Lombard Street: The Crookedest Street in the World
Experience the world-famous "most crooked street" in San Francisco, a unique and picturesque landmark in the heart of Russian Hill.
Lombard Street is famous for a single block in the Russian Hill neighborhood, renowned as the "most crooked street in the world". Its eight hairpin turns, designed in 1922 to mitigate the steep 27% grade, attract millions of visitors annually. The street is lined with beautiful gardens and Victorian homes, making it a scenic and unique San Francisco landmark.
A brief summary to Lombard St
- San Francisco, California, US
Local tips
- Visit early in the morning or on weekdays to avoid large crowds.
- Take photos from the bottom of the street looking up for the most iconic view.
- Walk the sidewalks and public stairways on either side of the street for a different perspective.
- Be respectful of the residents and their property.
- Visit during spring or summer to see the flowers in full bloom.
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Getting There
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Public Transport
From Fisherman's Wharf, take the Powell-Hyde cable car to the top of Lombard Street. The cable car fare is $8 per person. Alternatively, take bus line 30 from Union Square to Columbus Avenue near Lombard Street, then walk a few blocks west uphill to Jones Street. The bus fare is $3.
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Walking
From North Beach or Fisherman's Wharf, walk uphill to Lombard Street between Hyde and Leavenworth Streets. Be prepared for a steep incline. Walking up Hyde Street from Ghirardelli Square is very steep, while Leavenworth is slightly less so.
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Taxi/Ride-share
Take a taxi or ride-share service to the top of Lombard Street (1099 Lombard Street). From Fisherman's Wharf, a typical ride-share trip will cost approximately $15-$20, depending on traffic.
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Driving
To drive down Lombard Street, approach from Van Ness Avenue and turn east onto Lombard Street. Be aware that the curvy section is one-way downhill only. Expect potential wait times during peak hours. Street parking is extremely limited. Nearby parking garages include the Lombard Garage at 2055 Lombard Street , with rates varying. Levi's Plaza Garage at 101 Lombard charges $3 per 20 minutes.
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