China Beach, San Francisco

Name: China Beach
Address: San Francisco, United States
Telephone: +1 415 561 4323

#314 among attractions in San Francisco

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China Beach is a small cove in San Francisco's Sea Cliff neighborhood. It lies between Baker Beach and Lands End and is part of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area. It was previously known as James D. Phelan State Beach Park. It was once used as a campsite for Chinese fishermen. Swimming is not safe at China Beach because of many possible dangers and the lack of lifeguards in the area. At low tides, there are tide pools to discover, and it is sometimes possible to walk to Baker Beach. China Beach offers a view of the Golden Gate Bridge and the Marin Headlands. ()

Coordinates: 37°47'18"N, 122°29'28"W

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Northwest San Francisco (Seacliff)San Francisco United States

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+1 415 561 4323

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

Nearby attractions include: de Young Museum, Legion of Honor Museum, Japanese Tea Garden, Lands End.

1.7 miSE
Fine-arts museum with a sculpture garden
de Young Museum, San Francisco
43 min walk • Nestled in the heart of San Francisco's vibrant Golden Gate Park, the de Young Museum stands as a testament to the city's rich cultural tapestry and dedication to the arts. This premier public art institution, known for its distinctive copper facade that naturally...
0.6 miSW
Renowned art museum with stunning views
Legion of Honor Museum, San Francisco
16 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...
1.7 miSE
Manicured gardens with Japanese teahouse
Japanese Tea Garden, San Francisco
43 min walk • Nestled within the bustling city of San Francisco lies a serene oasis known as the Japanese Tea Garden. This tranquil park, located in the heart of Golden Gate Park, is an embodiment of tranquility and traditional Japanese aesthetics.
0.7 miSW
Park
Lands End, San Francisco
19 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 miW
Memorial, View point, Park
USS San Francisco Memorial, San Francisco
31 min walk • The USS San Francisco Memorial stands as a solemn tribute to the valor and sacrifice of the crew of the USS San Francisco during its service in World War II. Located in San Francisco, California, the memorial overlooks the Pacific Ocean from the Lands End area within...
1.6 miSW
Garden, Park, Windmill
Golden Gate Park windmills, San Francisco
41 min walk • The Golden Gate Park windmills are two historic windmills located at Golden Gate Park in San Francisco, California.
0.5 miW
Monuments and statues, Sculpture, Art gallery
Holocaust Memorial, San Francisco
14 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.
1.4 miSE
Park
Stow Lake Boathouse, San Francisco
37 min walk • The Stow Lake Boathouse is a recreational facility in San Francisco.
1 miNE
Monuments and statues
West Coast Memorial to the Missing of World War II, San Francisco
26 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.
1.3 miSW
Park, View point
Sutro Heights Park, San Francisco
34 min walk • Sutro Heights Park is an historic public park in the Outer Richmond District of western San Francisco, California. It is within the Golden Gate National Recreation Area and the Sutro Historic District.
0.5 miSW
Natural attraction, Golf, Hill
Lincoln Heights, San Francisco
13 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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to China Beach?

Nearby attractions include Lincoln Heights, San Francisco (13 min walk), Baker Beach, San Francisco (13 min walk), Holocaust Memorial, San Francisco (14 min walk), First United Lutheran Church, San Francisco (16 min walk).

How to get to China Beach by public transport?

The nearest stations to China Beach:

Trolleybus

California Street & 30th Avenue • Lines: 1 (9 min walk)
32nd Avenue & California Street • Lines: 1 (9 min walk)

Bus

25th Avenue & El Camino Del Mar • Lines: 29 (9 min walk)
Lincoln Boulevard & Bowley Street • Lines: 29 (12 min walk)