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Presidio of San Francisco
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Presidio of San Francisco

Presidio of San Francisco, 210 Lincoln Boulevard

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Type

Park

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Landmarks

About this place

For 218 years, the Presidio served as an army post for three nations. World and local events, from military campaigns to World Fairs and earthquakes, left their mark. Come enjoy the history and the natural beauty of the Presidio. Explore centuries of architecture. Reflect in a national cemetery. Walk along an historic airfield, through forests or to beaches, and admire spectacular vistas.

Website

National Park Service information

Hours

Presidio of San Francisco

Monday
All Day
Tuesday
All Day
Wednesday
All Day
Thursday
All Day
Friday
All Day
Saturday
All Day
Sunday
All Day

The Presidio is open 24 hours a day, every day of the year.

Directions

The Presidio lies at the north end of San Francisco at the south end of the Golden Gate Bridge. It can be reached from the north by crossing the Golden Gate Bridge and taking the first exit from Highways 1 and 101; from the east by way of Lombard Street (Highway 101); and from the south via Highway 1 and exiting just before the bridge.

Official directions

Weather & Seasonal Notes

The weather at the Presidio is typically cool and quite variable from location to location. The summer is often foggy and cool, so a light coat or sweater is appropriate year-round.

Activities

Arts and CultureBikingGolfGuided ToursSelf-Guided Tours - WalkingHikingFront-Country HikingWildlife WatchingBirdwatchingMuseum Exhibits

Courtesy of the National Park Service

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