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Jan 16, 2024 · San Francisco provides an inspiring backdrop for photography. Soak up the interesting, edgy or groundbreaking work of others or create your own master works. Either way, you can get a lot of inspiration from visiting these sixteen best photography spots in San Francisco. So go out shooting and get gently clobbered. Plan Your Trip to SF
- Baker’s Beach. I’ll start off with my favourite location in San Francisco for shooting the bridge, Baker’s Beach. You’ll have to park above the beach and walk down to it, but the view as the sun set across the water is just stunning.
- Battery Spencer and Vista Point. On the opposite side of the bay there are two easily accessible locations to shoot the bridge from – Battery Spencer and Vista Point.
- Bonita Point Lighthouse and Marin Headlands. Once you’ve visited Battery Spencer and realised the whole world is covered in a thick, impenetrable fog, don’t panic.
- Land’s End. Side note – Land’s End is my favourite place in San Francisco for a spot of walking. You can walk from the car park here all along the headland, with excellent views of the Marin Headlands and the Golden Gate bridge.
- Coit Tower and Pioneer Park. Best time to photograph: Sunset. The observation deck of Coit Tower, perched atop Telegraph Hill, is the perfect spot to capture some scenic views over the city.
- Pier 7. Best time to photograph: At sunrise as the morning light strikes the financial district. With its wooden boardwalk, romantic lanterns and incredible symmetry Pier 7 should be high on your list of San Francisco photo locations.
- Museum of Ice Cream. Best time to photograph: We recommend the first tour of the day when crowds are lower. If you want to bring an element of fun and color pop to your San Francisco photography then check out fantastic Museum of Ice Cream.
- Pier 39 & Alcatraz. Most visitors to San Francisco make a stop at Pier 39 with its carnival-like attractions, souvenir shopping and aquarium. The best thing about Pier 39 is the huge population of sea lions who have made their home on the docks to the west of the pier.
- Hawk Hill – Two Icons In One Shoot. It took me a while to find where the Transamerica Pyramid aligns with the Golden Gate Bridge, but I finally did! It is kind of tricky to get here, but I’m going to make it as simple as possible.
- Treasure Island – San Francisco’s Skyline. Treasure Island has one of the best views of San Francisco’s beautiful skyline. Hong Kong’s Victoria Peak is up there too) Just across the Bay Bridge, Treasure Island is the easiest to get to.
- Sutro Baths – San Francisco’s Heart. Sutro Baths have to be one of my favorite spots in San Francisco. Being by the water, enjoying the breezy, finding San Francisco’s Heart is just a calming experience and makes for a great place for landscape photography.
- Kirby Cove – Best Sunrise Photography San Francisco. Kirby Cove is a gem. Off of a hiking trail in Hawk Hill, Kirby Cove is a secluded beach equipped with a man-made swing so you can enjoy the waves crashing by under the Golden Gate Bridge.
- 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.
Feb 14, 2024 · San Francisco, California, is a photographer's paradise, boasting a diverse array of picturesque locations that are perfect for capturing stunning images. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, this vibrant city offers a wealth of opportunities for photographers to unleash their creativity and capture breathtaking shots.
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