PointSF: Explore Around You

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About this app

See San Francisco differently.

PointSF is a new way to explore the city using the simple act of pointing. Open the app, aim your phone at a place nearby, and get a quick, helpful summary of what it is, what it’s known for, and why it might be worth checking out.

Use PointSF while walking through San Francisco to learn about restaurants, bars, cafés, shops, landmarks, attractions, public art, parks, neighborhoods, and more. Point at a transit stop to see when the next bus is coming. Point at a mural, storefront, plaza, or hidden gem to uncover local context you might otherwise miss.

LOOK UP, NOT DOWN

Instead of constantly searching maps, scrolling reviews, or typing into search bars, PointSF helps you explore more naturally — by looking up, moving through the city, and noticing what’s already around you.

FOR VISITORS AND LOCALS

Whether you’re visiting San Francisco for the first time, rediscovering your own neighborhood, or seeing familiar streets with fresh eyes, PointSF helps reveal both iconic destinations and unexpected discoveries hiding in plain sight.

EXPLORE WHAT’S AROUND YOU

• Restaurants, bars, cafés, and local food spots
• Shops, boutiques, markets, and neighborhood retail
• Attractions, landmarks, museums, and things to do
• Public art, murals, parks, plazas, and viewpoints
• Transit stops with next bus arrival information
• Useful nearby details, links, and local context

DISCOVER WHAT MATTERS

• Point to identify places around you
• Get quick summaries based on where you are now
• Learn what a place is known for before you walk in
• Find local favorites, hidden stories, and useful details
• Turn everyday walks into moments of discovery

PointSF transforms the city itself into a more intuitive, interactive experience.

CURRENTLY SUPPORTED IN

• San Francisco

More cities coming soon.

What’s new

Point SF Beta