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Things to Do in Presidio, San Francisco

A former army post turned national parkland on the northern tip of the peninsula. Wooded bluffs hold Crissy Field and long views across the strait to the headlands.

  • Walt Disney Family MuseumMuseum
  • Baker BeachBeach
  • Sports BasementOutdoor Store

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Presidio in San Francisco

Top things to do in Presidio

  • Walt Disney Family Museum

    Walt Disney Family Museum

    ★ 4.6 · 4.2k
    Museum

    Presidio museum exploring the life of Walt Disney featuring hands-on exhibits & original artwork.

    Mon
    10 AM – 5:30 PM
    Tue–Wed
    Closed
    Thu–Fri
    10 AM – 5:30 PM
    Sat
    10 AM – 5:30 PM
    Sun
    10 AM – 5:30 PM
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  • Baker Beach

    Baker Beach

    ★ 4.7 · 2.5k
    Beach

    1-mi. beach area offering scenic cliffs, fishing spots, picnic tables & Golden Gate Bridge views.

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  • Sports Basement

    Sports Basement

    ★ 4.7 · 1.9k
    Outdoor Store· $$

    Sprawling retailer for sports & outdoor clothing, gear & accessories, plus equipment rentals.

    Mon–Fri
    10 AM – 8 PM
    Sat
    9 AM – 7 PM
    Sun
    9 AM – 7 PM
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  • Yoda Fountain

    Yoda Fountain

    ★ 4.8 · 2.2k
    Fountain

    Fountain featuring the famous Star Wars character outside of the Lucasfilm headquarters.

    Every day
    12 AM – 12 AM
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  • William Penn Mott, Jr. Visitor Center

    William Penn Mott, Jr. Visitor Center

    ★ 4.7 · 401
    History Museum

    Information on points of interest and Presidio history is available at the Visitor Center, temporarily located in the Presidio Officers' Club. Several videos can be viewed in the theater and a bookstore offers topical books and other media.

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  • Crissy Field Marsh and Beach

    Crissy Field Marsh and Beach

    ★ 4.8 · 130
    Beach

    Shoreline recreation area with a nature center & restored marsh for watching birds.

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Where to eat & drink in Presidio

  • Dalida Restaurant

    Dalida Restaurant

    ★ 4.5 · 758
    Mediterranean· $40–100

    The lush seclusion of the Presidio seems at first an unlikely locale for a restaurant hotspot, but once the charisma and talent of married couple and co-chefs Laura and Sayat Ozyilmaz are factored in, the popularity here is a foregone...

    Mon
    Closed
    Tue
    11:30 AM – 2 PM
    Wed–Fri
    11:30 AM – 2 PM, 5 PM – 9 PM
    Sat
    11 AM – 2 PM, 5 PM – 9 PM
    Sun
    11 AM – 2 PM, 5 PM – 9 PM
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  • Cafe RX

    Cafe RX

    ★ 4.7 · 236
    Café & Bakery· $10–20

    Chill counter serve in the Thoreau Center offering sandwiches & salads with a local, organic focus.

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Map of Presidio with pinned top attractions (1 through 8)
  1. 1Walt Disney Family Museum
  2. 2Baker Beach
  3. 3Sports Basement
  4. 4Yoda Fountain
  5. 5William Penn Mott, Jr. Visitor Center
  6. 6Dalida Restaurant
  7. 7Crissy Field Marsh and Beach
  8. 8Cafe RX

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