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Union Square
Pedestrian Plaza and Plaza
Downtown San Francisco-Union Square, San Francisco
The experts at Michelin Travel & Lifestyle and The Corcoran Group recommend this place
"Ice skating , cold weather, Christmas decors... Perfect!"(14 Tips)
"Great spot for people watching"(12 Tips)
"Try to get a spot on the outside of the car for the best views."(13 Tips)
"nice relaxing outdoor cafe with free WiFi"(5 Tips)
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herm pugayMarch 1, 2015The Park itself is good. Needs more chairs and tables to sit. My reference standard is Bryant Park in Manhattan :)
CaliGirl SavaSeptember 11, 2014A lot of shops, restaurants, cafes very turisty. i am glad that we are staying in the Mission
Agu EstradaApril 20, 2018cherry blossoms! if you're sensitive to marijuana smoke, you may want to avoid staying too long in this area.- herm pugayNovember 2, 2014I'm here 5 days a week! And everything is in walking distance. Anything I want.
Park at Union Square Garage, eat at 1 of 2 Boudin locations at Macy’s, and visit the actual square!
Michelin Travel & LifestyleNovember 25, 2013Santa is taking photos inside Macy’s all day, music starts at 6pm, and the actual tree lighting is around 6:40. – Green Guide Editor
Gus MoreiraNovember 1, 2014Go to the cheesecake factory on top of Macy's. It's cheap and you get s looooot of food!
Scott BJune 28, 2013Great place to meet up and do some shopping. When here, don't forget to go to the Burger Bar
41560318June 10, 2014onion square! i have my favorite secret nooks within stores... and a secret for a reason.
AlKhuzama.October 3, 2017Great spot to have coffee and shopping , so many options with outdoor stores ✨💙
Alice SeoyeonOctober 3, 2014surrounding by luxurious and fancy brand stores like tiffany, goyard, victoria secret and so on.
Zack ThompsonApril 17, 2016The openness of it with the back drop beautiful department stores adds character to the city.
Philip TamMarch 4, 2015Beautiful classic spot in San Francisco. Always worth a stop to be away from the clutter.
Travelivery - Redefining the Way You Travel.January 22, 2014A great park within steps of amazing shopping, including Saks, Macy's, and Neiman's. Definitely worth the trip. http://sf.travelivery.com Read more
areejsJanuary 5, 2014Fun place to just hang out Also make sure to go to the Cheesecake Factory inside Macys :)
Be sure for a big crowd at not just the center, but at the big heart.
Daniel GNovember 10, 2014Relax, walk around, take a coffee, or just do nothing. This is a place for anything.
Mishell PaulinoJune 19, 2013Get a good view of Union Square from the Cheesecake Factory balcony on the top floor of Macy's.
Max Blue 🚴🍔November 22, 2014There are free outdoor power plugs near the benches for all your charging needs! \o/
Kelly MaderaSeptember 18, 2014That Cassandra summit things that happens annually is the best thing to happen to union square since 1999
PTBC Physical Therapy Board of CaliforniaSeptember 21, 2014Special thanks to the Parc 55 Hotel for being such a great host for the FSBPT Annual Delegate Assembly!
- Cesar TrejoJanuary 1, 2017In the heart of San Francisco!! Picture perfect spot and you'll love the atmosphere
Aline VazAugust 7, 2013Very nice for who wants to shop. Many stores around, good for a break during the day.
- Valentine's Day MovieFebruary 2, 2010The perfect place to hop on a cable car for the quintessential downtown San Francisco tour. Try to get a spot on the outside of the car for the best views. #vday
Nelson .January 27, 2014Wild SF Walking tours leave from here, highly recommended! #8 out of close to 1000 on trip advisor!
There is a gorgeous Christmas tree in the middle of the square now! 🎉🎅
- Jamie AFebruary 1, 2015not too many kid (younger than 3 yrs) friendly attractions in the area when it's not the holidays
Travel ChannelNovember 30, 2010Union Square is a haven for shoppers: look in any direction and you will see upscale department stores. Nearby, visitors can hop onto a cable car on Powell Street.
Tobi UnwetterSeptember 5, 2014Parking prices are reasonable and you can use the bathrooms with your parking ticket.
Contrustion still on going. Hope it will end next time visit.
Tourist trap and tons of shopping. Worth a look if you're an out of towner.- Harry EdwardsFebruary 28, 2015Lefty o'douls ,great beers on tap...:) wonderful sandwich 9_10.00 but good
- Island BruinApril 19, 2017Lots of construction on the Stockton St side of the square. Everything is chopped up.
Kawashima ShinjiNovember 8, 2014Ice skating link going to be there during winter, big Christmas tree too.
EY Customer HuntOctober 12, 2012Look between the stars of "Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?" and the original "A Star is Born" on a road that is the last letters of a sudden attack and find a plaque in honor of Dennis Sullivan
Hala AbuZiedNovember 17, 2015I loved the atmosphere but i didn't like the homeless ... Sometimes they get rough
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Union Square
333 Post St (btwn Powell & Stockton St)
San Francisco, CA 94108
United States
San Francisco, CA 94108
United States
Union Square SF is the heart of San Francisco - a bustling neighborhood surrounding a beautiful urban plaza.
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(415) 781-7880
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Places inside Union Square
- 5.4
"Lattes are great. Quality coffee all the way"
Ed Diaz 
"Designed by Timothy Pflueger and opened in 1943, this was the world's first underground parking garage."
Jason Moy- 6.8
"Recently opened for the winter season... even if you can't skate, it's a perfect place for people watching."
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- 8.6
"Definitely an interesting street. Beautiful scenery and a great spot for taking a photo"
Varoujan Panosyan - 7.1
"Good for letting the children roam or hanging out and enjoying a cup of joe. Farmers market on Saturday mornings."
Damian Bayona - 7.5
"Some spots smell terrible & lots of guys smoking pot, but still, very nice ↗️"
Daniel G
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- 7.0
"The associate team members here are actually very nice and friendly. The layout and organization of the store looks very neat. If you are nearby and in the purchase new clothes, this is it."
Bennett W Wong - 8.1
"Highly recommend the Vietnamese tacos & the crispy corn fritters!"
Starr Violet - 8.1
"Very helpful Geniuses. A great view above the staircase."
Justin Sullivan
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