Presidio Travel Guide

San Francisco

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

Popular places to visit

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

Presidio of San Francisco

Discover history, culture, open spaces, spectacular views and the Jedi Master Yoda at this former military base.

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 showing landscape views, a bridge and rugged coastline

Baker Beach

This mile-long stretch of beach offers striking views of the Golden Gate Bridge and the Marin Headlands.

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
Yoda Fountain

Yoda Fountain

After visiting Yoda Fountain, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Francisco.

Yoda Fountain

Things to do

San Francisco: Silent Disco Yoga at Baker Beach

San Francisco: Silent Disco Yoga at Baker Beach

£24
per adult
San Francisco: Silent Disco Yoga at Baker Beach
San Francisco: Self-Driving Tour via the Golden Gate Bridge

San Francisco City Day Tour: GPS-Guided Drive

£13
per traveller
San Francisco City Day Tour: GPS-Guided Drive
Alcatraz Combo with San Francisco Private Group City Tour in Jeep

Alcatraz & San Francisco Combo Private Small Group Tour

£178
per adult
Alcatraz & San Francisco Combo Private Small Group Tour
Self-Guided Palace of Fine Arts to Golden Gate Bridge Audio Tour

Self-Guided Palace of Fine Arts to Golden Gate Bridge Audio Tour

£7
per adult
Self-Guided Palace of Fine Arts to Golden Gate Bridge Audio Tour
Painted Ladies Alamo Square

Express San Francisco Layover Tour w Airport Pickup and Dropoff

£213
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Express San Francisco Layover Tour w Airport Pickup and Dropoff
Sunset at The Golden Gate

Private San Francisco Sunset Photography Experience

£259
per adult
Private San Francisco Sunset Photography Experience
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Top hotels in Presidio

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 £146 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
£146
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (6,689 reviews)
"Very clean!"

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Hyatt Regency San Francisco

Hyatt Regency San Francisco

4 out of 5
5 Embarcadero Center, San Francisco, CA
The price is £191 per night from 5 Sept to 6 Sept
£191
5 Sept - 6 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,804 reviews)
"I have been coming to the Hyatt Regency Embarcadero for many many years and I have yet to be disappointed."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

Hyatt Regency San Francisco
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 £108 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
£108
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,430 reviews)
"Great property. Amazing staff, so kind and helpful. Not sure about parking. Decently located. Lots of public transportation around. I felt safe. The views and pool are the selling point. A touch outdated like ceilings carpets and light switches and bathroom doors. Main areas are updated though. Great ..."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG

Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG

3.5 out of 5
1177 Airport Blvd, Burlingame, CA
Fully refundable
The price is £85 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
£85
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Burlingame. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.6/10 Good! (2,051 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
Hilton San Francisco Financial District

Hilton San Francisco Financial District

4 out of 5
750 Kearny St, San Francisco, CA
The price is £106 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
£106
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness centre and Wi-Fi (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,633 reviews)
"Great experience all around."

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

4 out of 5
200 Marina Blvd, Berkeley, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £116 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
£116
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Berkeley. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a marina and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
8/10 Very Good! (3,252 reviews)
"We love this hotel and it’s the only place we stay. Very dog friendly. The staff is exceptional and always professional, kind, and helpful."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
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Other neighbourhoods around Presidio

Pacific Heights featuring a garden

Pacific Heights

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

Take time in Pacific Heights to visit attractions like Van Ness Avenue and Mrs. Doubtfire House. 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(80 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

3.5/5(9 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(24 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 San Francisco Botanical Garden or Japanese Tea 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(4 area reviews)

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 Macondray Lane.

Russian Hill

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