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Crissy Field

San Francisco, CA
Ranked #18 of 347 attractions in San Francisco
4.5 of 5 stars 126 Reviews
Type: Parks
Activities: Jogging, Picnicking, Biking
Description: A popular park for jogging, picnics, biking, and sightseeing.
Useful Information: Activities for older children
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San Diego, California
Senior Contributor
29 reviews 29 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 27, 2012 NEW

It can be chilly and windy but the views from Crissy Field are worth bundling up. The Warming Hut has good coffee and a gift shop stocked with high quality, unusual items. Walk out on the pier and chat with the fishermen. More

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Santa Cruz, CA
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW

Very pretty and nice warming hut with pretty things. Good views! More

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london
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012 NEW

Crissy field is a place that needs to be seen. It is absolutely stunning. More

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Atascadero, California
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2012

We come up to SF frequently for business and had heard of this area from a friend. What a find! It's a great place for a walk, a picnic, some light shopping, viewing the beach, bridge, and bay. Try to make it to the Warming Hut to check out their creative wares. Walk out on the pier and watch the... More

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San Francisco, California
Senior Contributor
32 reviews 32 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2012

I often frag dinner to go and just drive down park and watch the amazing kite surfers or just listen to the bay Great for Sunday afternoon with the family or solo perhaps even a date out Come to run, walk or just watch More

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Sausalito, California
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33 reviews 33 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2012

And, walk your dog! Great kite surfing and windsurfing spot. Watch for strong currents. More

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Tallmadge, Ohio
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6 reviews 6 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2012

We parked at Crissy Field, walked around a while and then headed toward the Golden Gate Bridge. Nice day! More

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San Francisco, California
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2012

Our toddler loves this beach - she can play in the sand and in the gentle (usually) waves (unlike Ocean Beach, where the waves can be HUGE and scary to allow a toddler to wade in). She enjoys it even on cold days - just bundle up, take the shoes off and have fun (while parents wrap themselves in blankets... More

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Sydney, Australia
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2012

A good place to check out before walking across the Golden Gate Bridge. There are bikes for hire too if you would prefer to peddle across. More

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San Francisco, California
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 10, 2012

A fantastic location to see the Golden Gate Bridge, the beautiful bay, have a history lesson and learn about the local native plants. Aviation buffs and historians will appreciate the importance of Crissy Field. There is beach access, walking/jogging, dog walking, cafes, picnicing and lots of fresh air! Bring your camera. Easy to explore the Presido and Marina district from... More

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