Market Street is a major thoroughfare in San Fransisco that extends five kilometers from the waterfront to the hills of Twin Peaks. When first built in 1874 it was the widest boulevard in town and was known for its grand Victorian architecture that can still be admired today.
Browse the boutiques around Union Square and stop to admire the 19th-century Flood Building, known for its flatiron shape. Stroll through the Castro District, one of the first gay villages in the United States, then visit the GLBT History Museum, which celebrates 100 years of the Bay Area's queer past through dynamic and surprising exhibitions.
Don’t miss your chance to ride a historic cable car that’s been operating in San Francisco since 1873. Jump on at the Powell/Market street turnaround near Union Square and ride to Fisherman’s Wharf, where you can tuck into fresh Dungeness crab at Embarcadero Farmer's Market and meet the resident seals at Pier 39.
Getting around Market Street
Running through the heart of San Francisco, Market Street is easy to reach by foot, car, train or bus. Bay Area Rapid Transit trains service the area, while regular buses provide transport throughout the city. Taxis and ride-sharing services are also available.