South of Market). Unlike parts south, this stretch of Market feels relatively safe thanks in large part to lots of tourists, local office workers, and nicer, higher-end hotels, restaurants, and retail. 5th to the Embarcadero is a walkable stretch with lots to see and do in the aforementioned neighborhoods. That said, as a longtime regular visitor to San Francisco over the past two decades plus, I've noticed Market Street and the city as a whole aren't what they used to be. During our recent visit, walking up and down Market Street to get from our hotel to various places, I couldn't help but notice several vacant storefronts. Lots of retail for lease. Some parts looked like a ghost town. Market Street just had a different vibe and energy to it. It's not as "alive" as it used to be. And it appeared there were more homeless people too (or they're just more visible now). I noticed within the past year that Westfield had dropped the San Francisco Centre shopping mall from its portfolio: https://www.yelp.com/biz/westfield-san-francisco-centre-san-francisco-3 Here's a San Francisco Chronicle article about it from October 2023: https://www.sfchronicle.com/sf/article/s-f-westfield-mall-new-management-18417748.php Sad. The stretch of Market from the Castro to the Embarcadero is straight and tree-lined. You can see the Ferry Building's 245-foot clock tower from a distance. It's a nice view and one of my favorite things about walking on this street. Most of the stretches of Market south of the Tenderloin, such as around the Civic Center / UN Plaza BART station, X (formerly Twitter) headquarters, and southwest down into the Castro and beyond, I've experienced mainly from cars. When you get into this part of Market, the elevation increases and there are some scenic city views. At its southwest end, Market Street turns into Portola Drive. This happens in the Twin Peaks area. There are great views of the city from Twin Peaks at a place called Christmas Tree Point. You can drive and park there. You can also park and walk to nearby Noe Peak. From these vistas, you can see Market Street run all the way up to the Bay. It's neat and I recommend it.

This island has its growing pains... but if you are patient - I have a feeling this will be a…read morepleasant place to live one day soon. This island is the underdog of San Francisco. As far as I know it was polluted from government military stuff similarly to Hunters Point - really bad stuff - even radio active.... I'm no stranger to the island and I sniff around and enjoy the views from here often - but probably not a place I would want to live anytime soon. There are efforts to clean things up and tear stuff down and I do believe this will be a great place to be soon. I suppose if you want to buy in before it explodes - this might be a good time. There is one little convenience store upon entering, Gold Bar (in a shipping container), Mersea (restaurant in shipping container) and then a beautiful place called Gold Bar distillery. I'm sure there is more coming and possible I missed something small. In front of Gold Bar distillery - ive seen many times tent pop ups and events. Really, I know this island for wedding events - I'm sure its a good value and the views are unbeatable.

The constructions in the area is finally done! My family and I finally got to visit the newly…read moreopened US Navy Reservoir 162, panoramic park with a stunning view of San Francisco Bay area on Christmas day! I liked it that it wasn't crowded as this place is fairly new. I can stay here all day and enjoy the scenery! It is also basically next to Treasure Island. I can't wait to come back during the summer when the weather is warmer! Parking is limited and there is no bathroom. But a quick stop to snap some stunning pictures if you are in the area. I was thankful there were no fogs or rain here during our visit that I can see a clear view of the beautiful city of San Francisco Bay! I left my heart in San Francisco!

Just real fun. Reminds you of the movie "Big". The history…read moreof this creation Is heartfelt. FUN

The Musical Stairs, located at Pier 39, is straight out of that old movie 'Big' in the late 80s…read more So every time you step on a stair, you're playing a piano note. When It's crowded near hear, sometimes it can be kinda hard to hear it. Kids love these stairs, and why not!! And when I say kids, I mean kids of all ages!! So, if you're at Pier 39, keep a lookout for these. They are located about the middle of the pier on the right side when entering the pier. It's definitely worth checking out!!

