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Itineraries to Guide your Visit

Discover ideas for all ages and interests.

Self-Guided Adventures

Self-guided adventures, sometimes in the form of downloadable guides, invite you discover the park’s nature and history. Find adventures from Geocaching to birdwatching.

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Top Things to See and Do 

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Presidio Tunnel Tops

Explore trails, picnic sites, and San Francisco’s biggest playground, with Golden Gate Bridge views.

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Hiking Trails & Biking Trails

Find a dozen major routes and find ideas for great biking adventures (including bike rentals).

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Scenic Overlooks

Discover breathtaking trailside views of the bay, forest, city skyline, and Golden Gate Bridge.

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Picnic Areas

Find a perfect spot, whether that’s an epic view, a sheltered area, grills, or a large group space.

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San Francisco Beaches

Find San Francisco’s best sand, surf, and views of the bay, ocean, and Golden Gate Bridge. 

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Art & Culture

The Presidio is home to outdoor art, a theatre, museums, and cultural events.

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Recreation & Wellness

Discover ways to have fun, break a sweat, or just escape from it all.

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Presidio Golf Course

Visit this 18-hole public golf course that features a restaurant, pro shop, and driving range.

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Experience the Presidio

The Presidio is San Francisco’s national park site, with endless trails, fun events, and unforgettable vistas of the Golden Gate Bridge.

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Itineraries

Find trails, beaches, picnic areas, playgrounds, a golf course, and much more.
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Food and Drink

Discover restaurants, cafes, snacks, and even pop up food trucks to fuel your adventure.
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Lodging and Camping

Enjoy historic hotels and scenic campsites surrounded by nature.
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Trails and Hiking

From rugged coastal hikes to gentle paths, there is trail for everyone in the Presidio.
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Golden Gate Bridge

A visit to this iconic landmark is one of the best things to do in San Francisco.
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Getting to the Park

Learn about the free Presidio GO Shuttle, public transit, biking, and more.
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History

Explore the origins of the Presidio and how it came to be.