The War Memorial Opera House was built and opened in 1932, providing a home for the San Francisco Ballet from its earliest days and was at the time, the largest and most technologically advanced in the United States. The venue underwent a huge renovation following the cataclysmic 1989 Loma Prieta earthquake and now boasts a modern yet luxurious interior, with disability access and various bars and booths for patrons to use during intermissions, making it both a local and international landmark in the world of theater.

Opened in 1922, The Golden Gate Theatre was originally a vaudeville venue, and then became a main movie theater. In the late 1970s, the movie theater venue was restored and became a performing arts venue. The Golden Gate is owned by the theatrical producing company SHN, and has staged many main Broadway shows.

Opened in 1980 and named for philanthropist Louise M. Davies, this premier music venue was purpose-built for the San Francisco Symphony, giving it its own modern and elegant space for concerts. Designed with acoustics at the forefront, Davies Symphony Hall is known for its warm, balanced sound and flexibility to host various groups from chamber orchestras to the full symphony. The glass facade on the Grove Street side of the building provides a striking view of the Civic Center Plaza and allows natural light to flood the lobby, illuminating the building's clean, minimalist design that lets the music take center stage. Served by the Muni and BART, it is easily accessible for locals and visitors and is close to the San Francisco Opera and Ballet at the War Memorial Opera House.

Built originally from wood and plaster for the 1915 Panama-Pacific International Exposition, the Palace of Fine Arts is one of San Francisco's most beloved landmarks in its serene setting in the Marina District. Intended to evoke the same romantic ideals as tranquil Roman ruins by its creator Bernard Maybeck, it was refurbished in the 1960s and boasts Classical Revival architecture including its famous rotunda that stands 162 feet tall and a reflecting pool that offers a sense of peace and a beautiful home for many creatures including ducks, swans and turtles. The theatre has a capacity of 1,000 and hosts various entertainments including comedy, concerts, lectures and more. A symbol of the city's resilience and commitment to the arts, it is a monument to the nature of artistic achievement and community pride.