San
Francisco has plenty to offer to the shopping enthusiast.
You will find shops, malls, boutiques, retail outlets, high end
and low end shopping while you are here. Whether you
prefer designer emporiums, eclectic neighborhoods specialty
shops or discount outlets, San Francisco will challenge even the
most experienced shopper. Below we have provided some of
the San Francisco area shopping spots. We hope the
information we provide will help you plan a great shopping
experience.
Places to Shop
24th
Street
- Stroll the main street in cozy Noe Valley and find
cafes, bakeries and boutiques. Easily accessible by public
transportation. (Between Castro & Church streets)
Chestnut
Street - The
center of the Marina District is known for a great selection of
retail stores, restaurants, cafes and bars. (Between Fillmore
& Divisadero streets)
Chinatown -
Chinese specialty shops, produce and fish
markets, herb pharmacies, book and art stores line the busy
streets. Restaurants are also a big draw for visitors. (Grant
Avenue)
Clement
Street - Restaurants,
book and record stores, Irish pubs, coffee houses and Chinese
produce markets make this colorful neighborhood popular with
locals & newcomers alike.
Fillmore
Street - Running through the heart of Pacific Heights is Fillmore
Street, lined with boutiques, upscale eateries and popular bars.
(Between Jackson and O'Farrell Streets)
Fisherman's
Wharf - The
best selection of souvenirs is available at the Wharf's many
specialty shops. (Jefferson Street, PIER 39 to Hyde Street)
Hayes
Street - A budding neighborhood shopping district.
Galleries, furniture stores and urban clothing boutiques. Cafes
and restaurants. Near the Civic Center.
Jackson
Square
- With its narrow lanes, Victorian architecture and
brick buildings,
this historic area is an excellent area for antique shopping.
Polk
Street - This "gulch" between Pacific Heights and Nob and
Russian Hills is a diverse neighborhood with many specialty
shops, boutiques, restaurants and antique stores.
South
of Market - Great
bargains can be found at the many factory discount outlets and
hip clothing stores spread out throughout the district.
Galleries, cafes, nightclubs.
Union
Square - Within a 1/2 mile radius of the square is every major
department store and specialty store imaginable. Shop 'til' you
drop!
Upper
Sacramento Street - A
quaint shopping area with a French country ambiance. Antique
stores, boutiques and cozy dining spots. (Divisadero to Spruce
streets)
San
Francisco has plenty to offer to the shopping enthusiast.
You will find shops, malls, boutiques, retail outlets, high end
and low end shopping while you are here. Whether you
prefer designer emporiums, eclectic neighborhoods specialty
shops or discount outlets, San Francisco will challenge even the
most experienced shopper. Below we have provided some of
the San Francisco area shopping spots. We hope the
information we provide will help you plan a great shopping
experience.