Coit Tower stands on Telegraph Hill in San Francisco, California, at 1 Telegraph Hill Blvd, 94133. It is an Art Deco tower, and it is also known as the Telegraph Hill Tower. Its position on the hill is the main reason people come: from the top of the hill, the tower looks out over the city and the bay.
What a visit offers
- Panoramic views of San Francisco and the bay, which are the tower's chief draw.
- Art Deco architecture, a clean, streamlined style that sets the tower apart from the older buildings of the city.
- A short walk up the hill, which gives you a sense of the neighborhood's slopes and streets on the way to the top.
Planning your trip
Coit Tower suits a visitor who wants a clear, wide look at the city rather than a long stay indoors. Allow time for the climb and for the views, and bring a camera, since the vantage point is well suited to photographs of the bay. To check current arrangements before you set out, you can call the tower at +1-415-249-0995.
The tower is part of a neighborhood that rewards wandering. Telegraph Hill sits close to the city's northeastern waterfront, so a visit can be paired with a stroll toward the bay or with other sights in the area.