Suggestions for Landmarks and Outdoors near Golden Gate Park, San Francisco

Bogdan D. • January 13, 2017Huge beautiful park, great for biking, jogging, walking, picnics.

Brian B. • April 26, 2010I recommend the path along the south edge of the grove, next to the fence for the nursery. It's quiet and beautiful.

WhiskeyAvenger • June 26, 2018There are spots to sit while overlooking the waterfall. Very relaxing.

Raj S. • May 26, 2013Plenty of parking on JFK. Perfect for lounging around. Lots of people barbecuing, having parties and hanging out.

riley s. • November 11, 2015beautiful, well-maintained garden with tons of variety! the redwood grove was amazing. I saw a ton of plants and flowers here that I'd never seen before.

Paul • May 18, 2015Great walk, beautiful waterfalls. Great view overlooking the city at top of hill. Worth the hike.

Karen • January 19, 2019The views are stunning from this location. Definitely just take some time for quiet reflection.

Paige C. • May 30, 2018What a beautiful section of the park to visit. Have a picnic, enjoy the flowers, check out the statues. I’ve biked through here and spent time relaxing in the grass. Both times were amazing.

Amy P. • July 28, 2015So beautiful and amazing. Come and talk to the awesome people who help keep this crown jewel sparkling.

Brian S. • January 7, 2018My kids love this place. It has everything in their opinion. Concrete and standard slides. Great climbing structures. Carousel. Huge meadow for frisbees and rocket launches.

Jennifer R. • September 3, 2014Take a slow stroll, read the names of all the different flowers, and enjoy life.

Eric M. • January 30, 2012New butterfly habitat educational displays. But they come out mostly on warm days

Aaron L. • April 27, 2013Grab a blanket and a bottle of wine and walk 10 steps to an open meadow. Pretty perfect.

Holger L. • August 25, 2011Massive playground in Golden Gate Park with tons of different play structures, a water/sand area and a great, albeit slightly dangerous concrete slide (use cardboards to slide).

Bennett W W. • June 14, 2016This is an excellent outdoor area to enjoy lunch, take a stroll or sit together and chat.

Jinnie L. • November 2, 2014has a large grassy area that people can picinic (good place to enjoy lunch) n play some ball games :) lovely place!

Scott H. • June 14, 2018Lots of grass, a great place to smoke grass. Named after the greatest comedian and actor to come out of the city.

Jacob F. • April 19, 2018By night: just soul-tearingly ghastly. Highly recommended.

Danny D. • November 11, 2013Bring treats, a Chuck-It, and a good windbreaker.

Amanda N. • May 11, 2013Get the Jasmine tea. Really floral and fragrant - a nice, relaxing treat!

Ava • August 11, 2015one of my favorite parts of golden gate park—very beautiful and nice to picnic or read on a rare day when the sun is out

Max K. • July 12, 2015Green and lush grass! No drought here! 😉

Vadim L. • April 4, 2010Great place for older kids, 4+. Coordination required to navigate the structure. There's a bathroom nearby, making this pg the best at GGP for long time play.

WhiskeyAvenger • June 26, 2018Good spot for a picnic or to watch boaters.

WhiskeyAvenger • July 4, 2018Beautiful location. It is easily the most lovely fountain/pool in Golden Gate Park.

Cristina • October 26, 2016Beautiful flowers and ambiance

Jess M. • April 27, 2016Love his work. Go on a blue sky day for the best experience. Great extra when you're visiting de Young.

WhiskeyAvenger • June 27, 2018My favorite spot in the Botanical Garden. It is beautiful and tranquil. It makes for a great place to quietly reflect.