The Best Landmark in San Francisco

Mission San Francisco de Asis

Mission San Francisco de Asís, or Mission Dolores, is the oldest surviving structure in San Francisco and the seventh religious settlement established as part of the California chain of missions. The Mission was founded on June 29, 1776, by Li... more

Mr. Bing's

Mr. Bing's is a classic bar that's been on the map as a must-visit stop in San Francisco. It's old school, it's kitschy, and it's the perfect place to get a drink or two before continuing on to whatever the evening holds. more

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National Japanese American Historical Society

The National Japanese American Historical Society (NJAHS), founded in 1980 in San Francisco, is a non-profit membership supported organization dedicated to the preservation, promotion, and dissemination of materials relating to the history and cultur... more

Native Sons Building

The Native Sons Building is an eight story building that houses a few small theaters and is graced by a mural of Greta Thunberg. The building was built in 1912. The Native Sons began as an organization "embracing only the sons of those sturdy pio... more

Odd Fellows Building in San Francisco

The 1909 building was designed by G.A. Dodge as a meeting hall for the Odd Fellows Fraternal Order, who occupied the upper three floors while the first three floors were leased out. Today, the building is home to various types of businesses - from C... more

Our Lady of Guadalupe Church - 906 World Cultural Center

This beautiful landmark: Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, is San Francisco Landmark. The former Roman Catholic church dates back to 1912 and was designed by architects Frank T. Shea and John D. Lofquist in the Mission Revival style. Located in a cher... more

Palace of Fine Arts

The gallery area now houses the Palace of Fine Arts Theatre and the Exploratorium. The theatre, which seats 1,000 in a continental-style configuration, was added in 1970. The Palace of Fine Arts Theatre is operated by the Palace of Fine Arts League,... more

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Phelan Building

The Phelan Building, a San Francisco landmark is an, 11-story, 267,400 square-foot office building constructed in 1908. The steel framed building is an exquisite example of Victorian architectural style. The white exterior is adorned with Renaissance... more

Phone Booth

Old-timers, lesbians and hipsters alike frequent this tiny locale. Weekends get crowded but during all in all, it's a great dive. Stuart, of Broke-Ass Stuart fame, gives a wonderful ode to this classic watering hole - https://www.sfgate.com/bars... more

Potrero Hill Neighborhood Center

Designed and built in 1922 by late architect Julia Morgan, the Neighborhood House registers #86 on San Francisco's Historic Landmark roster. Originally built for Russian immigrants fleeing Czarist oppression, the center provided the community with cl... more

RH San Francisco

Our five-story, 80,000-square-foot design gallery blurs the lines between residential and retail, indoors and outdoors, home and hospitality. Located in the landmark Bethlehem Steel Building, the 1917 structure has been meticulously restored and reim... more

Salesforce Park and Transit Center

Behind the curvature of a pearlescent lace-like awning, this multi-story San Francisco landmark transforms the former Transbay Terminal into a commuter hub and an urban destination. With interiors open to the light, it's a sociable, open space for pe... more

Salesforce Tower

Salesforce Tower, formerly known as the Transbay Tower, is a 1,070-foot (326 m) office skyscraper in a downtown that's slowly shifting south. It is located at 415 Mission Street between First and Fremont Streets, next to the Transbay Transit Center s... more

San Francisco Federal Building

The San Francisco Federal Building is an 18-story building at 90 7th Street on the corner of Mission and 7th streets in the South of Market neighborhood of San Francisco, California. The building was designed by the Morphosis architectural firm, as a... more

San Francisco Main Public Library

A true jem for San Francisco. The Main Library is an amazing resource for children or adults looking to stay up on reading, internet access or even meeting friends. Here is a a listing of the services available at the Main Library. Access Servic... more

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San Francisco Zoo

The San Francisco Zoo is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums and represents a uniquely successful partnership between the City of San Francisco and the San Francisco Zoological Society. We designed the Zoo with the underlying belie... more

SFMOMA

SFMOMA is dedicated to making the art of our time a vital and meaningful part of public life. For that reason we assemble unparalleled collections, create exhilarating exhibitions, and develop engaging public programs. In all of these endeavors, we a... more

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Specs Twelve Adler Museum Cafe

Spec's is a North Beach institution. Good bar scene. Crowded on weekend evenings. ------- Spec's can be easily overlooked, so look for 250 Columbus, and knock on the yellow door to your left. Nearby landmarks include City Lights Bookstore and... more

St. Brigid Church

Dating back to 1864, the church is a San Francisco landmark. The stone building sits with distinction on the corner of Van Ness and Broadway. In 2005, the Academy of Art University purchased the building. more

St. Joseph's Arts Society

Based out of a National Historic Landmark in San Francisco, the 1913 Saint Joseph's Church has been revitalized as a haven, a forum and a source of inspiration for artists, patrons and the public. ~~~~~~~ "You can buy a drink, a book, or an ext... more

Starlite

Everyone has a story at Starlite. With close to a century of splashy cocktails and shared stories within its walls, Starlite shines as a historic and revered San Francisco establishment. A host to the most lively of parties, impresarios, and celebrit... more

Sunnyside Conservatory

Immerse you and your guests through the hundred-year-old garden, rejuvenated with a thriving collection of drought-tolerant plants, succulents and palms. Complimenting the landscape is the octagonal redwood conservatory, originally built in 1898. The... more

The Cannery

The Cannery, located at the foot of Columbus Street, overlooks San Francisco Bay. It was originally built in 1907 and was once the largest peach cannery in the world. Today, The Cannery is a waterfront marketplace featuring lots of charm, unique sho... more

The Fillmore

The Fillmore was a dance hall operating under various names and managements - The Get Acquainted Society, Ambassador Dance Hall - through the 1930s, and a roller rink through the 1940s. In 1952, local entrepreneur Charles Sullivan began to book some... more

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The Human Rights Campaign Shop

The San Francisco Store offers a wide spectrum of merchandise featuring the signature Human Rights Campaign's Equality logo. Our apparel selection includes t-shirt, sweatshirt, jackets and caps. We also offer a wide variety of merchandise including k... more

The Mint

A great place to cut loose with your friends. There's almost always somebody singing.   A karaoke institution.   Perfect for buds, groups and lots of laughs. more

The Old San Francisco Mint

Once a repository for one-third of the nation's gold reserves, the Old Mint embodies the resilient spirit of San Francisco. A distinctive presence in San Francisco, the Old Mint is perfect for a wide variety of corporate and social gatherings such as... more

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The Roxie

The Roxie is an amazing influence on independent cinema in San Francisco. The Roxie is the place to go for unique movies, classics, film festivals and so much more. Roxie Theater is located in the heart of San Francisco's Mission District, at 311... more

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The Stud

The Stud is San Francisco's oldest LGBT bar and one of the world's most famous drag bars... The bar, nightclub, performance space, and community center has found its new location in the heart of SoMa district. more

Tosca Cafe

Treat yourself to a little class! Imagine yourself in the past as you step up to a beautifully polished 40's style cocktail bar and drop a quarter in the old opera juke box. Tosca Cafe serves great decaf cappuccinos and potent martinis and cosmopol... more

Transamerica Building

The Transamerica Pyramid at 600 Montgomery Street between Clay and Washington Streets in the Financial District, is a 48-story futurist skyscraper... The building no longer houses the headquarters of the Transamerica Corporation, which moved its U.S.... more

Trinity + St. Peter's Episcopal Church

Come and join us for lively worship, beautiful music, and a warm and embracing community. The main sanctuary is an acoustic and architectural marvel and our worship on Sunday mornings reflects the glory of the space! St. Peter's Hall, our recently... more

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