Presidio Travel Guide
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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
Golden Gate Bay Cruise - Sail Around Alcatraz! (1-hour)
Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
San Francisco, Muir Woods, Sausalito and Optional Alcatraz Tour
California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission
California Sunset Cruise (2-hours)
Our pick of the best Presidio Hotel Deals
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
"Amazing hotel! Will definitely be coming back to stay here. Amazing views from the rooms!"
Reviewed on 24 June 2026
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
"Second time I stay here. It’s been nice both times."
Reviewed on 24 June 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
"This place is a great value, the rooms are spacious, and the breakfast is the real deal. Highly recommended!"
Reviewed on 25 June 2026
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
"Great stay and location. Staff are as friendly as they get paid for (bit doing anything extra friendly for free lol which is fine) and at some point the fire alarm went off but no one made sure everyone was out. They just closed the door (not lock) where the elevator was. I took the elevator and ..."
Reviewed on 22 June 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
"Smells like a great great grandmas house. The smell still lingers on my cloths. Air conditioning is ancient and doesn’t work. Only plus is the location. Also parking overnight is right at $70"
Reviewed on 25 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Presidio
Fisherman's Wharf
Travellers love Fisherman's Wharf for its popular shops, and you can see more of San Francisco by jumping on the metro at Jones St and Beach St Stop or Jefferson St & Taylor St Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Pier 39 and San Francisco Bay.
Union Square
Known for its charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Union Square. Check out top attractions like Westin St Francis Hotel Glass Elevators and Union Square, and jump on the metro at Powell St & Geary Blvd Stop or Powell St & Post St Stop to see more of the city.
Downtown San Francisco
Known for its fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Downtown San Francisco. Top attractions like Oracle Park and Chase Center are major draws. Catch the metro at Market St & 5th St Stop or Market St & Taylor St Stop to see more of the city.
South of Market
Gourmet restaurants great entertainment and top sights from Oracle Park to Chase Center – discover South of Market, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Nob Hill
Gourmet restaurants Chinatown and top sights from SF Masonic Auditorium to Cable Car Museum – discover Nob Hill, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Presidio Travel Guide
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