Marvel at San Francisco's indisputable beauty (even when that beauty is shrouded in fog) from these scenic spots.
1. ALAMO PARK
(CHANEY KWAK)
From this hilltop, you can see the skycrapers soaring beyond Victorian homes.
2. GOLDEN GATE BRIDGE
(CHANEY KWAK)
The 75-year-old bridge not only boasts a panoramic view over the city, but is also an iconic sight in its own right.
3. DOLORES PARK
(VISIT SAN FRANCISCO)
The popular park is a place to see and be seen. Just know what you're doing if someone offers you a brownie.
4. THE VIEW LOUNGE
(THE SAN FRANCISCO MARRIOTT MARQUIS)
The 39th-floor lounge in the heart of downtown is simply (and appropriately) called The View.
5. TWIN PEAKS
(VISIT SAN FRANCISCO)
The 922-foot summits of Twin Peaks are literally the high points of the scenic 49 Mile Drive.
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