Presidio Travel Guide
San Francisco
Visit Presidio
Popular places to visit
Presidio of San Francisco
Discover history, culture, open spaces, spectacular views and the Jedi Master Yoda at this former military base.
Walt Disney Family Museum
Discover the man behind Mickey Mouse at this interactive museum located in the heart of San Francisco’s Presidio neighborhood.
Baker Beach
This mile-long stretch of beach offers striking views of the Golden Gate Bridge and the Marin Headlands.
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.
Presidio Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in San Francisco at Presidio Golf Course. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this vibrant area.
Marshall Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Marshall Beach during your trip to San Francisco?
Things to do
California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
SKIP THE LINE: Exploratorium Daytime Admission
California Sunset Cruise (2-hours)
Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Top hotels in Presidio
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
"It's bay facing but lot of buildings nearby as well. Location is great overall, course to restaurants, the pier and a Safeway toom"
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
"They didn’t give us extra blankets"
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
"Hotel rooms were clean spacious like all the amenities. We love the breakfast, overall our hotel stay experience was excellent but little expensive"
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
"Good staff outdated"
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Hilton San Francisco Union Square
"Good hotel"
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Presidio
Fisherman's Wharf
Travellers love Fisherman's Wharf for its popular shops, and you can see more of San Francisco by jumping on the metro at Jones St and Beach St Stop or Jefferson St & Taylor St Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Pier 39 and San Francisco Bay.
Union Square
Known for its charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Union Square. Check out top attractions like Westin St Francis Hotel Glass Elevators and Union Square, and jump on the metro at Powell St & Geary Blvd Stop or Powell St & Post St Stop to see more of the city.
Downtown San Francisco
Known for its fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Downtown San Francisco. Top attractions like Oracle Park and Chase Center are major draws. Catch the metro at Market St & 5th St Stop or Market St & Taylor St Stop to see more of the city.
South of Market
Gourmet restaurants great entertainment and top sights from Oracle Park to Chase Center – discover South of Market, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Nob Hill
Gourmet restaurants Chinatown and top sights from SF Masonic Auditorium to Cable Car Museum – discover Nob Hill, a destination also famous for its shopping.
