The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in San Francisco
Twin Peaks Summit is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in San Francisco.

1. Twin Peaks Summit

9.5
100 Christmas Tree Point Rd (at Twin Peaks Blvd), San Francisco, CA
Hill · 273 tips and reviews

Florence Antonette R.Florence Antonette R: Visit during the day and also at night. You get two different feelings. One of the greatest views of the bay <3

Galina B.Galina Berezovskaya: Such a wonderful view point to the whole San Francisco, the bay and Alcatraz and Treasure Islands! Spectacular!

Theo R.Theo Radio: twin peaks alone is a good reason to get yourself a car while in san fransisco. amazing view.

Coit Tower is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in San Francisco.

2. Coit Tower

8.9
1 Telegraph Hill Blvd (btwn Lombard & Union St), San Francisco, CA
Monument · Telegraph Hill · 328 tips and reviews

JacquesJacques: The view from up there is amazing. U should take the bus down. The neighborhood is lovely too!

BUM SQUAD DJZ WORLDWIDEBUM SQUAD DJZ WORLDWIDE: When you are in SF you need to come here & check out the view of the city... Most Amazing!

Christian L.Christian Lea: Definetely a must do, when you're in SF. You should take the steps to make the amazing view even more rewarding. I took the ones from Greenwich Street - nice wakeup-workout.

Mission Dolores Park is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in San Francisco.

3. Mission Dolores Park

9.4
Dolores & Church St (btwn 18th & 20th St), San Francisco, CA
Park · Mission Dolores · 505 tips and reviews

Kouris K.Kouris Kalligas: A must in a sunny day! Great view of SF and nice places around!

C. Eloise L.C. Eloise Lim: Best scenic city view & warmest place in SF.

Jeremy K.Jeremy Krantz: Bring some snacks and enjoy some stunning views of the city while you hangout and catch some rays

Lands End is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in San Francisco.

4. Lands End

9.6
El Camino Del Mar (at Point Lobos Ave), San Francisco, CA
Park · Sea Cliff · 134 tips and reviews

Steve D.Steve Dean: Super beautiful walking trail with scenic seaside vistas.

Jonathan H.Jonathan H: Great trails, even better views. Must see.

Divya M.Divya Mulanjur: Right next to sutro baths, beautiful hike trail with gorgeous views

Corona Heights Park is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in San Francisco.

5. Corona Heights Park

9.3
Museum Way (at Roosevelt), San Francisco, CA
Park · Corona Heights · 60 tips and reviews

Aaron D.Aaron Draczynski: Climb up the rocks at the summit and enjoy the picturesque view of the city and bay.

Brendan C.Brendan Curran: Great for sunsets! The hike up is steep, but well worth it for the spectacular views.

Pam ☕️ O.Pam ☕️ O: Sun rise or set! Best scenic view with easy access in San Francisco.

Bernal Heights Park is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in San Francisco.

6. Bernal Heights Park

9.5
10 Bernal Heights Blvd (at Anderson St), San Francisco, CA
Park · Bernal Heights · 88 tips and reviews

Beata M.Beata Michalczyk: Awesome views from all sides. Great for a run or walk. Afterwards go down to Cortland ave and grab coffee or smth to eat

Katherine L.Katherine Loh: Nice little hike up a hill leads to great views of the city

Mike F.Mike Flouton: Amazing views. Easy hike.

El Techo is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in San Francisco.

7. El Techo

8.7
2516 Mission St (btwn 21st St & 22nd St), San Francisco, CA
Latin American Restaurant · Mission District · 171 tips and reviews

AvaAva: Shrimp skewers, kale quesadillas, margarita pitchers, and great views make for a great experience for a night in the mission

Ana L.Ana Ladygazpacho: Amazing views to the Sf skyline. Perfect to have a beer after-work

Josh P.Josh Pyles: Great spot for a sunny brunch with a view. I enjoyed the Chorizo scramble.

Alta Plaza Park is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in San Francisco.

8. Alta Plaza Park

9.4
2700 Clay St. (btwn Scott & Steiner St.), San Francisco, CA
Park · 60 tips and reviews

:):): the best views if the city I've found

Rachel H.Rachel Hensley: Second only to the GG playground! One of the best parks and views in the city! Great for kids of all ages! And easy parking. Enjoy!!

Pacific UnionPacific Union: Walk the dog, play tennis, sunbathe, stroll. Don't miss the stunning views, which are particular lovely in the evening.

