Top rated Historical landmarks in San Francisco

Experience the best that San Francisco has to offer with our curated list of top-rated places. Sorted by average review scores from venues boasting over 30 reviews, these establishments promise exceptional quality and experiences to elevate your visit in the city. This list contains 50 places from Historical landmark category.

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World War II West Coast Memorial
Historical landmark
👍👍 A quiet place for picnic with an infinite view of the Pacific Ocean and Golden Gare bridge. Parking is behind the monument with handicapped parking and ramp.
4.90 (41 reviews)
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Golden Gate Bridge
Bridge
Famed 4,200 ft art deco suspension bridge open to car, bike & foot traffic.
4.80 (73.4K reviews)
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Main Parade Lawn
Park
Green space in the Presidio offering a walking tour, visitor center & other attractions.
4.80 (856 reviews)
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Victorian Home Walk
Tour operator
👍👍 I have lived here 22 years and never thought a walking tour of Victorian architecture would be interesting. Our guide was friendly and I learned more about this part of our city's history and the neighborhoods we walked through. I think it would be a great thing to do for friends and family who are...
4.80 (59 reviews)
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Conservatory of Flowers
Botanical garden
Golden Gate Park's Victorian-era glass greenhouse has more than 2,000 species of plants & flowers.
4.70 (3.2K reviews)
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Fort Point National Historic Site
Historical place
Fort from the Civil War era located under the Golden Gate Bridge offering cannon drills & tours.
4.70 (3.1K reviews)
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Sutro Baths
Historical landmark
Now in ruins, this circa 1896, expansive public bathhouse once held seven saltwater swimming pools.
4.70 (2.4K reviews)
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SS Jeremiah O'Brien
Maritime museum
Functioning World War II–era naval ship serving as a living museum for the Liberty class of ships.
4.70 (1.3K reviews)
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Presidio Officers' Club
Heritage museum
Free history museum, cultural center & Mexican restaurant in an 18th-century officers' mess.
4.70 (334 reviews)
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Battery Godfrey
Historical landmark
Ruins of this 1895 battery, once housing 3 large guns, remain a landmark on the Coastal Trail.
4.70 (182 reviews)
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Mt. Davidson Cross
Historical landmark
👍 The Mt. Davidson Cross is a cool sight to see in the city. I am not religious and still found it impressive. It is hidden among the trees on top of Mt. Davidson and is a short hike to reach, but it is impressive in size. A nice hidden gem with surrounding hiking trails and city views.
4.70 (116 reviews)
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William Westerfeld House
Historical landmark
👍👍 I went to Alamo square to see the painted ladies, while walking around the area and even before seeing the ladies this house caught my eyes! Absolutely stunning! I had to Google it and its history is intriguing!
4.70 (67 reviews)
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Battery Boutelle
Historical landmark
👍👍 It is free parking just make sure you lock your doors if you love history you're gonna love coming here great views of the golden state bridge It's breathtakingThere are a bunch of little bunkers. You could have lunch here Is with your love ones or your friends. Some of the bunker doors are open so...
4.70 (50 reviews)
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Battery Davis
Historical landmark
👍👍 This place was awesome the trails the beach lots of dogs that are all friendly to I think the best time to go is when the sun is going down so many lights to see on the other side the sunset going down makes the water looks so beautiful beaches are real clean
4.70 (34 reviews)
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Ferry Building
Historical landmark
Vendors sell produce, cheese, coffee, candy & prepared food in this soaring, restored 1898 space.
4.60 (31.9K reviews)
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USS Pampanito Museum and Memorial
Museum
This restored Navy vessel from World War II now serves as a museum, memorial & historical landmark.
4.60 (2.1K reviews)
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Pier 45
Historical landmark
Historic working fishing pier known for its 2 World War II-era vessels & antique arcade museum.
4.60 (1.1K reviews)
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Mission San Francisco de Asis
Mission
Opulent, late 1700s church in an old Spanish style, with lush gardens & a unique, historic cemetery.
4.60 (1K reviews)
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Battery East Parking
Parking lot
Scenic panoramic Battery East Vista allows visitors unobstructed views of the Golden Gate Bridge.
4.60 (1K reviews)
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Hyde Street Pier
Tourist attraction
This historic ferry pier features scenic views & a variety of old-fashioned ships with tours.
4.60 (627 reviews)
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