SOMA/YERBA BUENA bayview opera house WHAT TO SEE & DO san Francisco Travel Association; gustavo Fernandez for drew Altizer The south of Market neighborhood (a.k.a. “soMa”) is stacked with major institutions on or close to Market and Mission streets. • here you’ll find The Moscone Center , the city’s premier convention venue, alongside the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts and Yerba Buena Gardens . • Nearby are cutting-edge museums including the Museum of the African Diaspora , Contemporary Jewish Museum , California Historical Society Museum , Children’s Creativity Museum and San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA) . • First-rate food is available at Michelin-starred Luce in the interContinental hotel; Barcha , which offers a modern twist on Mediterranean and Middle eastern flavors; or Alexander’s Steakhouse , where you’ll find American fare with Japanese influences. • it’s always tea time at Samovar Tea Lounge overlooking • soMa is home to lots of luxe accommodations. The Four Yerba buena gardens. For something more casual, head to the TableTop Tap House or ThirstyBear Brewing Company . Seasons , W Hotels , St. Regis , Virgin Hotels and Hotel VIA all have properties in this neighborhood. Neighborhoods . 51
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