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Golden Gate Heights Mosaic Stairway

Scenic Lookout, Public Art, and Hiking Trail

Golden Gate Heights, San Francisco

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Ranked #1 for hidden spots in San Francisco
"Head to the top of Grand View Park"(5 Tips)
"... so was hard to see the mosaic steps, but still got to see the sunset and was..."(3 Tips)
"Hidden gem of San Francisco."(5 Tips)
"My favorite spot in SF."(2 Tips)

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Caroline DengJanuary 17, 2016
A hidden gem within SF. Also, come at around sunrise or sunset and go all the way up to Grand View Park to get awesome panoramic shots.
Erik CintronApril 23, 2017
These steps are something to else to see. There make a picture of mosaic. There has to be over 100 steps. But worth getting up to top and after is amazing park with an amazing view of San fran
Stefani KJune 1, 2017
This staircase is a bit out of the way but if you love hidden gems, it's a great place to visit! It is extremely detailed and has amazing landscaping surrounding it.
Aaron CruzJuly 26, 2014
An off the beaten spot in the Inner Sunset neighborhood. You’ll find handmade animals, birds, flowers & fish themed tiles on the mosaic steps. Great panoramic views up-top. Greenery lines both sides.
Katherine M.July 25, 2014
To do this right, start at the mosaic steps at 16th and Kirkham, then continue to these steps at 16th and Moraga. Do not miss Grand View park at the top of the steps. One of the best spots in SF.
XNovember 24, 2013
On a clear day when the sun is still shining, this view is such a great hidden spot of moraga! (Even better to take staircase photos when no one else is there!)
KellyNovember 26, 2015
i plan on coming up here more very early in the morning and in the evening to catch the sunset. i can't post my video of the scenery, but here's a screenshot from it :)
Margaret ToDecember 25, 2013
coming right before sunset would be perfect! We came here a lil late so was hard to see the mosaic steps, but still got to see the sunset and was very romantic :)
Christie HeikkinenFebruary 18, 2013
A beautiful hidden staircase covered in tiles. It's quite a climb all the way to the top! Head to the top of Grand View Park after for an amazing view of the city.
George ChaoMay 29, 2014
With the Grand View Park, it's the real hidden gem in the San Francisco. Don't miss it if you passing by!
Majed AlashariFebruary 14, 2017
Beautiful stairs decoration with more than 200 mosaic. Come here in sunset to enjoy the view over the city.
Paul KatzApril 5, 2015
Amazing neighborhood collaboration. The beauty of the stairs is matched by the panoramic ocean view.
Viator.comDecember 11, 2013
With over 163 steps, the entire process took more than two and a half years to complete and required a grass-roots approach from the local community to raise necessary funds.
NatalieApril 29, 2017
Beautiful mosaic! Walk all the way up and the view of the city is absolutely rewarding!
Anna BalanvskaJune 20, 2017
My favorite spot in SF. The park on top has a great view 👌🏼
Kanji IshiwaraDecember 17, 2014
Took muni 6 parnassus to moraga from embarcadero. Very easy and totally worth it--the views and the stairs!
Mark GeyerJanuary 11, 2013
If you have the time, wait out the crowds to take a clear picture of the steps on a clear Sunday morning. That's Instagram material right there.
Johann D'SouzaAugust 26, 2017
Beautiful stairs. Colourful. A little tricky to find.
MvennApril 30, 2016
Beautiful mosaic stairs. Views from the top are incredible!
Lynh NguyenNovember 23, 2013
A hidden gem. Even the cab driver didn't know about these steps. Worth the trek! Nice viewing point
Diana ArzMarch 31, 2019
Go all the way to the top. Take lots of photos 😊
David HoltzJune 22, 2016
The community "policing" signs are amazingly funny.
Pelin Güvenç KefelNovember 28, 2016
Loved the stairs! And it's in the middle of a quiet neighborhood 😊
Paige CJune 7, 2019
Beautiful views and a gorgeous photo op!
JayJanuary 19, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Bring a bottle of water and your camera. You won't regret it ;)
Ira LauMarch 7, 2016
Been here 25+ times
Best to visit it when the sun is setting for the best light.
Natale BogunNovember 16, 2017
Awesome place. Breathtaking views.
CamiliaSeptember 26, 2016
Quiet in the morning. Nice .. No crowded.
Cherrie CJanuary 19, 2014
It's beautiful and perfect around sunset time!
Lena KiddDecember 24, 2015
Go here during weekday, less crowded.
Jaydeep SinghJanuary 6, 2016
Come here for the sunset.
Jessa VillamorFebruary 23, 2015
Can be crowded. But the stairs are beautiful
AaronJanuary 12, 2014
You can see the tile index at http://hiddengardensteps.org/
Rita LOctober 25, 2014
Pretty art on the stairs!
Rcdc OnlyApril 20, 2013
We had our daughter dress in white and did her first year photos here.
Shri LJanuary 2, 2017
Head to Grand view park too!
Ira LauNovember 3, 2012
Been here 25+ times
Don't forget a flashlight if you're going up the stairs at night. Apparently they didn't factor in lights for the evening time.
Christine ChouDecember 30, 2012
Walk up these artistic steps for a gorgeous view
Rebecca AtencioJune 21, 2014
Very neat, be sure to not go on a weekend
MiaMay 10, 2015
Hidden gem of San Francisco.
MissConnorAugust 22, 2015
Beautiful but not easy to access
Maria NelsonMay 22, 2017
So pretty!
Eric RodenbeckDecember 15, 2013
Beautiful! Stretches waaaaay up the hill.
Yordan BratkovNovember 7, 2013
Fantastic views!
Jaileez CamposFebruary 1, 2014
SO PWETTTTY
Andrew NygardMay 23, 2012
Been here 50+ times
Amazing. Public arts project.
ryan o'connorJanuary 22, 2010
go to the top and see one of the best views in the city.
Matt ReinfeldMarch 28, 2015
how many steps is it?
Funda AkbostanciAugust 11, 2016
Çok etkileyiciydi kesinlikle çıktığımız tüm yokuşlara ve merdivenlere değdi bence gün batımı burada harika olur👍🏻😍
Daniel POctober 28, 2018
la vista hasta arriba es lo mejor

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