Travel Tips & Information
Transportation
Driving | The Moscone Convention Center is conveniently located by major freeways 280 and 101. Street parking is limited but there are several parking garages located around the center. |
City Bike Share
| Ride by Bike! GDC has also partnered with the City Bike Share program. Head here for a list of more options for rental bike services by the day or week. View a map of the closest Bay Wheels Station. Open the Lyft app and click on the Two Wheels (bike) tab at the bottom they will have a full view of all stations and bikes available in San Francisco. |
Muni | Muni is one of the most economical ways to get to the event. Bus lines run often and stops are located extensively throughout the city. |
BART | BART is an economical and convenient way to travel to the event if you are staying near the BART line. Disembark at the Powell Street Station, exit to 4th and Market Streets, turn right on 4th, walk two blocks south to Howard and turn left, and you'll find Moscone South on your right and Moscone North on your left. |
Caltrain | Take Caltrain from the south bay to the Caltrain Station (Fourth & Townsend): Across Fourth street from the train station, you can board either the #15, #30, or #45 Muni lines and disembark at Third and Folsom. Walk one block North up towards Howard St. Turn left on Howard and you'll find Moscone South on your left and Moscone North on your right. |
Airports
San Francisco International Airport | The San Francisco International Airport is the Bay Area's largest airport and California's second busiest. Flying into SFO is the best option for international visitors. BART is connected to the airport providing easy access to the event and many surrounding hotels. Ride shares like Lyft and Uber, taxi, and rental car service is also available. |
Oakland Airport | Out-of-state event attendees may find better flight fares flying into the smaller Oakland Airport. BART also connects to OAK providing easy transport to the event and hotels. Ride shares like Lyft and Uber, taxi, and rental car services are also available. |
SF Travel Tips
511 | For information about San Francisco transit, weather, traffic conditions, and parking visit 511: The Bay Area Travel Guide. |
SFTravel | Visit SFTravel for San Francisco visitor tips or to take a virtual tour of the Moscone Center. |
Welcome Ambassadors | While visiting San Francisco, keep an eye out for the city’s official Welcome Ambassadors – in their signature bright orange jackets, with the words “Welcome Ambassador” written on the back. These ambassadors can help with directions, transit questions, and safety concerns. You can find them at the Moscone Center, along with downtown BART stations, transit hubs, and key tourist locations. |