Transamerica Pyramid, San Francisco
Facts and practical information
The Transamerica Pyramid, an iconic structure piercing the skyline of San Francisco, stands as a testament to innovative architectural design. This pyramid-shaped skyscraper, reaching a height of 260 meters, was completed in 1972 and quickly became one of the most recognizable landmarks of the city.
The building's unique design, characterized by its sharp, tapered form, was conceived not only for aesthetic appeal but also to allow natural light to filter down to the streets below. The Transamerica Pyramid was originally the headquarters of the Transamerica Corporation, though it now serves as an office building for various tenants.
Despite its name and shape, it does not mirror the precise dimensions of the ancient pyramids found in Egypt. Instead, it presents a modern twist on the pyramid concept, with a sleek, futuristic facade made of white quartz and glass. The building is crowned with a pointed spire, which is illuminated at night and can be seen from many parts of the city.
The Transamerica Pyramid is not open to the public, and there are no observation decks for tourists. However, its distinctive profile makes it an unmissable feature of San Francisco's cityscape, and it continues to be a favorite subject for photographers and a key reference point for navigating the vibrant neighborhoods of this bustling metropolis.
600 Montgomery StNortheast San Francisco (Financial District)San Francisco 94111-2702
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- Calculate routeClay Street & Montgomery Street 1 min walk
- Calculate routeSacramento Street & Montgomery Street 3 min walk
- Calculate routeSansome Street & Clay Street 3 min walk
- Calculate routeSansome Street & Washington Street 3 min walk
- Calculate routeSansome Street & Commercial Street 3 min walk
- Calculate routeCalifornia Street & Montgomery Street 5 min walk
- Calculate routeCalifornia Street & Sansome Street 5 min walk
- Calculate routeCalifornia Street & Kearny Street 5 min walk
- Calculate routeCalifornia Street & Battery Street 6 min walk
- Calculate routeEmbarcadero 10 min walk
- Calculate routeMontgomery Street 12 min walk
- Calculate routePowell Street 20 min walk
- Calculate routeFolsom 22 min walk
- Calculate routeEmbarcadero 10 min walk
- Calculate routeMontgomery Street 11 min walk
- Calculate routePowell Street 20 min walk
- Calculate routeFerry Building Gate B 14 min walk
- Calculate routePier 41 Gate 1 29 min walk
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Trolleybus
- Clay Street & Montgomery Street • Lines: 1 (1 min walk)
- Sacramento Street & Montgomery Street • Lines: 1 (3 min walk)
Bus
- Sansome Street & Clay Street • Lines: 12, 38, 38A (3 min walk)
- Sansome Street & Washington Street • Lines: 12 (3 min walk)
Tram
- California Street & Montgomery Street (5 min walk)
- California Street & Sansome Street (5 min walk)
Light rail
- Embarcadero • Lines: K, N, S, T (10 min walk)
- Montgomery Street • Lines: K, N, S, T (12 min walk)
Metro
- Embarcadero • Lines: Blue, Green, Red, Yellow (10 min walk)
- Montgomery Street • Lines: Blue, Green, Red, Yellow (11 min walk)
Ferry
- Ferry Building Gate B • Lines: San Francisco Bay Ferry (14 min walk)
- Pier 41 Gate 1 • Lines: Blue & Gold Fleet (29 min walk)
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