Presidio Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Presidio of San Francisco showing a bay or harbour, a bridge and heritage architecture

Popular places to visit

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Presidio of San Francisco

4.5/5(23 reviews)

This former military base combines history and culture with open spaces, spectacular views and the Jedi Master Yoda!

Presidio of San Francisco
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Baker Beach

This golden stretch of beach at the foot of the imposing serpentine cliffs offers panoramic views of the Golden Gate Bridge and the Marin Headlands.

Baker Beach
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Walt Disney Family Museum

Discover the man behind Mickey Mouse at this interactive museum located in the heart of San Francisco’s Presidio neighborhood.

Walt Disney Family Museum
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Crissy Field

Sitting near one of the USA’s iconic structures, the Golden Gate Bridge, this relatively new attraction has a major city on one side and a beach on the other.

Crissy Field
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Presidio Tunnel Tops

Explore the great outdoors at Presidio Tunnel Tops, a lovely green space in San Francisco.

Presidio Tunnel Tops
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Marshall Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Marshall Beach during your trip to San Francisco?

Marshall Beach

Activities

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Presidio Main Post Walking Tour

NZ$63
Per adult
Presidio Main Post Walking Tour
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Golden Gate Trail: A Presidio Journey in San Francisco

NZ$1,227
Per adult
Golden Gate Trail: A Presidio Journey in San Francisco
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Private San Francisco Sunrise Photography Experience

NZ$568
Per adult
Private San Francisco Sunrise Photography Experience
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Marin Headlands Gravel Biking Tour Starting in San Francisco

NZ$324
Per adult
Marin Headlands Gravel Biking Tour Starting in San Francisco
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San Francisco: Silent Disco Yoga at Baker Beach

NZ$48
Per adult
San Francisco: Silent Disco Yoga at Baker Beach
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Private San Francisco Sunset Photography Experience

NZ$568
Per adult
Private San Francisco Sunset Photography Experience
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Our pick of the best Presidio Hotel Deals

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
4 out of 5
424 Clay St, San Francisco, CA
The price is NZ$229 per night from 26 May to 27 May
NZ$229
per night
26 May - 27 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,602 reviews)
"Great staff members and easy access to downtown areas"

Reviewed on 12 May 2024

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway, an IHG Hotel
3.5 out of 5
1500 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA
The price is NZ$277 per night from 22 May to 23 May
NZ$277
per night
22 May - 23 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,528 reviews)
"There were a fair amount of unhoused people in the surrounding blocks. I came to visit the museum which was in walking distance from the hotel but the staff said it was not safe to walk and to take an uber ( I agreed and I did)"

Reviewed on 13 May 2024

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway, an IHG Hotel
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
4 out of 5
2500 Mason St, San Francisco, CA
The price is NZ$262 per night from 21 May to 22 May
NZ$262
per night
21 May - 22 May
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (6,188 reviews)
"Staff was very kind"

Reviewed on 12 May 2024

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
The Westin St. Francis San Francisco on Union Square
The Westin St. Francis San Francisco on Union Square
4.5 out of 5
335 Powell Street, San Francisco, CA
The price is NZ$323 per night from 7 Jun to 8 Jun
NZ$323
per night
7 Jun - 8 Jun
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,696 reviews)
"Great place to stay"

Reviewed on 11 May 2024

The Westin St. Francis San Francisco on Union Square
Hotel Zephyr San Francisco
Hotel Zephyr San Francisco
4 out of 5
250 Beach Street, San Francisco, CA
The price is NZ$333 per night from 28 May to 29 May
NZ$333
per night
28 May - 29 May
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,497 reviews)
"Great location on Fisherman's wharf. Good to have gaming area and fireside seating in court yard"

Reviewed on 9 May 2024

Hotel Zephyr San Francisco
Handlery Union Square Hotel
Handlery Union Square Hotel
3.5 out of 5
351 Geary St, San Francisco, CA
The price is NZ$269 per night from 20 May to 21 May
NZ$269
per night
20 May - 21 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,859 reviews)
"Was able to check in early was a live saver. Staff was great and nice my room was nice and organized. While everything was a little hilly, it’s around everything you would want."

Reviewed on 9 May 2024

Handlery Union Square Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Presidio

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Richmond District

You'll enjoy the churches and live music in Richmond District. You might want to make time for a stop at Golden Gate Park or Presidio of San Francisco.

Richmond District
Pacific Heights featuring a garden

Pacific Heights

4/5(8 area reviews)

Take time in Pacific Heights to visit attractions like Presidio of San Francisco and Mrs. Doubtfire House. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at California St & Van Ness Ave Stop to see more of the city.

Pacific Heights
Marina District which includes heritage architecture as well as a small group of people

Marina District

4/5(76 area reviews)

The beautiful waterfront views and popular shops are just a few highlights of Marina District. Make a stop by Presidio of San Francisco or San Francisco Bay while you're exploring the area.

Marina District
Cow Hollow featuring signage and street scenes

Cow Hollow

4.5/5(11 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants a bustling marina and top sights from Union Street to Van Ness Avenue – discover Cow Hollow, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Cow Hollow
Western Addition which includes a coastal town, a house and heritage architecture

Western Addition

4.5/5(20 area reviews)

Alamo Square and Painted Ladies are top sights in Western Addition, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Duboce Avenue & Noe Street Station or Duboce Ave & Church St Stop to see more sights in the area.

Western Addition
California Academy of Sciences showing interior views as well as a large group of people

Golden Gate

If you're spending time in Golden Gate, check out sights like Golden Gate Park or San Francisco Botanical Garden and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Irving St & 9th Ave Stop or Irving St & 8th Ave Stop.

Golden Gate

Presidio Travel Guide

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