Presidio Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Golden Gate Bridge featuring a bridge and mist or fog
Presidio of San Francisco showing a bay or harbour, a bridge and heritage architecture
Golden Gate Bridge which includes views, a bridge and landscape views
Presidio
Baker Beach featuring mist or fog, a bridge and a beach

Popular places to visit

Presidio of San Francisco featuring a monument, landscape views and a park

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
Walt Disney Family Museum

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
Baker Beach which includes rugged coastline, landscape views and a bridge

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
San Francisco

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
Presidio Golf Course

Presidio Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in San Francisco at Presidio Golf Course. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this vibrant area.

Presidio Golf Course
Yoda Fountain

Yoda Fountain

After visiting Yoda Fountain, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Francisco.

Yoda Fountain

Activities

San Francisco: Silent Disco Yoga at Baker Beach

San Francisco: Silent Disco Yoga at Baker Beach

NZ$55
per adult
San Francisco: Silent Disco Yoga at Baker Beach
San Francisco: Self-Driving Tour via the Golden Gate Bridge

San Francisco City Day Tour: GPS-Guided Drive

NZ$28
per traveller
San Francisco City Day Tour: GPS-Guided Drive
Alcatraz Combo with San Francisco Private Group City Tour in Jeep

Alcatraz & San Francisco Combo Private Small Group Tour

NZ$402
per adult
Alcatraz & San Francisco Combo Private Small Group Tour
Self-Guided Palace of Fine Arts to Golden Gate Bridge Audio Tour

Self-Guided Palace of Fine Arts to Golden Gate Bridge Audio Tour

NZ$17
per adult
Self-Guided Palace of Fine Arts to Golden Gate Bridge Audio Tour
Painted Ladies Alamo Square

Express San Francisco Layover Tour w Airport Pickup and Dropoff

NZ$480
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Express San Francisco Layover Tour w Airport Pickup and Dropoff
Sunset at The Golden Gate

Private San Francisco Sunset Photography Experience

NZ$582
per adult
Private San Francisco Sunset Photography Experience
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Our pick of the best Presidio Hotel Deals

Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG

Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG

3.5 out of 5
1177 Airport Blvd, Burlingame, CA
The price is NZ$186 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
NZ$186
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Burlingame. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.6/10 Good! (2,015 reviews)
"the room was nice and clean. the surrounding building and property, not so much...."

Reviewed on 10 Aug. 2025

Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
Hilton San Francisco Financial District

Hilton San Francisco Financial District

4 out of 5
750 Kearny St, San Francisco, CA
The price is NZ$251 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
NZ$251
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness center, and WiFi (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,623 reviews)
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Reviewed on 11 Aug. 2025

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
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$342 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
NZ$342
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (6,658 reviews)
Great location
"Riu plaza hotel is a nice hotel. It's a nice hotel walkable to a lot of good places to eat shop and sightseeing. The Pier 39, embarcadero and many other beautiful establishments are just a walk away from the hotel. The front desk staff were nice, and the concierge were a great help. The breakfast ..."

Reviewed on 11 Aug. 2025

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

3.5 out of 5
1500 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA
The price is NZ$259 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
NZ$259
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,406 reviews)
Great Spot
"Great views, area felt safe, easy access to public transportation. I'd definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

4 out of 5
200 Marina Blvd, Berkeley, CA
The price is NZ$262 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
NZ$262
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Berkeley. Enjoy free WiFi, a marina, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (3,228 reviews)
Thank you
"Amazing will be back"

Reviewed on 10 Aug. 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
Hyatt Regency San Francisco

Hyatt Regency San Francisco

4 out of 5
5 Embarcadero Center, San Francisco, CA
The price is NZ$397 per night from 29 Aug to 30 Aug
NZ$397
29 Aug - 30 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,799 reviews)
"The property is very well maintained. I would recommend the check in staff to let the guest know that you need to use your room key to use the elevators."

Reviewed on 11 Aug. 2025

Hyatt Regency San Francisco
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Other neighbourhoods around Presidio

Pacific Heights showing a park

Pacific Heights

4/5(8 area reviews)

Take time in Pacific Heights to visit attractions like Van Ness Avenue 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 featuring 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 San Francisco Bay or Chestnut Street while you're exploring the area.

Marina District
Cow Hollow showing 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
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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 which includes interior views as well as a large group of people

Golden Gate

If you're spending time in Golden Gate, check out sights like San Francisco Botanical Garden or Japanese Tea 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
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Russian Hill

4/5(1 area review)

Travellers choose Russian Hill for its pristine beaches. Hop aboard the metro at Hyde St & Filbert St Stop or Hyde St & Union St Stop and check out top sights like Macondray Lane.

Russian Hill

Presidio Travel Guide

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