A great sunset can be appreciated anytime of the year, especially in San Francisco. Check out these special places for stunning sunsets in the city.
- Golden Gate Bridge
Thomas Hawk/Flickr The most popular and iconic bridge in the world has it all. You can get many angles and views of the San Francisco Bay along with the bridge. Simply breathtaking!
- Coit Tower
Christian Arballo/Flickr Coit Tower in San Francisco is a wonderful spot for photographers. However, Coit Tower is only open till 5 PM and the parking is limited, but Coit Tower is worthwhile. Take the steps to make the amazing view even more rewarding! Address: 1 Telegraph Hill Blvd, San Francisco, 94133
- Lands End
Jovy C/Yelp Lands End is a wonderful hike and an awesome place for coastal views. This is beautiful, especially the coastal trail, but expect many tourists. Address: Seal Rock Dr & El Camino Del Mar, San Francisco, 94101
- Alamo Square
Wil S/Yelp Alamo Square is popular for many reasons. This is a favorite scenic night time view that overlooks the city in a spectacular way. Get great views from the east and see the Painted Ladies, or the west half for a beautiful sunset! Address: Steiner St Hayes St, San Francisco, 94115
- Twin Peaks
Sesenphoto/Flickr An obvious place filled with with marvelous views in San Francisco. Watch the sunset with the of whole San Francisco, the bay and Alcatraz and even Treasure Island! This place is unforgettable.
- Corona Heights Park
Districtinroads/Flickr Take the time to go up the rocks at the summit and enjoy the picturesque view of the city and bay. The hike may be tough, but worth it for the 360 degree view of San Francisco. Address: Museum Way (at Roosevelt), San Francisco, 94107
- The Cliff House
David Yu/Flickr The Cliff House is a San Francisco institution with a lot of history. Expect delicious seafood and wonderful ocean views and a great sunset of course. The ocean views with the sun setting or rising will wow most anyone. Address: 1090 Point Lobos, San Francisco, 94121
- Alta Plaza Park
Andrea H/Yelp Alta Plaza Park is a hidden gem complete wth tennis courts and a great overlook. One of the best parks and views in the city. After Golden Gate Park, Alta Plaza can’t be missed. Address: Pierce St And Clay St, San Francisco, 94115
- Baker Beach
Stacey M/Yelp Baker Beach is a wonderful location with an exciting history. You can’t go wrong with the amount of fantastic views of the beautiful Golden Gate. Explore the beach and trals for some hidden treasures too! Address: Gibson Rd, San Francisco, 94129
- Bernal Heights Park (Bernal Hill)
Precious C/Yelp Bernal Heights Park is overlooked and great for lots of activities. The park includes Bernal Hill and this is great for dog walkers, hiking, and relaxing. Bring a jacket because it gets chilly on this hill. Address: 10 Bernal Heights Blvd, San Francisco, 94110
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Thomas Hawk/Flickr
The most popular and iconic bridge in the world has it all. You can get many angles and views of the San Francisco Bay along with the bridge. Simply breathtaking!
Christian Arballo/Flickr
Coit Tower in San Francisco is a wonderful spot for photographers. However, Coit Tower is only open till 5 PM and the parking is limited, but Coit Tower is worthwhile. Take the steps to make the amazing view even more rewarding! Address: 1 Telegraph Hill Blvd, San Francisco, 94133
Jovy C/Yelp
Lands End is a wonderful hike and an awesome place for coastal views. This is beautiful, especially the coastal trail, but expect many tourists. Address: Seal Rock Dr & El Camino Del Mar, San Francisco, 94101
Wil S/Yelp
Alamo Square is popular for many reasons. This is a favorite scenic night time view that overlooks the city in a spectacular way. Get great views from the east and see the Painted Ladies, or the west half for a beautiful sunset! Address: Steiner St Hayes St, San Francisco, 94115
Sesenphoto/Flickr
An obvious place filled with with marvelous views in San Francisco. Watch the sunset with the of whole San Francisco, the bay and Alcatraz and even Treasure Island! This place is unforgettable.
Districtinroads/Flickr
Take the time to go up the rocks at the summit and enjoy the picturesque view of the city and bay. The hike may be tough, but worth it for the 360 degree view of San Francisco. Address: Museum Way (at Roosevelt), San Francisco, 94107
David Yu/Flickr
The Cliff House is a San Francisco institution with a lot of history. Expect delicious seafood and wonderful ocean views and a great sunset of course. The ocean views with the sun setting or rising will wow most anyone. Address: 1090 Point Lobos, San Francisco, 94121
Andrea H/Yelp
Alta Plaza Park is a hidden gem complete wth tennis courts and a great overlook. One of the best parks and views in the city. After Golden Gate Park, Alta Plaza can’t be missed. Address: Pierce St And Clay St, San Francisco, 94115
Stacey M/Yelp
Baker Beach is a wonderful location with an exciting history. You can’t go wrong with the amount of fantastic views of the beautiful Golden Gate. Explore the beach and trals for some hidden treasures too! Address: Gibson Rd, San Francisco, 94129
Precious C/Yelp
Bernal Heights Park is overlooked and great for lots of activities. The park includes Bernal Hill and this is great for dog walkers, hiking, and relaxing. Bring a jacket because it gets chilly on this hill. Address: 10 Bernal Heights Blvd, San Francisco, 94110
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