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Union Square
Pedestrian Plaza and Plaza
Downtown San Francisco-Union Square, San Francisco
Has a stamp of approval from Michelin Travel & Lifestyle and The Corcoran Group
"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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Get some downtown sun here on a nice afternoon before the fog rolls in.
Amit AggarwalJune 30, 2014Not at all a good and not safe for going out for tourists if going in evening
Miracle DayJune 30, 2011The historic rallies won't compare to what will be happening on 7.7.11. Join the March #MiracleDay
Wendy QiJuly 15, 2012Movie nights in union square! Showing the artist on July 14 -- happy Bastille day :)
Great place for kids to burn off energy chasing pigeons.
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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.
Open until 7:00 PM (Show more)
- Mon–Sun
- 7:30 AM–7:00 PM
(415) 781-7880
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Places inside Union Square
- 5.4
"Great spot to stop & chill after a day of running around. The coffee twist pastry was good too."
Mike Lee 
"Designed by Timothy Pflueger and opened in 1943, this was the world's first underground parking garage."
Jason Moy- 6.9
"Recently opened for the winter season... even if you can't skate, it's a perfect place for people watching."
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- 8.7
"Nice street with a unique shape. Come before noon to get a nice photos as in the afternoon sun will be in front of you."
Majed Alashari - 9.6
"Beautiful park to! You can rent tandem bikes or go quadcycling!"
Tim Deng 
"Start at the Ferry Building farmers market, grab a burger at Gott’s Roadside, and eat by the water. Then stop by the Exploratorium’s new location for some wow and wonder."
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Places people like to go after Union Square
- 7.3
"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 - 8.4
"Highly recommend the Vietnamese tacos & the crispy corn fritters!"
Starr Violet - 8.6
"Great service, they really take time to help you."
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