What to do and see in San Francisco, California (CA): The Best Lookouts

January 1, 2022 Chanda Heide

Every neighborhood in San Francisco has its own personality, from the hippie chic of the Upper Haight to the hipster grit of the Mission. The Marina district boasts trendy bistros and postcard-perfect views of the Golden Gate Bridge, while Noe Valley offers quaint and quiet boutiques. Wave hello to the sea lions at Pier 39, and sample local cheese and charcuterie at the Ferry Building. Sit in on a yoga session in Dolores Park or marvel at the Dutch Windmill across from Ocean Beach.
Restaurants in San Francisco

1. Telegraph Hill

Lombard Street at Kearny Street North Beach, San Francisco, CA
Excellent
43%
Good
43%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 279 reviews

Telegraph Hill

A 179-foot tower from which you can see the entire San Francisco Bay.

Reviewed By TV2451

One of San Francisco's unique neighborhoods, walk to the top, visit Coit Tower for the murals, and then descend the Filbert Steps. Linger to view the unique architecture and views all the way.

2. Twin Peaks

501 Twin Peaks Blvd, San Francisco, CA 94114 +1 415-831-6331 http://sfrecpark.org/.../twin-peak..
Excellent
65%
Good
28%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 6,381 reviews

Twin Peaks

A twenty-minute ride from downtown, this is the best place to catch a San Francisco sunrise.

Reviewed By kidic

This is a must do. While its a bit of a drive, the views from this area are spectacular. It gets pretty crowded so plan on parking below and walking up (which isn't that bad of a hike). Wear comfortable shoes and bring a jacket as it gets really cold and windy.

3. Torpedo Wharf

Long Ave, San Francisco, CA 94129
Excellent
53%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 17 reviews

Torpedo Wharf

Reviewed By u07

If you want to take a panorama of the bridge and the city, this is the spot. It’s also a fishing spot so make sure you don’t wear your fancy heels or shoes walking around.

4. Pacific overlook

Lincoln blvd, San Francisco, CA http://www.presidio.gov/places/pacific-overlook
Excellent
50%
Good
50%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 4 reviews

Pacific overlook

5. Golden Gate overlook

Langdon Ct, San Francisco, CA http://www.presidio.gov/places/golden-gate-overlook
Excellent
69%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 16 reviews

Golden Gate overlook

Reviewed By DanielL2463

Tucked away from the tour buses, this spot rewarded us with stunning views of the bay and the Golden Gate Bridge as the clouds rolled away. It was quite windy, but was well worth the time spent on our drive through.

6. Battery East Vista

Lincoln Blvd, San Francisco, CA http://www.presidio.gov/places/battery-east-vista
Excellent
50%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
25%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 4 reviews

Battery East Vista

7. Buena Vista Park

Haight Street, San Francisco, CA
Excellent
40%
Good
42%
Satisfactory
17%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 86 reviews

Buena Vista Park

Reviewed By Alaka10 - Portland, United States

I happened to walk to this park while in San Fransisco this time. The park has a lot of ways to climb up to the top. The area on the top is a good place to meditate. The view is blocked because of the trees but you still get a good view. When you get down, you can go to the Height street where there are a lot of restaurants and shops.

8. Billy Goat Hill Park

30th St. 30th & Castro, San Francisco, CA 94131 http://sfrecpark.org/destination/billy-goat-hill/
Excellent
44%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
0%
Terrible
12%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 9 reviews

Billy Goat Hill Park

9. Inspiration Point at the Presidio

Arguello Blvd and Washington Blvd, San Francisco, CA
Excellent
20%
Good
40%
Satisfactory
40%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 5 reviews

Inspiration Point at the Presidio

10. Immigrant Point Overlook

Washington blvd, San Francisco, CA http://www.presidio.gov/places/immigrant-point-overlook
Excellent
0%
Good
100%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 2 reviews

Immigrant Point Overlook

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