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About Castro Theatre
The Castro Theatre in San Francisco is a landmark single-screen movie palace known for its grand presence and ongoing renovations, now hosting a mix of film festivals, screenings, and live performances. With a capacity of 1,407 and updated configurations to support accessibility, this historic venue remains a cornerstone of the city’s arts scene.
\nWhether you’re planning a classic film night, a festival screening, or a live entertainment event, we’ve got you covered with practical details on seating, parking, transit, and nearby lodging and dining to enhance your visit.
Location and access are straightforward: Castro Theatre sits at 429 Castro Street in the vibrant Castro neighborhood of San Francisco. The venue offers a seating map on each event page, with balcony seating approximating 600 seats and orchestra seating configured to improve accessibility and sightlines. For parking, there is a parking facility nearby, with limited on-street parking in the area. Travelers commonly reach the venue via Muni, BART, or Caltrain; Castro Muni Station is within comfortable reach and transit planners are available on-site for planning.
\nAs you plan your trip, consider nearby hotels such as Parker Guest House (520 Church St), Inn San Francisco (943 S Van Ness Ave), and Stanyan Park Hotel (750 Stanyan St). We offer affiliate recommendations for easy booking and great stays, plus nearby dining options to fuel your night before or after the show. For the best experience, secure your seats in advance through our trusted network and arrive early to enjoy the theatre’s historic lobby and architectural details.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Capacity: 1,407 total (orchestra seating reduced post-renovation for updated seating and ADA access).
- Address: 429 Castro Street, San Francisco, CA 94114.
- Venue type: historic single-screen movie palace used for films and live performances.
- Seating map: seating layout available on event pages; balcony seats approx. 600; orchestra seating adjusted for ADA and new configurations.
- Parking: parking lot behind the theatre is owned/operated by SFMTA; street/metered parking in the area is common and limited.
- Transit: near Castro Muni Station; plan travel via Muni, BART, or Caltrain (transit planners available on site).
- Nearby hotels: Parker Guest House (520 Church St), Inn San Francisco (943 S Van Ness Ave), Stanyan Park Hotel (750 Stanyan St).
- Notable events: Frameline SF International LGBTQ+ Film Festival; high-profile performances (e.g., Sam Smith residency) post-renovation.
- Renaming/demolition: not demolished or renamed; underwent renovation and reopened in 2026 under new management.