A narrated 2.5-hour segway tour through the park. Advance reservations suggested. Ages 12 and up.
Worth visiting because of the stupendous views it offers over downtown San Francisco, Golden Gate Park, the Pacific Ocean, Marin headlands, and across to the Sutro Tower.
Stair risers comprise a colorful mosaic added during a 2005 renovation of the stairs. Climb to the top then go left or right to find a way into Grand View Park.
Home to many concerts and performances during the summer months which are free to the public, including the Stern Grove Festival.
A national memorial to AIDS victims.
A beautiful 1930s building, the Beach Chalet is open for lunch, drinks, or dinner overlooking Ocean Beach and its brave surfers. Inside the Park Chalet are some exhibits with artifacts related to the history of the Golden Gate Park and San Francisco.
An unusual attraction is the herd of buffalo which have been here for over a century after being presented as a gift from the government of Texas.