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Jul 16, 2024 · Sutro Baths. World famous location for about any type of photoshoot, and it is especially popular for couples, engagement, and family photo sessions. Nestled along the rugged coastline of Golden Gate National Recreation Area, this historic site offers a perfect blend of natural beauty and unique architectural forms.
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Hopefully this list gives you some inspiration for finding some awesome photography locations in San Francisco so you can get some wonderful shots. If you’re interested in getting photos with you in them at some of these iconic locations, check out our guide to taking photos of yourself.
There are plenty of options for accommodation in San Francisco. We’ve stayed at and are happy to recommend the Hotel Rex, which is well located in the city center and within walking distance of many of the locations in this photography guide. You can see more options for hotels in San Franciscohere, there’s a wide choice across a range of budgets!
I don’t feel that one post can cover the whole city, nor do I feel myself to be anywhere near an expert in all the photographic locations in San Francisco. I’ve not even mentioned the Bay Bridge, the Painted Ladies, Haight-Ashbury, the various museums… the list goes on! Thankfully, this isn’t the only website in the world, and there are a good numb...
- UC Berkeley Botanical Garden, Berkeley (above) This is one of my favorite botanical gardens in the area! My favorite spots are the greenhouses, the cactus garden, and the redwood grove.
- James Turrell Skyspace, de Young Museum, San Francisco. Everyone loves the de Young for its sharp angles, the cool steam garden nearby, and, of course, the art!
- Del Valle Regional Park, Livermore. This is a beautiful, versatile park with rolling hills, oak trees, and, of course, a reservoir. From the Arroyo Road Staging Area, take the East Shore Trail to the top of the hill, where you'll overlook the reservoir and perhaps interact with some cows grazing nearby.
- Dublin Hills Regional Park, Dublin (See the lupines here, plus more shots here) I probably never would have found this place if I didn't live in Dublin at one point, but it's a great spot if you're looking for rolling green (or gold, in the summer) hills with great views.
Sep 21, 2024 · Lands End Labyrinth. I’m sure you’ve seen this SF photo spot all over instagram — it’s one of the best photography spots in San Francisco. Follow the winding pathway of the Lands End Trail and go down the stairs towards Mile Rock Beach, and you’ll find the Land Ends Labyrinth hiding away on a cosy cliff corner.
Jan 16, 2024 · 6. Marshall’s Beach. The Golden Gate is iconic San Francisco and it’s visible from so many places and there is no shortage of photographic opportunities. Marshall’s Beach, is one of the most ideal spots for shooting both the bridge and the surf.
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Nov 28, 2018 · Here’s a neat set of then-and-now photos showing old shots of The City by the Bay next to modern pictures shot in the same locations. The series was created by the travel company Orbitz, which ...
