| chestnut street's restaurants are a 7-minute walk away. straightforward rooms have contemporary furnishings, plus free wifi, flat-screen tvs, minifridges and coffeemakers. this unfussy hotel in the marina district sits on the arterial road connecting the golden gate bridge to downtown. freebies include parking and a continental breakfast of pastries, fruit and juice, served in the dining area. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. fishermans wharf is 4 minutes away by car, and golden gate park is a 15-minute drive
San Francisco International Airport 27 min
Ghirardelli Chocolate Marketplace (9 min)
Shops and restaurants fill this 3-level landmark former chocolate factory near Fisherman's Wharf. Twin Peaks (23 min)
Renowned, 180-degree views of the Bay Area are offered at this 64-acre park with hiking trails. Golden Gate Park (10 min)
The city's 1,000-ac. oasis draws hikers, bikers, art lovers & music fans. Union Square (12 min)
Well-known vibrant neighborhood featuring a range of upscale shops, restaurants, hotels & nightlife. The Painted Ladies (12 min)
Historical row of Victorian houses well-known for appearances on movies, TV shows & postcards. Alcatraz Island (10 min)
Notorious prison & once home to Al Capone, now a museum with audio tour, accessible by ferry. California Academy of Sciences (17 min)
Natural history museum with an aquarium, planetarium & scientists conducting a variety of research. Ferry Building (15 min)
Vendors sell produce, cheese, coffee, candy & prepared food in this soaring, restored 1898 space. The Palace Of Fine Arts (4 min)
This Greco-Roman palace & architectural attraction hosts an ever-changing roster of performing arts. Coit Tower (11 min)
Storied 1930s-era building known for its WPA murals, 360-degree views & resident flock of parrots. Exploratorium (11 min)
Hundreds of interactive, educational exhibits & activities illustrating scientific principles. San Francisco Cable Car Museum (10 min)
Antique cable cars on exhibit in the historic building that houses the cable-pulling equipment. PIER 39 (10 min)
Bustling bayside pier featuring scenic views, sea-lion sightings, eateries, shops & entertainment. San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (16 min)
Contemporary & modern paintings, installations, photographs, media & more in a sleek space. Golden Gate Bridge (6 min)
Famed 4,200-ft. art deco suspension bridge open to car, bike & foot traffic. | 
