It was a fantastically clear day. The place was let down by it's untidiness. Yes you could get excellent views of the surrounding areas, but if you wanted to photograph them, it was difficult because of the dirty / scratched glass. Unless I missed it, nowhere did it say that the tower is not open. The view is not clear... more

This sight was the exception to our otherwise lovely visit to San Francisco in August. I am sure this is the norm but we waited 1+ hour on a Sunday mid-morning for the $5.00 cramped elevator to the top. While the view was great from the top it was so crowded, and really I could have been satisfied with the... more

Went to Coit Tower on Saturday with family, and parked at the top in the parking lot. There is no parking meters in front of each stall. Went into the tower area, and looked backed to see a parking enforcement officer writing me a ticket. NO PARKING ALLOWED ANY TIME ON SATURDAY AND SUNDAY. When I asked the officer where... more

The views from the top of Coit Tower are amazing although the lift to the top was not so nice! Very cramp and you got the feeling it could break down at any second! more

I wasn't impressed. The line to go up the elevator was long then the line to go down the elevator w as long. The observation area is so small and narrow that I didn't even get a chance to look out on the Golden Gate Bridge side. For $5 per person, I didn't think it was worth it. I recommend... more

I was glad we took the number 39 bus right to the base of the tower. I enjoyed the views of the city. I enjoyed the ride on the bus seeing yet another SF neighborhood. Inside it is extremely poorly organized forcing one to go through a very tacky gift shop to a somewhat vague gentleman selling the tickets. The... more

I love this landmark. It's a wonderful place for photography. I loved going to the top in the elevator and looking up and seeing the swirling fog inside the tower. The views may be inhibited by tourists and the Plexiglas windows but it is a must see if you'll be visiting San Francisco and have any interest in history or... more

I visited the Coit Tower while I was vacationing in San Francisco during the first week of November. I walked up the streets from the very bottom of the incline/valley area. What a walk/climb! I was quite tired by the time I reached the tower. There is a bus that goes up there but I'm not sure what number it... more

From afar, Coit Tower looks so dramatic and beautiful, but up close, it's kind of overrated. I wouldn't consider driving there unless you are unable to make the walk. There was a huge line of cars waiting to get into the tiny lot, and street parking is virtually non-existent. I would definitely recommend walking up. It's a good hike/workout from... more