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Did you know that San Francisco’s Golden Gate Park is bigger than Central Park in New York City?
San Francisco, CA
Monday:
Open 24 hours
Tuesday:
Open 24 hours
Wednesday:
Open 24 hours
Thursday:
Open 24 hours
Friday:
Open 24 hours
Saturday:
Open 24 hours
Sunday:
Open 24 hours
Golden Gate Park is around 1,017 acres or roughly 3 miles from end to end! Over 24 million people visit this sprawling city park each year. There’s so much to see and do in Golden Gate Park, from museums and gardens to boating and picnicking. You can easily spend hours here!
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Golden Gate Park has museums, gardens, lakes and even windmills! You can easily spend hours here
San Francisco, CA
Monday:
Open 24 hours
Tuesday:
Open 24 hours
Wednesday:
Open 24 hours
Thursday:
Open 24 hours
Friday:
Open 24 hours
Saturday:
Open 24 hours
Sunday:
Open 24 hours
For bird’s-eye views of the park, ride the 150-foot tall Golden Gate Park SkyStar Observation Wheel. The wheel is expected to remain in San Francisco until spring 2025. Besides being home to a wide range of attractions, Golden Gate Park also hosts large events like Outside Lands music festival and Bay to Breakers, an annual race in San Francisco.
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Head to the Hamon Observation Tower for stunning views of the park and San Francisco. Entry is free!
50 Hagiwara Tea Garden Dr
San Francisco, CA
Monday:
Closed
Tuesday:
9:30 AM – 5:15 PM
Wednesday:
9:30 AM – 5:15 PM
Thursday:
9:30 AM – 5:15 PM
Friday:
9:30 AM – 5:15 PM
Saturday:
9:30 AM – 5:15 PM
Sunday:
9:30 AM – 5:15 PM
Along with a beautiful view of Golden Gate Park, de Young Museum has a world-class collection of art. It’s the oldest museum in San Francisco.
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On a warm day you’ll see San Francisco locals enjoying the sunshine and nature inside this urban oasis
100 John F Kennedy Dr
San Francisco, CA
Monday:
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tuesday:
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wednesday:
Closed
Thursday:
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday:
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday:
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday:
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
The iconic Conservatory of Flowers is the oldest building in Golden Gate Park. You’ll find rare, exotic plants inside the greenhouse and a colorful dahlia garden right next to it. The lawns are popular among locals on a warm, lazy afternoon. You’ll also spot plenty of joggers in the area! You can see more beautiful plants and flowers at the San Francisco Botanical Garden, which is located inside Golden Gate Park as well.
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You can stroll and bike through Golden Gate Park, or even take a free shuttle bus
San Francisco, CA
Monday:
Open 24 hours
Tuesday:
Open 24 hours
Wednesday:
Open 24 hours
Thursday:
Open 24 hours
Friday:
Open 24 hours
Saturday:
Open 24 hours
Sunday:
Open 24 hours
Golden Gate Park runs a free shuttle bus that stops off at popular attractions. JFK Drive inside the park is a car-free route, making it perfect for strolling or cycling.
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The Japanese Tea Garden in Golden Gate Park is the oldest of its kind in the USA
75 Hagiwara Tea Garden Dr
San Francisco, CA
Monday:
9:00 AM – 4:45 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM – 4:45 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM – 4:45 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM – 4:45 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM – 4:45 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM – 4:45 PM
Sunday:
9:00 AM – 4:45 PM
San Francisco’s Japanese Tea Garden was founded in 1895. Wander among pagodas, statues and manicured hedges. This peaceful garden also has a charming tea house.
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If you’re lucky, you might see cherry blossoms blooming in the spring!
75 Hagiwara Tea Garden Dr
San Francisco, CA
Monday:
9:00 AM – 4:45 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM – 4:45 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM – 4:45 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM – 4:45 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM – 4:45 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM – 4:45 PM
Sunday:
9:00 AM – 4:45 PM
The Japanese Tea Garden is lovely to visit year around, but it is especially magical during cherry blossom season.
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Golden Gate Park is full of hidden gems that are free to visit, like this James Turrell art installation!
50 Hagiwara Tea Garden Dr
San Francisco, CA
Monday:
Closed
Tuesday:
9:30 AM – 5:15 PM
Wednesday:
9:30 AM – 5:15 PM
Thursday:
9:30 AM – 5:15 PM
Friday:
9:30 AM – 5:15 PM
Saturday:
9:30 AM – 5:15 PM
Sunday:
9:30 AM – 5:15 PM
Besides the top attractions, Golden Gate Park is home to tranquil treasures like art installations and Stow Lake. You can rent a boat there, visit the Golden Gate Bridge Pavilion or check out the views atop Strawberry Hill.
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The park is also home to one-of-kind creatures. Meet Claude, a resident albino alligator at the California Academy of Sciences
55 Music Concourse Dr
San Francisco, CA
Monday:
9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday:
9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday:
9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday:
9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday:
11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
The California Academy of Sciences is one of the museums located inside Golden Gate Park. You’ll find an aquarium, planetarium, rainforest and fascinating exhibits all under one roof. Fun fact: Speaking of interesting animals, there is even a bison paddock inside Golden Gate Park!
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Don’t miss Golden Gate Park’s iconic windmills! The view is especially glorious during tulip season
1690 John F Kennedy Dr
San Francisco, CA
Monday:
Open 24 hours
Tuesday:
Open 24 hours
Wednesday:
Open 24 hours
Thursday:
Open 24 hours
Friday:
Open 24 hours
Saturday:
Open 24 hours
Sunday:
Open 24 hours
Just when you thought Golden Gate Park couldn’t offer any more surprises, you can add wooden windmills to the list! They were originally built to irrigate the park’s gardens and lawns. There’s always something in bloom in Golden Gate Park, no matter the season.