Rows of grave markers in the green grass of the cemetery as light shafts through misty trees.

Presidio of San Francisco

California

Free entry

For 218 years, the Presidio served as an army post for three nations. World and local events, from military campaigns to World Fairs and earthquakes, left their mark. Come enjoy the history and the natural beauty of the Presidio. Explore centuries of architecture. Reflect in a national cemetery. Walk along an historic airfield, through forests or to beaches, and admire spectacular vistas.

Activities

Arts and Culture Biking Golf Guided Tours Hiking Museum Exhibits Wildlife Watching Self-Guided Tours - Walking Birdwatching Front-Country Hiking

Topics

African American Heritage Archeology Architecture and Building Aviation Burial, Cemetery and Gravesite Dunes Explorers and Expeditions Forts Geology Grasslands

No entrance fee.

Hours

The Presidio is open 24 hours a day, every day of the year.

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Things to do

Presidio Birdwatching

Crissy Field Birdwatching

Archives Visit

Bike the Golden Gate Bridge

Torpedo Wharf Fishing

Crissy Field Restored Wetlands

Visitor centers

William Penn Mott Jr. Presidio Visitor Center

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