Coit Tower, also known as the Lillian Coit Memorial Tower, is a 210-foot (64 m) tower in the Telegraph Hill neighborhood. The column was built in 1933, the legacy of Lillian Hitchcock Coit, an eccentric “mascot” fire-fighter who adored San Francisco and at her death in 1929, left one-third of her estate to the city to “…for the purpose of adding to the beauty of the city which I have always loved.”

When you enter Coit Tower, you’ll find yourself in a small circular building where there’s also a gift shop. Here you can purchase tickets to take the elevator to the top of the tower.

Hours

• 10am – 6pm May-October
• 10am-5pm November-April

Admission Prices

• $8.00 Adults
• $5.00 Seniors 65+
• $5.00 Youth 12-17
• $2.00 Children 5-11
• Children under 4 are free.

Public transportation is recommended as parking at the tower is very limited.

• Walking, is the best way to the tower.
• Car, There are a few spaces on the street leading up to the tower, but during the summer months there can be long waits for a parking spot.
• Bus, The #30 or #45 line to Washington Square, located at the corners of Union & Columbus and transfer to the #39 Coit Tower bus.
• Uber or Lyft. Get $5 (£3) credit for your first Uber ride here.