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Mission District

Mission

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Reviewed by Elena Voss · Roavina Travel Editor

About Mission District

The Mission District, commonly known as the Mission, is one of the oldest neighbourhoods in San Francisco. Its name comes from Mission San Francisco de Asís, built by the Spanish in 1776, and it has historically been one of the most notable centres of the city's Hispanic community. Walls and fences throughout the neighbourhood are decorated with murals, many celebrating its Latino heritage and mythology; some of the most significant are on the 24th Street corridor, Balmy Alley and Clarion Alley, many painted or supported by the Precita Eyes muralist organisation.

Checked 2026-11-10 · Source

Common questions

Where are the best-known murals in the Mission District?

Some of the most significant are on the 24th Street corridor, Balmy Alley and Clarion Alley.

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Nearby

Within 11 min on foot
  • Roxie Cinema 2 hours
    8 min walk

    Roxie Cinema

    • High
    • Entertainment venue
  • Mission Dolores Park 1 hour
    9 min walk

    Mission Dolores Park

    • Must see
    • Nature site
  • Mission San Francisco de Asis 30 min
    11 min walk

    Mission San Francisco de Asis

    • Must see · Heritage site
    • Place of worship

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