Historic Walking Areas in San Francisco

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Historic Walking Areas in San Francisco

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  • Thomas V
    Oakland, CA19,139 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    I always take visitors here to this unique corner of the city. Start at the top, up Telegraph Hill and slowly walk down enjoying the views of the Bay and the unusual houses along the way. Marvel at how people get their groceries to their front doors. There are a few benches for sitting along the way.
    Written 1 October 2024
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  • AMohsen
    Port Said, Egypt687 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Briefly, the Golden Gate must be on top of the list, and this is one of the places that guarantees happy moments, memories, and unforgettable glimpse.
    Written 2 June 2024
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  • Molly
    Greenville, SC120 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    The Filbert Steps to the small park up top truly make it a magical approach through greenery and windswept trees thrusting out color amidst birdsong. Even hummingbirds drew close as I witnessed the golden light of daybreak caress the towering Eucalyptus awake. North Beach has felt safe, super clean, walkable, and friendly to me as an East Coast lady here solo a few days.
    Written 26 January 2025
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  • guennie3
    Cambridge, UK460 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A hidden gem in San Francisco. Did this as part of a day walking round SF. It is a place the locals go to work out. Steep steps but what a view and surrounded by beautiful houses and gardens. Worth doing but you need to be fit.
    Written 30 November 2023
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  • Thomas V
    Oakland, CA19,139 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Forget what you heard about the death of San Francisco! This neighborhood is thriving with lots of people around eating, drinking, shopping, plus enjoying a beautiful park. A great urban vibe with a good mix of old and new architecture.
    Written 4 February 2025
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  • Liz B
    Melbourne, Australia30 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We loved this lane as it is known as Barbary Lane in Tales of the City, a show we loved. As its title it is a lane and all the homes open directly out onto it. The gardens are beautiful and it is very tranquil and peaceful from the hustle and bustle. You can then continue using the Vallejo steps to North Beach but look out when coming back this way as they are very steep and it feels like a trillion steps, and I will not miss them! Liz and Michael Melbourne, Australia.
    Written 24 May 2024
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  • Thomas V
    Oakland, CA19,139 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A very long street that crosses many neighborhoods. We were on it today downtown in the Financial District where you will find lots of modern skyscrapers. But you can ride the Cable Car up Nob Hill and beyond. Way out west you will find the Richmond District, residential and shopping.
    Written 3 August 2022
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  • TheShis
    Tel Aviv, Israel44,564 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    We took the gorgeous walk through Greenwich Steps going downhill from Coit Tower, and we were glad we did, as the way itself is simply wonderful.
    Make sure, though, to walk DOWN the steps, as the way up is VERY difficult, even for fit travellers.
    Written 15 May 2023
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  • NorthEastMe999
    North East England, UK700 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    The quickest route from Coit Tower down to the Embarcadero. It winds through gardens, past homes perched on terraces on the side of Telegraph Hill. So peaceful and calm, tranquil really.
    Written 12 April 2019
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  • Rschagrin
    Delray Beach, FL15,618 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    A small street off Union Square with more high retail stores. It i a walking street without any vehicles.
    Written 3 September 2019
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  • Thomas V
    Oakland, CA19,139 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    This is a major North-South street that runs from the Bay to the Mission. Along the way you will find City Hall and the Opera House, some classic old auto showrooms, and lots of new apartments. The street itself has been re-configured to accommodate express buses which have become very fast and popular. Driving has become more difficult with the changes. It is very wide and was a fire break during the 1906 earthquake and fire.
    Written 19 January 2025
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  • misopiso88
    Seattle, WA24,225 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We were walking around the neighborhood and stopped in our tracks to see the unprecedented views. Worth the detour!
    Written 31 March 2019
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  • Houston N
    Franklin, TN1,715 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Enjoy the beautiful views from the Promenade as you walk away from the hustle and bustle of the City. Not as crowded as the streets and sidewalks.
    Written 3 September 2015
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  • 484Michelle
    Sydney, Australia205 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Nice stairway. The steps themselves aren't fancy but the surrounding gardens and views are nice. It's a short walk down the the Castro.
    Written 13 March 2016
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  • Thomas V
    Oakland, CA19,139 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    This long street runs from the Castro Street neighborhood into the Mission and over to Noe Valley. Along the way are some wonderful Victorian houses and a big hill.
    Written 30 October 2020
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