Top 5 Spots to Watch the Sunset in San Francisco

San Francisco is a city surrounded by water, and that makes it a perfect spot for 360 degree sunsets. These are the five best spots to watch them.

1. Lands End Trail

This is a location that is located merely a few miles from downtown San Francisco. It is located at El Camino Del Mar in San Francisco. One end of Geary street features bars and restaurants located in downtown San Francisco. On the other end of the spectrum, the other end of Geary street meets the edge of the Lands End Trail. The trail is located within close proximity to Ocean Beach. The trail starts at 48th and Geary street. Going up north on the trail, there are several different viewpoints of the Golden Gate Bridge that can be enjoyed. It is often said that during the time of the sunset is the best time to go and enjoy this place. Another review on Foursquare has stated that this site features "scenic seaside vistas."

2. The Cliff House

The Cliff House is a fast food restaurant located on 1090 Point Lobos. Visitors of San Francisco usually identify the place with ionic icons such as the Golden Gate Bridge or Alcatraz. This place is not as known, although it features an amazing site to enjoy the sunset. The restaurant features a balcony bar, where you can enjoy a drink as the sun sets, or you can enjoy the sun setting while taking a few steps to Ocean Beach. A review on Foursquare described this location as having a "very nice ocean view."

3. Golden Gates Height Park

San Francisco is known as the site for outdoor activities. Unlike having to go up in a tall skyscraper to enjoy the scenic sunset, San Francisco gives an individual the option to go to any nearby park, which often stand at an elevation a bit higher than the buildings in downtown San Francisco. Golden Gates Height Park is one of the parks that are famous in San Francisco. One of the perks of this park is that it gives people the access to a 360 degree scenic view of the city of San Francisco, as well as the sunset over the entire Pacific Ocean. TO get the best view, it is recommended to hike up to the peak of the park.

4. Alcatraz

This is one of the ionic icons that are usually associated with the words "San Francisco". The only downside of this site is that an individual must pay a certain fee to get in. There are many options to view the sunset here. However, the best place known to watch the sun setting is outside the prison near the lighthouse. This part of the location will help one obtain the most unobstructed view of the sunset. If one can catch the night cruise during the perfect time of the year, then one can catch a glimpse of the sunset over the Golden Gate Bridge.

5. Baker Beach

This site is located on 1504 Pershing Dr. It is accurate that the San Francisco bay area features several beaches. However, the views from this beach cannot stand a chance against the other beaches primarily because of the fact that one can catch the sunset from different parts of the beach, and each view provides its unique viewpoint of the sunset. For example, one can simply sit on the beach for a straight-ahead view, or perch upon a military battery that sits on the beach. Another view is that on top of the boulders that lie between the Golden Gate Bridge and Marin Headlands.

Adam Griffith

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