Suggestions for Scenic Lookout near San Francisco

Akshay • March 2, 2015I like the tower and places around it...haha!

Max K. • April 20, 2015Beautiful stairway tucked into the neighborhood

Ronen P. • July 24, 2013Spectacular view of the city - but be sure to come on a clear and sunny day or a clear night. I'd recommend coming both at day and night.

j b. • July 29, 2010The bench on the west side of the middle terrace is an immaculate sunset viewpoint.

Majed A. • March 29, 2017Amazing view on San Francisco especially in Sunny clear day.

Jack M. • January 26, 2013Spectacular at dusk but amazing anytime of the day

Samantha M. • January 14, 2012Hidden gem! Can't beat the views.

Mark H. • March 15, 2014Bring binoculars for killer views of the city, bay and Marin.

Rhonda B. • August 28, 2015Accidental find while showing a friend around! Excellent panoramic view of San Francisco!! Easy walk to the top. Worth the view!

George C. • May 29, 2014With the Grand View Park, it's the real hidden gem in the San Francisco. Don't miss it if you passing by!

Jess L. • March 22, 2016Gorgeous greenery and a nice hike up some stairs. Link together a few of the neighborhood stairways for a little exercise.

Ty &. • January 15, 2019Great views of the city at different times of the day.

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

Onur E. • August 1, 2016Nice stairs to walk up, good views on the way down

David R. • April 2, 2017Great 360 view of SF after an easy hike. Gets windy so you may want to bring a sweater.

Ching • February 24, 2012Ask the guide to explain the layers on the roof. You'll be blown away!

Karlee D. • April 20, 2012Great picnic spot..love the tree swing.

ReeD • March 26, 2016Oldest park in the city, but somehow in 2016 qualifies as a "hidden gem." Beautiful historic paths, great views, lush understory, fairytale sunsets, and a mystical spookiness when the fog rolls in.

Keith M. • December 14, 2011There is a bench near the top of the stairs, one of the most tranquil spots in the city to watch the ships on the bay, the city itself and the greenery in front of you!

Robert B. • March 30, 2013Not bad going down the stairs ... going up is a different story.

AJ L. • May 29, 2014This was a gift from Taiwan to the city of San Francisco back in the '80s. It's very tranquil and offers a beautiful view of Stow Lake.

Erin O. • March 30, 2014Don't miss the little free library on the north side.

David H. • June 22, 2016Go up the mosaic stairway instead if you can!

Leo H. • February 27, 2012Heaven on earth 