Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
PRESIDIO
This beautiful wooded corner of the city has
stunning views over both Golden Gate Bridge
and the mouth of San Francisco Bay. First
established as an outpost of Spain's New
World empire in 1776, the Presidio was, for
many years, the site of an army base. But in
1994 its ownership passed to the National Park
Service and it is now an area of contrasting
attractions: visitors may take in Civil War gun
sites, and parade grounds and barracks from
the 19th century, or enjoy an invigorating
stroll through miles of forest land. The area
is planted with pine and eucalyptus trees,
and is a wildlife haven. You can reach Baker
Beach via the park, and a notable landmark,
the Palace of Fine Arts, lies to the east.
Sights at a Glance
Historic Streets and Buildings
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Churches and Temples
7
Restaurants
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Aziza
2
Burma Superstar
3
Gaspare's Pizza House & Italian
4
King of Thai
5
Liverpool Lil's
6
Pizzetta 211
7
Q Restaurant and Wine Bar
8
The Warming Hut
Palace of Fine Arts
Holy Virgin Cathedral
Presidio Officers' Club
Temple Emanu-El
Parks and Gardens
6
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Golden Gate Bridge pp64-7
5
Clement Street
Museums and Galleries
2
8
Baker Beach
The Walt Disney Family Museum
Fort Point and Crissy Field
4
See also Street Finder
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The stunning Palace of Fine Arts
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