Presidio Tunnel Tops: A Park Reconnecting City to Bay
Experience breathtaking views and car-free access to the shoreline at this innovative park built atop the Presidio Parkway tunnels.
Presidio Tunnel Tops, a 14-acre park built atop highway tunnels, seamlessly connects the Presidio's Main Post to Crissy Field, offering stunning views of the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz, and the San Francisco Bay. This innovative space provides car-free access to the shoreline, featuring scenic overlooks, trails, picnic areas, and a nature play area for kids.
A brief summary to Presidio Tunnel Tops
- 210 Lincoln Blvd, San Francisco, Presidio of San Francisco, California, 94129, US
- +1415-561-4323
- Visit website
- Monday 9:30 am-6 pm
- Tuesday 9:30 am-6 pm
- Wednesday 9:30 am-6 pm
- Thursday 9:30 am-6 pm
- Friday 9:30 am-6 pm
- Saturday 9:30 am-6 pm
- Sunday 9:30 am-6 pm
Local tips
- Visit the Presidio Visitor Center to grab a Discovery Guide and learn about the park's history and attractions.
- Pack a picnic and enjoy the stunning views from one of the park's many picnic areas.
- Explore the Outpost, a two-acre nature play area, perfect for kids of all ages.
- Take advantage of the free Presidio Go shuttle to get to and around the park.
- Check the Presidio Pop Up schedule for daily food vendors offering a variety of cuisines.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From anywhere in San Francisco, take the Muni 43 bus directly to the Presidio Transit Center, which is adjacent to the Presidio Visitor Center and Presidio Tunnel Tops. Alternatively, take BART to Embarcadero Station and transfer to the free Presidio Go shuttle, which stops at the Presidio Transit Center. From Marin, Golden Gate Transit buses will drop you off at the Golden Gate Bridge Toll Plaza, a scenic walk to Presidio Tunnel Tops, while lines 101, 130, and 150 drop off at Van Ness and Union, where you can catch the Presidio Go into the Presidio. AC Transit users can board Presidio Go at the Transbay Terminal. Muni fares are around $3 per ride. The Presidio Go shuttle is free.
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Walking
From Crissy Field East Beach, walk along the path towards the Sports Basement, then continue up the hill towards the Outpost playground to access Presidio Tunnel Tops. From the Golden Gate Bridge Toll Plaza, follow the signs towards the Presidio Visitor Center, which is adjacent to Presidio Tunnel Tops. The walk from the Golden Gate Bridge Toll Plaza is scenic but long.
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Car
From Highway 101, follow the signs to the Presidio and the Presidio Visitor Center. Paid parking is available near the Presidio Visitor Center and Presidio Transit Center. Parking fills up quickly on weekends, so arrive early. Parking costs vary, with hourly rates around $3.00.
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