Moscone Center
Quick Facts
- Location
- USA, San Francisco
- Category
- Square & Landmark
- Duration
- 1-2 hours
- Opening Hours
- Varies by event schedule; open during scheduled events
- Ticket Price
- Varies by event; WWDC and similar events require developer registration
- Address
- 747 Howard St, San Francisco, CA, USA
- Coordinates
- 37.7840, -122.4010
Introduction
The Moscone Center is San Francisco's largest convention and exhibition facility, located at 747 Howard Street in the South of Market (SoMa) district. It consists of three connected halls: Moscone South, Moscone North, and Moscone Underground, with a total area exceeding 870,000 square feet. This venue is the core stage for San Francisco's major international conferences, industry exhibitions, and corporate annual meetings. Top tech world events including Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC), Google I/O, and Oracle OpenWorld are held here, underscoring San Francisco's status as the global center of technology innovation. The South Hall was designed by renowned architect Mark McLane, featuring large-span column-free space and movable wall systems, with a roof covered by solar photovoltaic panels making it one of the largest municipal solar installations in the United States. The center is adjacent to SFMOMA and Yerba Buena Gardens, allowing attendees to easily explore San Francisco's rich cultural and artistic resources.
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🛈 Practical Info
💡 Tips
FAQ
What are the opening hours of Moscone Center?
Varies by event schedule; open during scheduled events
How much is the admission for Moscone Center?
Varies by event; WWDC and similar events require developer registration
Any practical tips for visiting Moscone Center?
Major tech conference tickets sell out fast; register online as early as possible SoMa hotels fill up during events; book months in advance
How long should I spend at Moscone Center?
A typical visit takes 1-2 hours.
