Baker Beach, San Francisco

Name: Baker Beach
Address: San Francisco, United States

#313 among attractions in San Francisco

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Baker Beach is a public beach on the peninsula of San Francisco, California, U.S. The beach lies on the shore of the Pacific Ocean in the northwest of the city. It is roughly a 0.5 mi long, beginning just south of Golden Gate Point, extending southward toward the Seacliff peninsula, the Palace of the Legion of Honor and the Sutro Baths. The northern section of Baker Beach is "frequented by clothing-optional sunbathers," and as such it is considered a nude beach. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 37°47'34"N, 122°29'2"W

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Northwest San Francisco (Presidio National Park)San Francisco United States

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Baker Beach – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Legion of Honor Museum, Fort Point National Historic Site, Green Apple Books, Lands End.

1.1 miSW
Renowned art museum with stunning views
Legion of Honor Museum, San Francisco
28 min walk • Perched on the headlands above the Golden Gate Bridge, the Legion of Honor Museum is one of San Francisco's most exquisite treasures. This fine arts museum is a homage to the revered French Legion of Honor, and its neoclassical architecture, complete with a replica of...
1.3 miN
Forts and castles
Fort Point National Historic Site, San Francisco
34 min walk • Nestled beneath the southern anchorage of the iconic Golden Gate Bridge, Fort Point National Historic Site in San Francisco stands as a proud monument to America’s rich military heritage. This fortification, constructed by the U.S.
1.2 miSE
Shopping, Bookshop
Green Apple Books, San Francisco
32 min walk • Nestled in the heart of San Francisco's Richmond District, Green Apple Books & Music stands as a cherished landmark for book lovers and a testament to the enduring appeal of independent bookstores. Since its establishment in 1967, Green Apple Books has grown from a...
1.2 miSW
Park
Lands End, San Francisco
31 min walk • Lands End is a scenic treasure at the edge of San Francisco, offering breathtaking views of the rugged California coastline and the Golden Gate Bridge. As a popular tourist attraction within the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, Lands End's wild and windy trails...
1.2 miNE
Vast park with trails and overlooks
Presidio of San Francisco, San Francisco
31 min walk • Nestled at the northern tip of the San Francisco Peninsula, the Presidio of San Francisco stands as a verdant oasis amidst urban sprawl, offering residents and tourists alike a multifaceted experience rich in history, recreation, and natural beauty.
1 miSW
Monuments and statues, Sculpture, Art gallery
Holocaust Memorial, San Francisco
26 min walk • The Holocaust Memorial at California Palace of the Legion of Honor is a Holocaust memorial in San Francisco, California, in Lincoln Park, overlooking the Golden Gate. It was created by artist George Segal out of white painted bronze.
0.5 miNE
Monuments and statues
West Coast Memorial to the Missing of World War II, San Francisco
14 min walk • The West Coast Memorial to the Missing of World War II is a monument dedicated to missing soldiers, sailors, marines, coast guardsmen, and airmen of World War II. It is a curved wall of California granite set in a grove of Monterey pine and cypress and overlooking the Pacific Ocean.
1 miSW
Natural attraction, Golf, Hill
Lincoln Heights, San Francisco
25 min walk • Lincoln Heights is the 24th highest peak in the city of San Francisco, California, at 380 feet. Situated in the northwestestern portion of the city, the hill has the Legion of Honor museum near its peak.
1.2 miNE
37°48'18"N • 122°28'8"W
House of Air, San Francisco
30 min walk • Amusement, Amusement park, Game and entertainment center
0.9 miS
Church, Sacred and religious sites
Holy Virgin Cathedral, San Francisco
22 min walk • The Holy Virgin Cathedral, also known as Joy of All Who Sorrow, is a Russian Orthodox cathedral in the Richmond District of San Francisco.
1.3 miN
Lighthouse
Fort Point Light, San Francisco
33 min walk • Fort Point Light is a decommissioned lighthouse built on the third tier of Fort Point, which is now directly beneath the south anchorage of the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, California.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Baker Beach?

Nearby attractions include China Beach, San Francisco (13 min walk), West Coast Memorial to the Missing of World War II, San Francisco (14 min walk), MacArthur Tunnel, San Francisco (21 min walk), Holy Virgin Cathedral, San Francisco (22 min walk).

How to get to Baker Beach by public transport?

The nearest stations to Baker Beach:

Bus

Bowley Street & Lincoln Boulevard • Lines: 29 (4 min walk)
Lincoln Boulevard & Pershing Drive • Lines: 29, Ph (5 min walk)

Trolleybus

California Street & 22nd Avenue • Lines: 1 (16 min walk)