Destination
With its moderate climate, beautiful views, iconic landmarks, and a vast range of cuisines San Francisco is the ideal destination. With a 100 walkability score and access to several public transportation options, it is a city to explore.
The Conference will be held just a few blocks from the Smith-Kettlewell Eye Research Institute, in San Francisco's Pacific Heights Neighborhood. You can learn more about our neighborhood here.
Getting Here & Around
By Air: San Francisco can be accessed by three major international airports - San Francisco International Airport (SFO), Oakland International Airport (OAK), & San Jose International Airport (SJC). Across these airports one can choose from all major airlines.
By Car: If you would like driving directions from your specific destination to the Institute, visit Google Maps.
From the South Bay - Take 101 North. Exit 101 North at the US-101 N/Mission St exit toward Van Ness Ave/ G G Bridge (exit 434A). Turn right onto Mission St/US-101 N. Continue to follow US-101 N. Turn left onto Pine St. Turn right onto Fillmore St.
From the East Bay - Cross the Bay Bridge, then exit at Fremont St. Turn left onto Fremont. This becomes Front St. Turn left onto Pine St. Turn right onto Fillmore St.
From the North Bay - Take 101 South across the Golden Gate Bridge. After the Toll Plaza, keep left (marked "101 South") through the Presidio, which becomes Lombard Street after 1/2 mile. Stay on Lombard St until Fillmore St. Turn right at Fillmore Street.
Public Transportation: The Institute and the Conference Venue are along several MUNI bus routes. To learn more about SF's transportation options, please click here.
Where to Stay
San Francisco has a multitude of hotels to choose from. For closest options to the Conference Venue, we recommend exploring the Japantown neighborhood of San Fracisco. Hotels there including the Kimpton Hotel Enso and the Hotel Kabuki. A more affordable option that is about 10 blocks from the conference is the Holiday Inn Golden Gateway.
Things to Do & Where to Eat
San Francisco is a city for explorers! Please visit the Visit California and SF Travel sites for some ideas.
