Torpedo Wharf, San Francisco

Name: Torpedo Wharf
Address: San Francisco, United States

#201 among attractions in San Francisco

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Torpedo Wharf is a wharf in the Presidio of San Francisco, in the U.S. state of California. The site has been a wharf since 1854, and earned its current name when the United States Army built a naval mine depot c. 1907–1909. The current wharf was established in 1941, and now serves as a popular tourist destination. ()

Coordinates: 37°48'33"N, 122°28'12"W

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Torpedo Wharf – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Golden Gate Bridge, Fort Point National Historic Site, Palace of Fine Arts, Presidio of San Francisco.

0.9 miNW
Iconic art deco span opened in 1937
Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco
24 min walk • Spanning the strait that connects San Francisco Bay to the Pacific Ocean, the Golden Gate Bridge stands as an iconic marvel of modern engineering and a celebrated symbol of San Francisco. Completed in 1937, this suspension bridge is renowned for its striking...
0.4 miW
Forts and castles
Fort Point National Historic Site, San Francisco
11 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.
1.3 miSE
Theater and dance in a landmark building
Palace of Fine Arts, San Francisco
32 min walk • The Palace of Fine Arts in San Francisco stands as a monumental testament to beauty and culture in the Marina District. This architectural marvel, originally constructed for the 1915 Panama-Pacific Exposition, was designed to exhibit works of art.
0.7 miSE
Vast park with trails and overlooks
Presidio of San Francisco, San Francisco
19 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.
1.2 miN
Vernacular architecture, Lighthouse
Lime Point Light, San Francisco
31 min walk • Lime Point Lighthouse is a lighthouse in California, on the northern side of the narrowest part of Golden Gate strait. The lighthouse sits at the base of a steep cliff, very near the North anchorage of the Golden Gate Bridge. It is built on a 100-foot long rock spur named Lime Point.
0.8 miSE
Museum, Art museum, Specialty museum
Walt Disney Family Museum, San Francisco
21 min walk • The Walt Disney Family Museum is an American museum that features the life and legacy of Walt Disney. The museum is located in The Presidio of San Francisco, part of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area in San Francisco.
0.8 miSW
Monuments and statues
West Coast Memorial to the Missing of World War II, San Francisco
22 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.
0.7 miSE
Park
House of Air, San Francisco
18 min walk • House of Air is an indoor trampoline park located in San Francisco's Crissy Field. Opened in 2010, it is located in a converted Presidio air hangar. The facility features over 8,000 square feet of trampoline space.
~1570 ftS
37°48'18"N • 122°28'8"W
House of Air, San Francisco
8 min walk • Amusement, Amusement park, Game and entertainment center
0.4 miW
Lighthouse
Fort Point Light, San Francisco
11 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.
1.6 miNW
Forts and castles, Campsite
Kirby Cove, San Francisco
41 min walk • Kirby Cove Camp is a campground and scenic area managed by the Golden Gate National Recreation Area in the Marin Headlands, California.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Torpedo Wharf?

Nearby attractions include House of Air, San Francisco (8 min walk), Greater Farallones National Marine Sanctuary, San Francisco (8 min walk), Fort Point National Historic Site, San Francisco (11 min walk), Fort Point Light, San Francisco (11 min walk).

How to get to Torpedo Wharf by public transport?

The nearest stations to Torpedo Wharf:

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Golden Gate Bridge Toll Plaza • Lines: 101, 101X, 18, 2, 24, 24C, 24X, 27, 30, 38, 38A, 4, 4C, 54, 54C, 56X, 58, 70, 72, 72X, 74, 76, 8, 92 (9 min walk)
Sports Basement Parking Lot • Lines: 30 (19 min walk)