Presidio Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Golden Gate Bridge featuring a bridge and mist or fog
Presidio of San Francisco showing a bay or harbour, a bridge and heritage architecture
Golden Gate Bridge which includes views, a bridge and landscape views
Presidio
Baker Beach featuring mist or fog, a bridge and a beach

Popular places to visit

Presidio of San Francisco featuring a monument, landscape views and a park

Presidio of San Francisco

4.5/5(23 reviews)

This former military base is packed with panoramic views, history and culture and is surrounded by attractive open spaces.

Presidio of San Francisco
Walt Disney Family Museum

Walt Disney Family Museum

Discover the man behind Mickey Mouse at this interactive museum located in the heart of San Francisco’s Presidio neighborhood.

Walt Disney Family Museum
Baker Beach which includes rugged coastline, landscape views and a bridge

Baker Beach

This stunning stretch of beach is the perfect vantage point for views of the Golden Gate Bridge, the Marin Headlands and the ocean beyond.

Baker Beach
San Francisco

Crissy Field

Sitting near one of the USA’s iconic structures, the Golden Gate Bridge, this relatively new attraction has a major city on one side and a beach on the other.

Crissy Field
Presidio Golf Course

Presidio Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in San Francisco at Presidio Golf Course. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this vibrant area.

Presidio Golf Course
Presidio Tunnel Tops

Presidio Tunnel Tops

Presidio Tunnel Tops is just one of the places to see in San Francisco, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?

Presidio Tunnel Tops

Activities

Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 25+ Attractions

Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions

AU$140
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
San Francisco: Self-Driving Tour via the Golden Gate Bridge

San Francisco City Day Tour: GPS-Guided Drive

AU$24
per traveller
San Francisco City Day Tour: GPS-Guided Drive
Golden Gate Bridge Self Guided Walking Tour

Golden Gate Bridge Self Guided Walking Tour

AU$31
per adult
Golden Gate Bridge Self Guided Walking Tour
San Francisco: Silent Disco Yoga at Baker Beach

San Francisco: Silent Disco Yoga at Baker Beach

AU$52
per adult
San Francisco: Silent Disco Yoga at Baker Beach
Hire a Private Photographer in San Francisco

Hire a Private Photographer in San Francisco

AU$392
per traveller
Hire a Private Photographer in San Francisco
Blissful walk in Golden Gate Park.

Private Exploration of the Birds of San Francisco

AU$172
per adult
Private Exploration of the Birds of San Francisco
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Our pick of the best Presidio Hotel Deals

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
3.5 out of 5
1500 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA
The price is AU$221 per night from 9 Mar to 10 Mar
AU$221
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,625 reviews)
"Amazing staff super easy checkin in also close to amazing food walking distance. SAFE PARKING"

Reviewed on 3 Mar. 2025

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
4 out of 5
424 Clay St, San Francisco, CA
The price is AU$215 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
AU$215
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,115 reviews)
"good"

Reviewed on 2 Mar. 2025

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
3 out of 5
1550 Bayshore Hwy, Burlingame, CA
The price is AU$229 per night from 4 Apr to 5 Apr
AU$229
includes taxes & fees
4 Apr - 5 Apr
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Burlingame. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,877 reviews)
Exceptional
"The vintage part of the hotel is a top notch. The hotel is spacious and clean, the bay view is breathtaking, the breakfast was great, the staff in general are helpful, the shuttle driver Tony is friendly, I had a short stay, he recommended top tourist attraction's sites , restaurants and quick way ..."

Reviewed on 4 Mar. 2025

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
Handlery Union Square Hotel
Handlery Union Square Hotel
3.5 out of 5
351 Geary St, San Francisco, CA
The price is AU$277 per night from 7 Mar to 8 Mar
AU$277
includes taxes & fees
7 Mar - 8 Mar
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,279 reviews)
"Now one of my favorite hotels in San Francisco! This hotel is absolutely beautiful and conveniently located in downtown!"

Reviewed on 4 Mar. 2025

Handlery Union Square Hotel
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
4 out of 5
750 Kearny St, San Francisco, CA
The price is AU$190 per night from 9 Mar to 10 Mar
AU$190
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness center, and WiFi (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,015 reviews)
"Location is good as it’s very close to Chinatown. Property is ok, rooms are clean and pleasant. The only minor downside is the high cost of overnight parking."

Reviewed on 3 Mar. 2025

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
4 out of 5
2500 Mason St, San Francisco, CA
The price is AU$316 per night from 9 Mar to 10 Mar
AU$316
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (6,253 reviews)
Enjoyable
"Excellent breakfast. Good location. Walking distance to many restaurants. Clean room. Comfy bed. Bathroom is small,"

Reviewed on 4 Mar. 2025

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
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Other neighbourhoods around Presidio

Pacific Heights featuring a garden

Pacific Heights

4/5(8 area reviews)

Take time in Pacific Heights to visit attractions like Van Ness Avenue and Presidio of San Francisco. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at California St & Van Ness Ave Stop to see more of the city.

Pacific Heights
Marina District which includes heritage architecture as well as a small group of people

Marina District

4/5(76 area reviews)

The beautiful waterfront views and popular shops are just a few highlights of Marina District. Make a stop by San Francisco Bay or Chestnut Street while you're exploring the area.

Marina District
Cow Hollow featuring signage and street scenes

Cow Hollow

4.5/5(11 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants a bustling marina and top sights from Union Street to Van Ness Avenue – discover Cow Hollow, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Cow Hollow
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Western Addition

4.5/5(20 area reviews)

Alamo Square and Painted Ladies are top sights in Western Addition, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Duboce Avenue & Noe Street Station or Duboce Ave & Church St Stop to see more sights in the area.

Western Addition
California Academy of Sciences showing interior views as well as a large group of people

Golden Gate

If you're spending time in Golden Gate, check out sights like Golden Gate Park or San Francisco Botanical Garden and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Irving St & 9th Ave Stop or Irving St & 8th Ave Stop.

Golden Gate
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Russian Hill

4/5(1 area review)

Travellers choose Russian Hill for its pristine beaches. Hop aboard the metro at Hyde St & Filbert St Stop or Hyde St & Union St Stop and check out top sights like Van Ness Avenue.

Russian Hill

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