Presidio Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Presidio of San Francisco
This former military base combines history and culture with open spaces, spectacular views and the Jedi Master Yoda!
Walt Disney Family Museum
Discover the man behind Mickey Mouse at this interactive museum located in the heart of San Francisco’s Presidio neighborhood.
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.
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.
Presidio Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in San Francisco at Presidio Golf Course. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this vibrant area.
Marshall Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Marshall Beach during your trip to San Francisco?
Activities
San Francisco City Day Tour: GPS-Guided Drive
Alcatraz & San Francisco Combo Private Small Group Tour
San Francisco: Silent Disco Yoga at Baker Beach
Express San Francisco Layover Tour w Airport Pickup and Dropoff
Self-Guided Palace of Fine Arts to Golden Gate Bridge Audio Tour
Private San Francisco Sunset Photography Experience
Our pick of the best Presidio Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Reviewed on 24 Jul. 2025
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Reviewed on 23 Jul. 2025
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Reviewed on 25 Jul. 2025
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025
InterContinental Mark Hopkins by IHG
Reviewed on 25 Jul. 2025
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
Reviewed on 23 Jul. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Presidio
Pacific Heights
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.
Marina District
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.
Cow Hollow
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.
Western Addition
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.
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.
Russian Hill
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.
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