Coit Tower
Type: Architecture, Great Views, Sightseeing
Last updated on January 30, 2022
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Often considered a tribute to San Francisco's volunteer firefighters, this 210-foot-tall tower has been a prominent feature in the city's skyline since its dedication in 1933. Endowed by the will of... Read More
Often considered a tribute to San Francisco's volunteer firefighters, this 210-foot-tall tower has been a prominent feature in the city's skyline since its dedication in 1933. Endowed by the will of Lillie Hitchcock Coit, the tower was chosen as the manifestation of Coit's wish for a project to beautify the city. The Art Deco tower affords breathtaking views of the city and the Bay, and while the vista from the top is ideal, the one from the parking lot is almost as grand. The tower's interior features fantastic murals commissioned by a public-arts predecessor to the WPA. Since parking in the area is scarce, it's best to walk up Telegraph Hill on your own.
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EXPERT TIPS BY:
Tom Molanphy
San Francisco Local Expert
- Romantic Things to Do, Free Things to Do: "A major renovation in 2014 has revitalized this beloved San Francisco landmark."
- Best for Romantic Things to Do Because: Coit Tower is one of the most popular - and romantic - spots to watch a glorious Pacific Sunset.
- Best for Free Things to Do Because: While it costs to ride the elevator to the top of Coit Tower, the beautiful murals on the first floor are free for viewing.
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