Also...We'd like a hotel in the range of a Hyatt, Westin or nice boutique style place like Klimpton or similar

Then stay at Union Square. plenty of hotel choices, better than those at the Wharf. Easier transportation to the game as well. You might take the T line to the game. It connects with a bus shuttle, or chose a bus. You are closer to the park at Union Square.

scribd.com/doc/196893/Candlestick-Ballpark-M…

http://www.sfmta.com/cms/mroutes/3comsvc.htm

perfect, thanks so much- that's exactly what we will do

And if staying in Union Square you'll take the 9X route. Don't take the T (ok, I never took it, but unless it's an express service, I'd stay away as 3rd street goes right through the 'rough' neighborhoods). 9X picks up at Sutter & Kearny or Stockton & Geary or Stockton & Ellis - easy walk from Union Square and hops on the freeway and drops you off right at the park. Rides home are a bit crowded but hey, it's still better than lines of cars leaving the park.

Hi

We are staying in Pacific Heights and also hoping to attend a game in September. I haven't, as yet, done much research on transportation around SF as we love walking but realise we need it for this sort of event. Is bus the only way to get there - is there a train service or is a combo of the two? Also how long does it take to get there?

Debs

check the link that girasol posted: http://www.sfmta.com/cms/mroutes/3comsvc.htm

You'll take the 47X most likely (which runs down Van Ness). Where are you staying (intersection)? From most of Pac Heights, the walk to Van Ness isn't that bad.

Thanks, checked the link (again) and scrolled down this time (doh!) more info and a little clearer now. Doesn't seem like a long journey either which is a bonus!

We are staying at the Drisco hotel on Pacific Ave believe the intersection is Broderick St?

Many thanks again.

Debs

cool. you'll have a bit of a walk, it's not bad, but it'll take at least 20 minutes. The bus picks up at Van Ness and California. You can also walk down to Broderick and California and hop on the 1 Line. Which then will drop off at Clay and Van Ness - and you'll need to walk 2 blocks back to California. Also, your transfer from the 1 line will not work on the 47X. It's a separate fare. Alright, hope that clears it up. It's not too bad!