San Francisco

Coit Tower

Open Time : 10:00 A.M to 5:00 P.M

Entry : paid

Address : Coit Tower, Telegraph Hill Boulevard, San Francisco, CA, USA

Website : https://sfrecpark.org/facilities/facility/details/Coit-Tower-290

Why to visit Coit Tower

Coit Tower observation deck at the top of the tower offers 360-degree views of the city and the bay, making it a great spot for sightseeing and taking in the beauty of San Francisco.The inside of Coit Tower is adorned with murals painted by local artists in the 1930s as part of the Federal Art Project, a New Deal program that supported artists during the Great Depression. The murals depict life in San Francisco at the time and are considered an important cultural and historical resource.Coit Tower was built in 1933 as a memorial to Lillie Hitchcock Coit, a philanthropist and patron of the arts. It was designed by architects Arthur Brown Jr. and Henry Howard and is listed on the National Register of Historic Place

Places to visit near Coit Tower

  • Golden Gate Park
  • The Mission District
  • The Presidio
  • Fisherman's Wharf

Places to eat near Coit Tower

  • The Sentinel
  • Mission Chinese Food
  • Ristorante Milano
  • Mama's

How to reach

The following transit lines have routes that pass near Coit Tower

  • Bus : 1, 12,30, 39, 8, 41
  • Train : LOCAL
  • BART : GREEN,  YELLOW
  • Light Rail : F

Timings

It is open from 10am to 5pm

Entry fee

Entry ticket costs $10 per person

FAQ on Coit Tower

Is there an admission fee?

Yes, there is an admission fee to visit Coit Tower. As of 2021, the fee was $10

How do I get to Coit Tower?

Coit Tower is located on Telegraph Hill in San Francisco. It is easily accessible by public transportation, and there is limited street parking available in the area. The 39 and 41 Muni bus lines both stop at Coit Tower, and the tower is a short walk from the Embarcadero and Montgomery Street BART stations.

Can I take pictures inside the tower?

Photography is allowed inside Coit Tower, but flash photography is not allowed. You can take pictures of the murals, but please be respectful of other visitors and do not block their view.

What are the major attractions near Coit Tower?

The major attractions near Coit Tower are following Golden Gate Park The Mission District, The Presidio, Fisherman's Wharf.

Special Tip

Coit Tower is located on Telegraph Hill, which can be steep and hilly. Wear comfortable shoes to make the walk up to the tower more enjoyable.

By Hammad Warsi

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