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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)
"Amazing views while you wait."(13 Tips)
"nice relaxing outdoor cafe with free WiFi"(5 Tips)
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Named after the rallies that took place here in support of the Union Army during the American Civil War.
Chabad LubavitchAugust 14, 2011Site of the World's first public Giant Menorah lighting Nov 26, 1975 Read more
Do NOT come all the way to San Francisco and eat at the CheeseCrap Factory.
I agree with Shawn C., don't come to SF to eat at Cheesecake Facotry. It's a tourist trap & mediocre food at best. Union Sq park is also great for people-watching.
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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 (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- 7.0
"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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- 8.1
"A nice safe and clean walk with the finest yuppies SF has to offer keeping you company. Clean Sanchez is way better than the alternative."
Nick Damiano - 7.4
"Good for letting the children roam or hanging out and enjoying a cup of joe. Farmers market on Saturday mornings."
Damian Bayona - 6.7
"With two play structures and nice wide open space, this place makes a perfect spot for the morning exercise routine. Nice photography hotspot!"
Bennett W Wong
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- 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
"Caramel pecan cheesecake is awesome and you should try fresh lemonade :)"
Emin G. - 8.6
"Fast free WiFi, friendly &helpful staff, a wide range of everything you don't know you need till you touch them. Wonderful!"
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