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The Presidio served as a military post under the flags of Spain (1776-1822), Mexico (1822-48), and the United States (1848-1994). As a U.S. Army post, the Presidio protected commerce and trade, and played a logistical role in every major U.S. military conflict from 1848 until closure. World events and those on the home front - from military campaigns to the rise of aviation, from World Fairs to natural disasters - left their mark here.
Today, visitors enjoy the history and beauty of the Presidio. Within its boundaries are more than 500 historic buildings, a collection of coastal defense fortifications, a national cemetery, an historic airfield, a saltwater marsh, forests, beaches, native plant habitats, coastal bluffs, miles of hiking and biking, and some of the most spectacular vistas in the world.
The park is open year-round. Information on points of interest and Presidio history is available at the Visitor Center located in Building 102, Montgomery Street. Open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Phone: (415) 561-4323Directions: (MUNI) buses serve the Presidio via the 28, 29, 43 and 82X lines. Bus service from the North Bay to the Golden Gate Bridge toll plaza is available through Golden Gate Transit. Fort Mason San Francisco, CA 94123Website: www.nps.gov/prsf/
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 The Presidio by VeronicaG
This was one of the original Spanish settlements in San Francisco (1776). It commands a glorious and strategic view of the Bay.
Once the Americans assumed the ownership of this area after 1847, it was used for the Indian wars; later, as headquarters for the Sixth Army Command in WW2.
The Presidio became part of the National Park Service in 1994. Seventy miles of paths and 1600 buildings in the Victorian, Spanish-revival and Electic style welcome you to the Presidio. There are plans to renovate these buildings and roll out the red carpet for tenants!
The Letterman Digital Arts Center, is home to George Lucas's movie production company and its employees. It will occupy a 23 acre site and include a restaurant and coffee bar open to the public.
Anyone can drive through this former base to enjoy the historic buildings, old cemetery, hiking trails, its six mile historic walk or its two ecology trails comprising over 1,400 acres.
The visitor's center, located on the parade grounds, is open daily from 9am-5pm, but closed on major holidays. Phone: 415-561-4323Directions: South of the Golden Gate BridgeWebsite: www.nps.gov/prsf
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Do this either in the morning before a big meeting or after work (during the summer when it's still light) to unwind. It's a great place to explore and has many hills that make for a great workout! Leave a Comment Directions: There are several ways to get into the Presidio. It depends on where you come from. Ask someone at your hotel or a friend that lives in town.Other Contact: Don't run after dark!
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For less than $60 a very challenging course with all the amenities of a country club. Beautiful layout with view of the Golden Gate and Ocean.
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 from the bridge... by rafgys
The area is a big open space where you can have a seat and chill out! When you are facing the water, you'll have the bridge on your left... the bay and Alcatraz in front of you... and the piers and downtown on your right. It's pretty quiet and just lovely!
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