Hidden gems: Sights & Landmarks in San Francisco

Discover the city's hidden treasures—remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in San Francisco. This list contains 54 places from Sights & Landmarks category.

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Nerd Improv
Event planner
👍👍 This is my second session with Nerd Improv at a marketing team off-site and I can't speak highly enough of their work and their consistency in facilitating communication, creativity and team-building. This most recent session was another resounding hit. Everyone on the team came to me individually...
5.00 (30 reviews)
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Urban Trek USA
Tour operator
👍👍 Anton was an awesome guide! He's a walking encyclopedia of San Francisco that brough us all around, up and down the streets of SFO. Not only does he know the history, he's also updated with the news and current developments in the area. Highly recommended!
5.00 (27 reviews)
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Discount Tix SF
Sightseeing tour agency
👍👍 I was in North Beach and came across this nice store. They had cheaper prices than anyone else I found in San Francisco and Dorin (the owner) was super helpful. He gave me coupon books that saved me money all over the city. Definitely stopping here everytime I'm in the city!
5.00 (13 reviews)
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San Francisco Wine & Cheese
Wine store
A vast cheese selection, plus groceries & sandwiches, at a charming French-themed shop with a patio.
4.90 (130 reviews)
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Gregangelo's Velocity Arts & Entertainment
Circus
Opulently decorated house, HQ & museum for avant-garde entertainment troupe, with private tours.
4.90 (125 reviews)
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World War II West Coast Memorial
Historical landmark
👍👍 A quiet place for picnic with an infinite view of the Pacific Ocean and Golden Gare bridge. Parking is behind the monument with handicapped parking and ramp.
4.90 (41 reviews)
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Golden Gate National Recreation Area - Lands End
Scenic spot
👍👍 Hands down one of the best areas to watch a sunset in San Francisco! I was completely surprised by this location when I shot the sunset here but it was welcomed. The way the lights and shadows cut and cast on the mountains, rocks, and beach here is phenomenal. Being able to see the Golden Gate Br...
4.90 (27 reviews)
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Lyon Step Podium
Historical landmark
👍👍 Cute little stairway with a podium at the middle.
4.90 (24 reviews)
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Mount Davidson Vista Point
Vista point
👍👍 Very pleasant hike! Wonderful view.
4.80 (102 reviews)
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Pier 14
Scenic spot
👍👍 For one of the best waterfront views of the Bay Bridge walk along this well kept / clean pier. You’ll find a few people fishing, sitting in the bucket seats reading or people watching, and a few tourists. It’s not as popular as the other piers around the Ferry Building, but offers good views of the...
4.80 (74 reviews)
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Victorian Home Walk
Tour operator
👍👍 I have lived here 22 years and never thought a walking tour of Victorian architecture would be interesting. Our guide was friendly and I learned more about this part of our city's history and the neighborhoods we walked through. I think it would be a great thing to do for friends and family who are...
4.80 (59 reviews)
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Creativity Explored
Art gallery
Artists with developmental disabilities create & sell their work at this inspiring gallery & studio.
4.80 (59 reviews)
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The Parsonage
Bed & breakfast
Unique, cozy rooms in a Victorian mansion, plus a multicourse breakfast & nightly sweets & brandy.
4.80 (54 reviews)
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Noe Peak
Scenic spot
👍 🏆Good: uninterrupted 360-degree views of San Francisco, short hike up from the road (2-3 minutes); much less crowded than the Christmas Point tourist trap nearby; aligned with Market St. so you can see all the way into the Bay 👎🏻Bad: very windy, no seating except one rock with a geodetic marker...
4.80 (53 reviews)
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Bruce Lee mural
Tourist attraction
👍👍 This neighborhood is one of the oldest and most established Chinatowns in the USA. Passing through the famous Dragon’s Gate you enter a vibrant labyrinth of streets and alleys lined with dim sum shops and other traditional restaurants. In addition to herbalists, bakeries and souvenir shops, you can...
4.80 (43 reviews)
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Emperor Norton's Fantastic San Francisco Time Machine
Sightseeing tour agency
👍👍 I usually do not have time for walking tours at places I visit. With an internet coupon, I was intrigued to try this walking tour with Emperor Norton. I'm not from San Francisco, so was not familiar with Emperor Norton folklore. Emperor Norton (today's modern incarnation) is very well versed with...
4.80 (42 reviews)
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Golden Gate Bridge Main Cable Cross-Section
Tourist attraction
👍👍 Good
4.80 (40 reviews)
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St. Joseph's Church
Event venue
👍👍 Important Note: this church has not offered mass or other church services since 1989 after the Loma Prieta earthquake hit. The owner could not afford repairs, so the church sat vacant for many years. In 2012, a plan was approved to renovate the church, converting the interior into office spaces whil...
4.80 (30 reviews)
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Mildred Howard Frame
Historical landmark
👍👍 Cozy and peace. You can cycling or yoga
4.80 (30 reviews)
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SF World Monument
Scenic spot
👍👍 There are many places that have a correlation with the Golden Gate Bridge. One of the areas to contemplate and photograph the Bridge, as well as its surroundings, is this viewpoint, another of the places where you can have good views of the bridge. The path nearby allows you to explore this piece of...
4.80 (25 reviews)
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