Baker Beach is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in San Francisco.

9. Baker Beach

9.3
1504 Pershing Dr (at Lincoln Blvd), San Francisco, CA
Beach · Presidio National Park · 138 tips and reviews

Dominic L.Dominic Lüdin: nice stretch of sand, great view of golden gate bridge and sunsets! do check it out when in SF!

Alexa Jane B.Alexa Jane Brooks: Baker beach is a wonderful site. Perfect for swimming, sunbathing, sports, grilling, and watching sunsets with views of the GGB.

Jamie H.Jamie Henley: Gorgeous view of the golden gate! Parking is a mess but totally worth it!

Alamo Square is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in San Francisco.

10. Alamo Square

9.2
Steiner St (btwn Fulton & Hayes St), San Francisco, CA
Park · 167 tips and reviews

Benjamin R.Benjamin Roodman: My favorite scenic night time view overlooking the city.

Julia J.Julia Jones: Check out the East half of the park for a great view of the Painted Ladies/downtown & the West half for a beautiful sunset! Then go back to the other side for a beautiful view of downtown at night!

Russell Allen E.Russell Allen Esmus: This is a great place to spend a Sunday afternoon with friends and wine. The southeast corner of the park has the best view and grass for lounging.

Waterbar is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in San Francisco.

11. Waterbar

8.8
399 The Embarcadero (btwn Folsom & Harrison St), San Francisco, CA
Seafood Restaurant · Rincon Hill · 197 tips and reviews

jeff f.jeff ferguson: Outside dinning, great view of the bay! order the tuna salad - yum!

Sailing Spoken HereSailing Spoken Here: Best restaurant for great views, cocktails, and oysters!

Dave Z.Dave Zissou: this place offers just some of the best views from town, its outdoorsy which is a plus, when the weather permits, also the Happy Hour: Every Day 1130a-6p (Oysters); Mon- Fri 3p-6p (Drinks)

Oracle Park is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in San Francisco.

12. Oracle Park

9.2
24 Willie Mays Plz (at King & 3rd St), San Francisco, CA
Baseball Stadium · South Beach · 479 tips and reviews

MarkMark: Buy tickets in the upper deck around the infield for a great view of the game and the SF Bay. For food, order the Super Dog (top notch ballpark hot dog), and obviously get the garlic fries too.

J.C. B.J.C. Buswold: Beautiful park. Seats up high provide a great view of the bay

Andrew C.Andrew C: Bleacher seats have a great view and are cheap!!! It's so cool to see uniqueness of foods, views, people, things to do, etc when visiting many different ballparks!

de Young Museum is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in San Francisco.

13. de Young Museum

9.1
50 Hagiwara Tea Garden Dr (at John F Kennedy Dr), San Francisco, CA
Art Museum · Golden Gate Park · 280 tips and reviews

Corinne and JonathanCorinne and Jonathan: If you are inside or near Golden Gate Park, stop by this amazing museum! The view at the top is incredible!

Wojciech Z.Wojciech Zalot: Great view from 9th floor of tower and pretty cool exhibitions.

Scottie M.Scottie Milagro: While their permanent collection is a little lack luster, I still love this museum. They have the best traveling exhibits and the observation tower odds the best view in the entire city (and free!)

Crissy Field is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in San Francisco.

14. Crissy Field

9.4
Golden Gate Promenade (at Mason St), San Francisco, CA
Park · Presidio National Park · 143 tips and reviews

Suzanne T.Suzanne The Matchmaker: This is one of the best places to run in SF and you get a great view of the Golden Gate Bridge!

Robert W.Robert Williams: Has an excellent view of the Golden gate bridge from here... Easy parking, nice walk and amazing view ..

Paige C.Paige C: What an amazing dog park! We had a great time running around and enjoying the scenic views surrounding this area!

Grand View Park is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in San Francisco.

15. Grand View Park

9.4
1711 14th Ave (near Moraga), San Francisco, CA
Park · Golden Gate Heights · 34 tips and reviews

Joe Bob J.Joe Bob Justice: Sunrise and sunset of course, you have the view of two different coasts...be in good shape and please, pick up after yourself!!! A nice bevie at sunset is "grand"... Read more.

Daniel S.Daniel Sandoval: One of the coolest chill spots I've ever seen in my life. Amazing 360° views of San Francisco.

__: Amazing view of the city. Great work out as well if you take the stairs all the way up from 15th.