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About The Commonwealth Club
The Commonwealth Club is San Francisco’s premier waterfront venue for thoughtful discourse, public affairs forums, and cultural programs. Opened as the Club’s modern headquarters in mid-2015, this fixture at 110 The Embarcadero brings together two well-appointed auditoria, intimate lounges, and a rooftop deck, all designed to host engaging conversations and high-profile events. Whether you’re attending a Climate One program, the California Book Awards, or a private gathering, we’ve got you covered with clear, easy-to-follow ticketing and venue details.
Running a smooth event experience starts with practical planning. Below you’ll find seating layouts, parking and transit options, and nearby hotels and dining that align with your itinerary. Think of us as your insider in the know for securing the right seats and arranging convenient logistics.
Venue at a glance: The Commonwealth Club sits along San Francisco’s Embarcadero waterfront and features two main auditoria and comfortable lounges. Taube Family Auditorium seats 299, while Toni Rembe Rock Auditorium seats 150. A smaller meeting room accommodates about 60 guests. The venue’s rooftop deck offers unique event spaces for receptions or casual gatherings with water views.
Parking & transit: Nearby garages include Rincon Center, Hills Plaza, and One/Three Embarcadero Center. Park/SpotHero options may be available for your event date; rates vary by garage. The venue is easily accessible by BART (Embarcadero), Muni, ferries, and is near the Ferry Building and multiple transit lines, making arrival simple for attendees across the Bay Area.
Nearby hotels: For out-of-town guests, walking-distance options include 1 Hotel San Francisco and Hotel Griffon, both convenient for pre-show dinners or post-event strolls along the Embarcadero. We also recommend our affiliate partners for comfortable stays with great access to the venue.
Why visit: The Commonwealth Club hosts notable programs and speakers, with a history of bringing high-profile guests to dialog on climate, economics, policy, and culture. Past guests include Maria Shriver and Steve Forbes. Whether you’re attending a public program or booking a corporate gathering, we’ll help you secure seats and coordinate logistics with minimal fuss.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 110 The Embarcadero, San Francisco, CA 94105.
- Venue type: Public affairs forum and waterfront event venue (two auditoria + lounges + rooftop deck).
- Seating/chart: Taube Family Auditorium seats 299; Toni Rembe Rock Auditorium seats 150; smaller meeting space seats about 60.
- Parking: Nearby garages (e.g., Rincon Center, Hills Plaza, One/Three Embarcadero Center) with Park/SpotHero options; rates vary by garage.
- Transit: Easy access via BART (Embarcadero), Muni, and ferries; close to Ferry Building and multiple transit lines.
- Nearby hotels: 1 Hotel San Francisco and Hotel Griffon are within walking distance.
- Notable events: Hosts Climate One and California Book Awards programs; past notable guests include Maria Shriver and Steve Forbes.
- Renamed/renovation status: The venue is the Commonwealth Club’s modern headquarters opened mid-2015; no demolition; building at 110 The Embarcadero remains in use as of 2026.