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Union Square
Pedestrian Plaza and Plaza
Downtown San Francisco-Union Square, San Francisco
The experts at The Corcoran Group and Michelin Travel & Lifestyle 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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Gulia Ismailova-AdamsSeptember 22, 2012Enjoy your lunch on the lawn while people watching and soaking up the sun!!!!!
Caitie SmithOctober 18, 2014Avoid the Square during the Nike Women's Marathon. You can not move BC it's so packed
Suddenly SophiaJune 22, 2011Feed some birds, have a great conversation, sip some coffee or wine, and take pictures of people.
Isa IsaacsMarch 8, 2010an April 24, 2010, 7:50 - 10:10 pm, join Temple of Poi as they host an incredible line up of internationally renowned fire dancing artists from around the globe. Read more
Basy HaOctober 7, 2014Okeish. Construction work made it look bad. Not the best city center I've been to.
Free wifi what else do u want.. Must be at the center of the square to get a good strong signal.
KaRiM OnTheGoAugust 17, 2010Please pick up after yourself...Christmas tree lighting and a hot cup of cocoa is a must!!!
The Times Square of SF. I'd tell you to avoid it at all costs, but you're not going to, so might as well check it off your list.
Other than the panhandlers, its a great place to just take it in
Marina MarescaApril 26, 2012Give a hug to the silver monkey man playing classical guitar, aka my friend Marzipan
A great place to watch people. Watch out for the bums though.
Sabotage BeatsFebruary 11, 2012If you smoke weed in the park you will be asked to leave by security. Lol.
brooks grigsonMarch 25, 2010If you want to do the double-decker tour bus be sure to negotiate the price. Especially if the bus is nearly empty they can come down quite a bit.
Amy BNovember 10, 2015For tourists it's ideal. For locals avoid like the plague. Too many people. All the same shops as any mall.
for a relaxing time, call on union square time! go to gold dust and get a mimosa while your at it!
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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.
Closed until 7:30 AM tomorrow (Show more)
- Mon–Sun
- 7:30 AM–7:00 PM
(415) 781-7880
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Wi-Fi
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Places inside Union Square
- 5.5
"Take a break from shopping and enjoy a delicious cup of coffee and a sour cherry pastry while sitting outside in the middle of Union Square."
The Corcoran Group 
"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."
Kenneth Cole Productions
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- 8.6
"The view of San Francisco at Lombard Street is one of the most beautiful city scenery I've ever seen. The hill-like street with a lot of flowers is absolutely beautiful"
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"Best Day Ever!"
Jason Husted- 6.5
"Interesting people, vendors Thursday & Friday. Wednesday & Saturday has Heart of the City farmers' market. Hard to beat that."
Nancy Ann
Places people like to go after Union Square
- 7.0
"The mall is huge, but please visit the Cheesecake Factory in the 8th floor. The macadamia cheesecake was one of the best one I ever had."
medvedev
- 8.2
"One od the best places to relax and enjoy the view. Extensive menu, low-cal options as well. Great food, great cheesecakes, great views and very nice playlist. Staff is very nice, especially Samantha"
Veronika Krizova - 8.1
"Probably the most beautiful Apple Store in the US. The shopper experience is incredible, as any other Apple store."
Arthur Câmara
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