Presidio Transit Center

Q: Is Presidio Transit Center near the Visitor Center and Presidio Tunnel Tops?

Yes, i t’s located at the south end of Presidio Tunnel Tops , just steps from Presidio Visitor Center .

This transit hub with a restaurant and picnic tables connects you to Presidio adventures.

Region

Main Post Region

Type

Retail & Services, Food & Drink

Interests

Community Engagement

Top Amenities

Accessible Parking, Accessible Restrooms, Picnic Tables, Wheelchair-accessible Picnic Tables, Paid Parking

Presidio Transit Center is where park visitors, residents, and employees connect with transportation options, supported by great services.

Located next to Presidio Visitor Center and Presidio Tunnel Tops, Presidio Transit Center is where both routes of the free Presidio GO Shuttle and the San Francisco Muni 43 bus line converge. Nearby, you’ll also find Bay Wheels Bike Share and bicycle parking.

Presidio Transit Center has services to support a great day in the park including a restaurant and indoor and outdoor picnic tables. Public restrooms with changing stations are open daily.

Getting to Presidio Transit Center

Presidio Transit Center

By Public Transit

Muni Route: 43

Stop: Presidio Transit Center

Muni Schedule

By Presidio GO Shuttle

Route: Downtown & South Hills

Stop: Presidio Transit Center

Presidio GO Shuttle Schedule

Parking

Paid parking is available in a lot northeast of Presidio Transit Center on Graham Street and French Court. There is also a large paid parking lot along Anza Avenue just across Lincoln Boulevard.

Why We Love Presidio Transit Center

Presidio Transit Center offers three essential things for a great day in the park – ways to get around, food, and restrooms. Simply pass through here on your way to a park adventure or hang out at Il Parco restaurant (opening fall 2023) or on the indoor and outdoor picnic tables. And Presidio Pop Up food vendors are nearby.

Accessibility at Presidio Transit Center

There are several parking spots for those with mobility limitations in nearby parking lots. All Presidio GO Shuttle buses can accommodate up to two wheelchairs. Service animals are welcome on the shuttles. For information about accessibility on SF Muni, visit their website.

Insider Tip

Next door to Presidio Transit Center is the Presidio Visitor Center, the “front door” to your national park experience. Get ideas from a ranger, check out interactive exhibits, pick up a free map, and buy unique souvenirs and even jackets and sweatshirts (for when the fog rolls in).

Woman renting a bicycle at a Bay Wheel Bike Share station at Presidio Transit Center. Photo by Rachel Styer.

The Presidio's Transportation Hub

Presidio Transit Center offers transportation and food options for visitors as well as those who live and work in the park.

Presidio GO Shuttle (formerly PresidiGo Shuttle)

The free Presidio GO Shuttle has two routes, both originating at the Presidio Transit Center. The South Hills Route makes stops around the park. The Downtown Route connects to transit links in San Francisco. Both run daily and are open to all.

San Francisco Muni 43

The SF Muni 43 stops at Presidio Transit Center in both directions and runs north-south through the center of San Francisco, from the Marina District and Fort Mason through Golden Gate Park and Haight-Ashbury all the way down to Crocker Amazon in the Excelsior District.

Bicycles

Presidio Transit Center has bike racks and bike lockers nearby. Bay Wheels Bike Share  stations with classic (non-electric) bicycles are located here. Just use your Lyft app to rent one.

Restrooms

Large, gender-inclusive restrooms are located at the Presidio Transit Center. There are also private family restrooms.

Il Parco

Il Parco, an eatery offering convenient Italian-inspired food, is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Picnic Tables

Community picnic tables are available to everyone on a first-come, first-served, basis (not reservable, no grills) nearby at Picnic at Transit. There is also a sheltered patio with picnic tables attached to Presidio Transit Center. Bring your own food or pick up lunch from Il Parco cafe or the nearby Presidio Pop Up food vendors.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where do I find the Presidio GO Shuttle schedule?

Visit the Presidio GO Shuttle page to see the schedule and routes and sign up for text alerts.

Are there restrooms at Presidio Transit Center?

Yes, gender-inclusive and private family restrooms are located here. Restrooms are open from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. every day.

Is Presidio Transit Center near the Visitor Center and Presidio Tunnel Tops?

Yes, it’s located at the south end of Presidio Tunnel Tops, just steps from Presidio Visitor Center.

Is there food near Presidio Transit Center?

Yes, a restaurant is opening in fall 2023 inside Presidio Transit Center. Presidio Pop Up food vendors are located nearby.

Can I park my bike or rent a bicycle at Presidio Transit Center?

There are bike racks and bike lockers nearby. Bay Wheels Bike Share  stations with classic (non-electric) bicycles are right outside.

Family Adventure at Presidio Tunnel Tops

Hunt for hidden objects, explore a huge nature playground, spot birds and fish, and have a picnic.

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Flagpole and archaeology site at Pershing Square.

Main Post History Loop 

Discover a ton of history in a short walk through the heart of the Presidio.

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Park Itineraries

Need help planning your day at the Presidio? We’ve put together some itinerary ideas for things to see and do in the park. Whether you’re planning to spend a few hours or an entire day, there’s something for everyone at the Presidio.