This quiet hill in Bernal Heights is great for a sunset stroll. Plus, it’s child- and pet-friendly. Take the trail all the way to the top for a special bonus: a tree swing for taking it all in. Read more.
One of my absolute favorite places in San Fran! Gorgeous views, dog friendly, perfect for a long walk/picnic/run. Always a bit chilly/windy so plan accordingly. Tons of history, architecture, etc.
With grassy open space, running and biking paths, room for your canine companions, a real beach and even a surf spot, it has everything your SoCal friends think they can only find in Santa Monica. Read more.
On the weekends this place fills up for picnics with rosé. Climb to the top and take in the views or watch Karl the Fog roll in from down below.
where you can see a nice picturesque shot of the outer Richmond and sunset, the ocean and the sun setting.
Beautiful dog park on the east side of the park. Let your dogs run unleashed there. Beautiful kids play area on the west side of the park. Lots of awesome seating/lounging/picnicking areas for all
Stunning panoramic views of the city, and a cute spot for dates! On your way up, you'll also be able to walk up the 16th Ave Tiled Steps!
Behind the waterfall are the inscriptions of some of MLK Jr's speeches, while just above the waterfall is a great vista of the SFMOMA and part of SF's downtown skyline.
On a sunny day head for the south side of Alta Plaza Park and hunker down at the top of the Pierce Street steps - less wind and great view.
I love this park, it has it all. Off leash dog park on one side, playground and lawn to lay out in on the other. Paved paths throughout to walk around on and the best view of the painted ladies!
Wow, on a rare warm, sunny evening, Holly Park is incredible. A real oasis, and not nearly as crowded as Dolores
One of the best views on the city! Cool and romantic, great to take friends visiting the city with bottle of champagne. Walk up the stairs without turning until the flat part, sit on benches and enjoy
Great place to just soak in SF. You’ll find people walking their dogs, flying kites, running & just relaxing on the grass. Historic homes lie alongside. Great views of the Golden Gate Bridge and bay.
A quiet, tucked away dog-friendly park with close-up views of Sutro and Twin Peaks, Cole Valley, Corona Heights and downtown.
Do laps of the Panhandle on Sundays during Rollerblading Frenzy Hour. Helmets and a poor sense of balance are the only requirements.
Great place to eat lunch! Climb the hill with a lunch to go, eat, and watch the dogs run around adorably. After lunch head to Grace Cathedral.
