52 x Art & Culture in San Francisco

Explore the vibrant art and culture scene of San Francisco. From museums and hidden galleries to beautiful architecture and street art, our Spotters have discovered the perfect places for every art and culture enthusiast. Admire The Palace of Fine Arts for its stunning architecture or don’t miss the Balloon Alley. Discover these and many more cultural gems in the city!

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52 Hidden Gems

Cornell Hotel de France

Beautiful hotel

"Cornell Hotel de France" in San Francisco is Jean D'Arc-themed and the building's over 100 years old. It's like a taste of France in the city...

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Kathleen

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Oct 27, 2025

Queen Anne Hotel

A haunted beauty

The "Queen Anne Hotel" in San Francisco exhibits the timeless romance and grand style that the Gold Rush brought to the city in the 1800s...

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Kathleen

Messmer

Oct 27, 2025

Graffiti Murals

Unbelievable

The Graffiti Murals in San Francisco, close to the Steiner end of Haight street, have been created by artists that are talented beyond imagination...

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Kathleen

Messmer

Oct 22, 2025

Ingleside Terraces Sundial

Largest in the US

The "Ingleside Terraces Sundial" in San Francisco is the largest sundial in the US. It's more than 100 years old & still tells the time very accurately...

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Kathleen

Messmer

Oct 21, 2025

Church of 8 Wheels

Holy rollers unite!

This San Francisco church has a rich history... today, the "Church of 8 Wheels", created by the Godfather of Skating, is the epicenter of the SF scene...

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Nadine

Johnson

Oct 20, 2025

Talk About Stairs!

Neighborhood steps up

You might notice that each brick on this staircase at San Francisco's Coit Tower has a name written on it. Here's the forgotten story behind those names.

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Kathleen

Messmer

Oct 18, 2025

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