San Francisco Travel Blog

Visit our San Francisco Travel Blog for interesting and informative articles on all there is to do, see and experience during your next visit to San Francisco!

Whether you're coming for a short visit or an extended stay, our San Francisco Travel Blog provides you with useful information about dining, shopping, attractions, and the best 'Things to do in San Francisco!'

Our San Francisco Hotel is located in the heart of Union Square and close to all there is to do, see and experience in beautiful San Francisco.

Our San Francisco Travel Blog is here to give you all the best advise, insight and recommendations for upcoming events, travel tips, 'San Francisco Things to Do' and more.

Also, the staff at Hotel Union Square is here to help you make the most of your visit and to ensure that you have everything you need during your stay.

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Activities

Top Things to do in Union Square

This San Francisco Visitors Blog article, ‘Things to do in San Francisco: Top Things to do in Union Square,’ provides you with just a few of the things you can do, see and experience in this very special San Francisco neighborhood.

May 30, 2019

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Maria Mancuso

Union Square is a popular central neighborhood in San Francisco. This gathering place is just one block from Hotel Union Square and is home to major department stores like Macy’s and Saks 5th Avenue...Read more >

Things to do in San Francisco: 5 Top Coffee Shops in San Francisco

This article, ‘Things to do in San Francisco: 5 Top Coffee Shops in San Francisco,’ gives you a list of some of the best, most unique and ‘can’t be missed’ shops who specialize in art of the brewed bean!

May 21, 2019

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Maria Mancuso

Enjoying coffee has become something just short of a religion and finding the next best ‘Coffee Shop’ is a welcomed journey filled with ‘hits and misses’ and we almost don’t want to find ‘the perfect cup’ – because for some, it is all about the journey and delicious coffee...Read more >

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Activities

Things to do in San Francisco: 9 Best Free things to do in San Francisco

San Francisco is one of the most popular cities to visit in the United States, and this article, ‘9 Best Free Things to do in San Francisco’ gives you a list of some of the best ‘Free’ things to do in our beautiful city!

May 5, 2019

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Maria Mancuso

This article, ‘9 Best Free Things to do in San Francisco’ presents you with options for some of the best things to do in San Francisco, that are free, or cost you very little to enjoy...Read more >

Things to do in San Francisco: Best Photo Spots in San Francisco

San Francisco is one of the most beautiful cities and this article, ‘Best Photo Spots in San Francisco’ gives you a list of locations and tips to capture the perfect ‘Instagrammable Photo.’

April 25, 2019

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Maria Mancuso

San Francisco has an unlimited number of great photo spots, and this list is in no way a complete list, but in this article, ‘Best Photo Spots in San Francisco’ we focus on giving you just a few of the very best photo spots...Read more >

Events

4 Top Summer Events in San Francisco | San Francisco Events

San Francisco hosts several fun and entertaining events during the Summer. See this short list of the ‘4 Top Summer Events in San Francisco’ you are sure to enjoy!

April 8, 2019

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Maria Mancuso

San Francisco hosts several great festivals, events and concerts each year in June and 2019 is no exception! Below is a list of just, ‘4 Top Summer Events in San Francisco’ - of course there are many more Summer Events for you to enjoy during your summer visit to San Francisco...Read more >

Activities

4 Top San Francisco Things to Do

See these ‘4 Top San Francisco Things to do’ – and begin planning a most memorable visit to our beautiful city – San Francisco!

March 20, 2019

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Maria Mancuso

Our San Francisco Visitors Blog is focused on providing you with tips and recommendations on the best things to do, see and experience during your next visit to San Francisco...Read more >

About Hotel Union Square

Built in 1913, our Union Square Hotel was San Francisco's first boutique hotel. Original murals remain and are featured in the beautiful fusion of Art Deco and classic San Francisco style. The sleek furnishings sit amidst a rich color palate of crimson, shades of grey and earthy taupe.

Our ideal Union Square location puts our guests in the very heart of the San Francisco Shopping District and just 1 block from the historic Cable Car Turnaround. Guests at Hotel Union Square are a short stroll from top San Francisco Restaurants, Attractions and Activities.

Our boutique hotel offers an ideal location, beautiful accommodations and friendly service making Hotel Union Square a popular choice for both business and leisure guests.