San Francisco · San Mateo County, CA
Outdoors in San Francisco
Scout analyzed 155 San Francisco places and surfaced the ones that actually fit outdoors.
Places analyzed
155
Matches
29
Typical spend
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Typical visit
1.5 hr
Complete outings
Afternoon Blooms in Golden Gate Park
Spend a delightful afternoon amidst the natural beauty of the San Francisco Botanical Garden, exploring its vast collections. Afterward, enjoy a casual lunch and finish with a refreshing coffee.
Morning Views & North Beach Bites
Kick off your day with panoramic views of San Francisco at Francisco Park, a beautiful free spot. Follow it up with an affordable and authentic breakfast at an Italian cafe. Finish with a leisurely stroll through the historic North Beach neighborhood.
Afternoon Views at Golden Gate National Park
Spend a quintessential San Francisco afternoon exploring the Golden Gate National Recreation Area. Take in the iconic views, then enjoy a casual local coffee experience before a relaxing stroll.
Afternoon Stroll & Coffee in Golden Gate Park
Enjoy a serene afternoon wandering through the diverse San Francisco Botanical Garden. Afterward, find a quiet spot for a coffee and reflect on the beauty of the gardens, all within the expansive Golden Gate Park.
Morning Blooms & Brunch in Golden Gate Park
Start your day with a romantic stroll through the lush San Francisco Botanical Garden, admiring plants from around the world. Afterward, head to the nearby Haight-Ashbury neighborhood for a cozy breakfast and coffee.
Best neighborhoods for outdoors
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Lincoln Park
Lands End Lookout
Waterfront hiking through wildflowers, with shipwreck views & access to the Sutro Baths ruins.
Golden Gate Park
San Francisco Botanical Garden
55 acres of serene gardens showcasing diverse plants from around the world & a magnolia collection.
Pacific Heights
Lafayette Park
Puppies & picnickers pack this hilltop park, which includes a playground & tennis courts.
Russian Hill
Ina Coolbrith Park
This pint-sized, unassuming tract features a steep path & views of the city & bay.
Alamo Square
Alamo Square Park
Green space with a playground, tennis court & views of the city's iconic painted Victorian houses.
Outdoors
Golden Gate National Recreation Area
Coastal urban park with historic sites & activities from bicycling to hiking to water sports.
Corona Heights
Corona Heights Park
Bustling, hilly park featuring hiking trails & sweeping, scenic city vistas.
Russian Hill
Francisco Park
Small park at the top of Russian Hill (& former gravesite of Russian sailors) offering city views.
Presidio of San Francisco
Crissy Field
Grass field & sandy beach offering trails, a restored marsh & picturesque views of the Golden Gate.
Pacific Heights
Alta Plaza Park
Park with a playground, tennis courts & a grand staircase that leads to panoramic views of the city.
Central Waterfront
Crane Cove Park
Reclaimed area in a former shipyard, with a small beach for water sports & views of passing boats.
Golden Gate Park
Golden Gate Park
The city's 1,017-acre oasis draws hikers, bikers, art lovers & music fans, plus gardens & museums.
SoMa
Salesforce Park
Gondola access to an urban rooftop garden with trees, flowers & play equipment, plus a cafe terrace.
Telegraph Hill
Pioneer Park
Celebrated hilltop park featuring panoramic city & bay views, the famous Coit Tower & a gift shop.
Yerba Buena
Yerba Buena Gardens
Several gardens share space with dramatic outdoor public art pieces, including a memorial waterfall.
Golden Gate Park
Strawberry Hill
Hill in a lake reaching 430 feet with Golden Gate views & a man-made waterfall, accessed by bridges.
Financial District
Rincon Park
Waterfront park with a promenade & a giant bow & arrow sculpture, plus Bay Bridge views.
Presidio of San Francisco
Batteries to Bluffs Trail
0.7-mi. pedestrian walkway along the shoreline, offering elevated views of the ocean & bluffs.
Outdoors
Hawk Hill
Bird & butterfly viewing site & onetime military fort offering sweeping city & bridge views.
Outdoors
Purisima Creek Redwoods Open Space Preserve
Mountainside area with tall trees, offering canyon hikes, biking trails & horse-riding paths.
Parnassus Heights
Mount Sutro Open Space Reserve
Peaceful green space features a variety of meandering trails through lush forest surrounds.
Glen Park
Glen Canyon Park
A deep canyon runs through this park, which features sports fields, tennis courts & playgrounds.
Lincoln Park
Lands End Labyrinth
Artist Eduardo Aguilera created this labyrinth with views over the Golden Gate Bridge in 2004.
Mount Davidson
Mt. Davidson Park
Wooded park at the city's highest peak offering a few walking trails & sweeping urban vistas.
Outdoors
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