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Live Music · San Francisco

Live Music & Concerts in San Francisco.

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live music$45

Courtney Barnett: Creature of Habit Tour

Australian indie rocker Courtney Barnett brings her witty storytelling, raw guitar hooks, and the Creature of Habit Tour to the legendary Fillmore stage.

Fri, Aug 28 at 3:00 AMDetails
live music$25

Son Rompe Pera Live

The acclaimed Mexican garage-cumbia marimba-punk band Son Rompe Pera performs an energetic live set at The Independent in San Francisco.

Fri, Aug 28 at 3:00 AMDetails
live music$38

Eagles Of Death Metal: Death By Sexy 20th Anniversary Tour

High-octane American rock band Eagles Of Death Metal celebrate two decades of their seminal album 'Death By Sexy' with a raucous performance at The Fillmore.

Wed, Sep 2 at 3:00 AMDetails
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Hand-Picked Venues & Spots in San Francisco

Palace of Fine Arts

4.8

Monumental Greco-Roman rotunda and colonnades mirrored in a tranquil lagoon

Constructed for the 1915 Panama-Pacific International Exposition, this architectural masterpiece in the Marina District features a towering classical rotunda, sweeping colonnades, weeping willows, and a peaceful lagoon inhabited by swans and ducks. It offers a romantic, serene sanctuary perfect for strolls and architectural photography.

Free3301 Lyon St, San Francisco, CA 94123

Twin Peaks

4.7

Spectacular 360-degree panoramic vantage point above San Francisco

Rising nearly 1,000 feet near the geographic center of the city, Twin Peaks provides an unmatched 360-degree panorama of downtown skyscrapers, the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz, the East Bay, and the Pacific Ocean. It is an unforgettable stop for photography, sunset watching, and feeling the brisk marine breeze.

Free501 Twin Peaks Blvd, San Francisco, CA 94114

Ferry Building Marketplace

4.6

Historic waterfront landmark with world-class artisanal foods and bay views

Set inside a restored 1898 transit hub at the foot of Market Street, the Ferry Building is the epicurean heart of San Francisco, showcasing local merchants selling gourmet cheeses, sourdough bread, craft coffee, seafood, and fresh pastries alongside panoramic views of the Bay Bridge.

~$201 Ferry Building, San Francisco, CA 94105

Japanese Tea Garden & Golden Gate Park

4.5

Tranquil koi ponds, arched moon bridge, and classical pagodas

Originally created as an exhibit for the 1894 Midwinter International Exposition, this is the oldest public Japanese garden in North America. Stroll tranquil pathways surrounded by manicured bonsai, azaleas, stone lanterns, a Zen dry garden, and a traditional teahouse serving green tea and Japanese confections.

~$1475 Hagiwara Tea Garden Dr, San Francisco, CA 94118

The Painted Ladies & Alamo Square

4.4

Iconic Postcard Row Victorian houses framed against the modern skyline

Perched on the eastern slope of Alamo Square Park, this famous row of colorful Queen Anne-style Victorian homes stands in striking contrast to the modern downtown skyline behind them. The park's rolling grassy lawns make it one of the city's favorite destinations for relaxing picnics and classic San Francisco photographs.

FreeSteiner St & Hayes St, San Francisco, CA 94117
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