Spanish Colonialism, Latin American immigration, fashion-forward hipsters, innovative humanitarianism (Kiva, 826 Valencia, Mission Murals, etc), boutique coffee, retro clothing/furniture (X21), etc... the Mission pushes fearlessly along the cutting edge.
One of the city's biggest neighborhoods comprises everything from the Mission Dolores and Dolores Park to Bernal Heights.
Sunny days and active night life - enjoy!
Wikipedia: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mission_District,_San_Francisco,_California