I have walked through the Stockton Street Tunnel many times over the years. Sadly, over the last…read morefew years, especially during the COVID period, it was poorly maintained, and the sidewalks were littered with garbage. However, a few days ago, while walking toward Chinatown through the tunnel on the left side, I found it much cleaner than it had been in recent years. Granted, I still noticed a few signs of the challenges the area has faced, but overall, the tunnel felt much cleaner and better maintained. The Stockton Street Tunnel opened on December 29, 1914. It connects downtown San Francisco to Chinatown and North Beach. It was designed to avoid the steep climb over Nob Hill. It originally accommodated electric streetcars, but today it carries traffic and Muni buses. Personally, every time I walk through it, I appreciate not having to climb to the top of Nob Hill and then head down the other end. It is also a big help to drivers, like me, who need to drive from one side of the hill to the other.

Well why not this tunnel has been around for a long time. It is a 15 minute walk from downtown to…read moreChinatown or further if you like to Fisherman's wharf. I used to walk thru the tunnel every night it's quick and easy. I have bicycled thru here as well . I saw the changes on the Sutter side of the tunnel went there with my dad as a kid . I believe it was a barber shop and other businesses but they are long gone now. So I do love this tunnel as a way to get around old San Francisco easily.

I love living in the Marina for beautiful nature, cleanliness, safety, friendly neighbors &…read morefriendly business owners. Lots of dogs around if you're a dog lover (I actually recall more people as their dog's mom or dad as it seems easier to remember the dog's name more than a human). It's close to the GG bridge for wine country trips & pretty much anything that you need is close by (variety of banks on Chestnut Street, a bunch of Italian restaurants, a some good sushi restaurants, fun bars, etc.) Pacific Heights & Japantown (for Japantown groceries at Super Mira or Nijiya) are close by, just a walk up a steep hill, take the 22 bus line, or drive. Some people may hate on it for the Marina bro or Marina chick population but they are not the only residents although their loud conversations on the sidewalk & walking style (taking up the entire width of the sidewalk) is quite annoying. The fog horns blare loudly but sound like a cello to me & will lull you to sleep.

Calm and peaceful. Lots of 2 hour parking spaces and plenty of great restaurants. Crime is…read moreeverywhere in SF, so please be careful with your car. It's a more posh area and I personally love it. Chrissy field, fort Mason, and Golden Gate Bridge are all landmarks in the marina district.

My go-to destination to bring out-of-town friends around Chinatown!…read more Sometimes Chinatown can be so overwhelming with Stockton's grocery stores, Grant Ave's busy tourist shops, and Portsmouth Square's elderly crowds. Ross Alley is a perfect, chiller space with lots of culture, history, and snack spots! Would highly recommend visiting the Chinese Culture Center at 41 Ross!! The Golden Gate Fortune Cookie Factory is also there. PERFECT photoshoot opportunities with colorful lanterns and signs. Also lots of beautiful murals and history plaques to observe.

R O S S Alley is a true slice of SF…read more This touristy alley has a rich history and is home to Golden Gate Fortune Cookie Factory, By Me Boba Tea, Sweetheart Florist and so many small businesses. It's got a nostalgic feel of history that goes deep back to the mid 19th century, but all the moderness of the late 20th century - fire escapes, terraces, large picture frame windows, panel and brick inflections. Featured in films such as The Karate Kid II, BIg Trouble in Little China and even Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom running between Jackson St / Washington St bordered by Grant Avenue and Stockton Street it's true local flavor in every way. Ross goes all the way back to 1849/1850 (when it was built and established) to present day being updated as needed, but preserved. Once known as the street of Gamblers Ross Alley has been walked by many in the 175 years it's been around seeing a lot of hustle, drive and grind that's evolve into a place where any and all feel welcome -near or far, but especially local residents and even more so the amazing people of Asian descent and heritage who bloom and tend to R. Alley - Keeping this place and streets around it full of passion, color, and stories for years to come.