Nature & parks in San Francisco
Top Parks & Nature Attractions in San Francisco, CA
Nature & Parks in San Francisco
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Nature & Wildlife Areas • Gardens
Golden Gate Park
Nature & Wildlife Areas • Gardens
Golden Gate Park
Speciality Museums • National Parks
Fort Mason
Nature & Wildlife Areas • Aquariums
Fisherman’s Wharf
Islands • Military Bases & Facilities
Treasure Island
Parks • Gardens
South Beach
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Beaches • Nature & Wildlife Areas
Lakeshore
Speciality Museums • Parks
South Beach
Points of Interest & Landmarks • Parks
North Beach
Marinas • Art Museums
Marina District
Aquariums
Golden Gate Park
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What travelers are saying
- stacyjanepughWolverhampton, UK30 contributionsBrilliant to see around the historic prison block with a really good audio guide which was included in price. Bit of a walk uphill to get there but well worth it. Stunning views from all aspects of the island too with a little bonus view of a couple of dolphins! Make sure you do this trip, my 2nd time in San Francisco and I didn’t do it first time around!Written December 9, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Nikko4MeMilford, MA5,861 contributionsWe made a brief stop during our tour around the area to see the bison and were able to see them from afar!Written November 19, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- daveanddee HBramhall, UK152 contributionsWe reached the Land’s End area easily by Muni bus and were lucky enough to walk the higher trail on a beautiful day with clear skies. A lovely walk on tree-lined paths with unspoilt beaches to visit below. Definitely the best views of Golden Gate Bridge, Marin County and the bay itself. One of the nicest days spent during our stay in the city.Written October 10, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Adam WCoventry, UK27 contributionsPlenty of places to eat & drink & shopping & good area to see great views & sights to take pictures. The only bad thing is that it can get very crowded & you need to take a jacket because it can get cold from the wind in the bay.Written October 31, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- lynn2015Boston17 contributionsBeautiful views of the bridge, although one area we drive through was not as clean/kept up as the rest.Written November 15, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- ScottSan Francisco, CA5,053 contributionsFreaking amazing botanical garden. Tons of variety in an easily walkable space. My favorite is the garden of fragrance. I visited on a cool November afternoon. I recommend the San Francisco botanical garden for tourists and locals.Written November 17, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- LottelliWirral, UK2,429 contributionsWe were lucky enough to arrive as a free tour was about to begin so we joined that. We heard things we wouldn’t have known and it really made us appreciate the garden more. It is a lovely garden, well presented. The tea room was quite full - I had it in my head it would be really tranquil there but it was just too busy!Written November 5, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- LottelliWirral, UK2,429 contributionsFrom here you have great views of the Golden Gate Bridge. We got a coffee at the cafe there and sat outside watching the world go by!Written November 5, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- James cOklahoma City, OK107 contributionsThis by far is the best place to view the Golden gate Bridge. The mansions on the other side, the clean beach, the pink succulents, the roaring waves and the Golden gate as a backdrop, a perfect place for a picnic and just take it all in.Written November 4, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Colleen H.Vallejo, CA113 contributionsWhat a great way to spend the day! Just a 12 minute ferry ride from Tiberon. We hiked Perimeter Road around the island, about 5 miles. It's paved and mostly flat with panoramic views of the entire San Francisco Bay. We brought our binoculars and took our time. We saw some deer, hawks, harbor seals, lots of birds, and a cayote. There are many benches and picnic tables, water taps, and some restrooms along this road. Pack a lunch, there are no concessions. At one point, my boyfriend hiked a trail up to the peak and we met back up at the Immigration Station. The island has a lot of history we didn't know about. We would like to go back and explore some of the places we didn't get to explore today.Written July 20, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- IanThomas84Ilford, UK251 contributionsA must visit to people watch in the sun. The fruit shelf is a sight to behold, especially on a Sunday.Written November 25, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- star_happylifeSunnyvale, CA17 contributionsAmazing place..a true delight with so much variety and unique indoor plants ..took about an hour to complete the tour. There is a small table with plants for sale towards the end (where indoor plants were kept). Dahlia garden outside the conservatory is not to be missed. Parking was available close by friday afternoon near tennis center on the side street. Can't believe, I had not visited this place yet...true hidden gem.Written August 28, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- KWT-travelerHuntley, MT221 contributionsVisitors Center is a must see! Excellent displays and information regarding the maritime history that shaped the history of San Francisco. The exhibits are amazing. Across that street the pier and ships are neat to see but they were all closed during our visit. The maritime museum had great murals but very little else to see. So bottom line see the free visitors center, pay for the ship tours if open and skip the maritime museum or plan on a very short visit for the murals.Written November 26, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Michael DHuddersfield, UK104 contributionsyou must make a visit to see the mass of sea lions bathing on the pontoons off pier 39,you'll have no problem locating them with all the noise they make,ans crowds of people watching themWritten October 15, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Lornac01Southampton, UK5 contributionsI had some time to kill and was staying nearby. It’s not the best I have visited, some of it does seem quite tired, and there was quite a lot of building work going on (I guess the season has ended really) but there were lovely bits esp the Africa section. The staff gave good talks though and were knowledgeable. And a highlight for me was the hummingbird I caught on my camera. As others have said - take food, it is pricy and did not look good. It was $22 to get in plus $11 to park. Not as expensive as many other attractions in and around SF!!Written October 30, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
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