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Travel Information

Everything you need to know for Gamesforum San Francisco

San Francisco, CA, USA
October 22, 2025

Visa & Entry Requirements

Visa Requirements

Visa required for most nationalities

Most international visitors require a visa to enter the United States. Check with US embassy for your specific country requirements. ESTA available for some countries.

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San Francisco Marriott Marquis

0m from venue
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Hotel Nikko San Francisco

300m from venue
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Free WiFi, Business Center, Fitness Center, Restaurant, Concierge, Spa

Luxury hotel in downtown San Francisco

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Hotel Zetta San Francisco

400m from venue
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4.1/5 stars
Free WiFi, Business Center, Fitness Center, Restaurant, Modern design

Modern boutique hotel in SOMA district

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Palace Hotel

500m from venue
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Historic luxury hotel in downtown San Francisco

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Hotel Union Square

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3.8/5 stars
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Budget-friendly hotel in Union Square

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Hotel Triton

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Getting Around

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Ride Share

Uber/Lyft from airport to downtown

Cost: $25-45

Duration: 30-45 minutes

🚌 Bus

Airport Shuttle

Direct shuttle service from SFO to downtown hotels

Cost: $17-25

Duration: 45-60 minutes

🚕 Taxi

Taxi Service

Direct taxi from SFO to downtown San Francisco

Cost: $45-65

Duration: 30-45 minutes

🚇 Metro

BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit)

Direct BART connection from SFO and Oakland airports

Cost: $8.95-12.95

Duration: 30-45 minutes

🚗 Car rental

Car Rental

Rental car with GPS navigation

Cost: $40-80/day

Duration: 30-45 minutes

🚶 Walking

Walking from BART

Short walk from Powell Street BART station

Cost: Free

Duration: 5-10 minutes

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Accessibility Information

Accessibility information will be updated soon.

We are committed to making our events accessible to everyone.

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Travel Tips

Before You Travel

  • • Check visa requirements and apply early if needed
  • • Book accommodations well in advance
  • • Purchase travel insurance
  • • Check weather forecasts and pack accordingly
  • • Download offline maps and translation apps

During Your Stay

  • • Keep important documents in a safe place
  • • Use hotel safes for valuables
  • • Stay hydrated and get enough rest
  • • Network with fellow attendees
  • • Take advantage of conference networking events