Welcome to the Presidio

National Park Adventures for All

Picnic at Presidio Tunnel Tops

Enjoy a great day at Presidio Tunnel Tops — with Golden Gate views, picnic sites, food trucks, and a huge nature playground for the kids.

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It’s all about exploring – whether you want to experience nature and history, taste new flavors, or go camping in the city.

The Presidio is San Francisco’s national park site, with endless trails, fun events, and unforgettable vistas of the Golden Gate Bridge. There’s always something new to discover!

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Explore

Find trails, beaches, picnic areas, playgrounds, a golf course, and much more.

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Eat

Discover restaurants, cafes, snacks, and even pop up food trucks and carts to fuel your adventure.

Eat

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Stay

Enjoy historic hotels and scenic campsites surrounded by nature.

Stay

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A Day at Crissy Field East Beach

Enjoy one of the best beaches in San Francisco and a walk along San Francisco Bay.

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Family Adventure at Presidio Tunnel Tops

Hunt for hidden objects, explore a huge nature playground, spot birds and fish, and have a picnic.

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Itineraries for Your Visit

Need help planning your day at the Presidio? We’ve put together some itinerary ideas for things to see and do in the park. Whether you’re planning to spend a few hours or an entire day, there’s a lot to experience at the Presidio.

Start Your Day at the Presidio Visitor Center

Drop in to get ideas for your visit from a ranger, grab a map, and begin your own adventure.

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Top Things to See and Do

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Presidio Tunnel Tops

Explore trails, picnic sites, and San Francisco’s biggest playground, with Golden Gate Bridge views.

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Hiking Trails & Biking Trails

Find a dozen major routes and find ideas for great biking adventures (including bike rentals).

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Scenic Overlooks

Discover breathtaking trailside views of the bay, forest, city skyline, and Golden Gate Bridge.

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Picnic Areas

Find a perfect spot, whether that’s an epic view, a sheltered area, grills, or a large group space.

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San Francisco Beaches

Find San Francisco’s best sand, surf, and views of the bay, ocean, and Golden Gate Bridge.

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Art & Culture

The Presidio is home to outdoor art, a theatre, museums, and cultural events.

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Recreation & Wellness

Discover ways to have fun, break a sweat, or just escape from it all.

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Presidio Golf Course

Visit this 18-hole public golf course that features a restaurant, pro shop, and driving range.

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Share your favorite view, take a selfie with the whole crew — and tag your photo with #PresidioSF to be featured.

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How to Get Here

The Presidio offers national park adventures right in the city — and it’s easy to get here. Learn about the free Presidio GO Shuttle, public transit, biking, and more.

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EVENTS FOR ALL

Come to an outdoor concert, listen to a park ranger's campfire talk, or volunteer.

Event Calendar

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More than a Park

Imagine living, working, or hosting your special event in a national park site, surrounded by nature and beauty.

Work Here

The Presidio is an extraordinary place to work — more than 200 organizations lease commercial space here. Contact us to find the perfect fit for your business.

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Find an office that fits the size of your team – including if the team is just you.

Live Here

Rent a home in a one-of-a-kind national park site that’s close to San Francisco yet surrounded by nature.

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Host a Celebration or Meeting

Find some of San Francisco’s best indoor and outdoor venues for any event — from a wedding to a corporate retreat.

From Our Blog

Read the latest stories from the Presidio.

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The Presidio of San Francisco is a national park site and a National Historic Landmark District that shares history, nature, beauty, and wonder with everyone who visits. The Presidio Trust, the National Park Service, and the Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy work together to steward this remarkable place.

Nature & History

The Presidio is a national park site and a National Historic Landmark.