Filbert Steps on Postcard

"Climb the Filbert Steps for Views and Parrots In a city as steep and hilly as San Francisco , it’s no surprise there are some noteworthy stairways. On the east side of Telegraph Hill, the Filbert Steps reign as some of the most popular in the city. They wend their way up to the iconic Coit Tower, a memorial to San Francisco’s firefighters built in 1933. As you pass beautiful gardens and picturesque houses, listen closely for the hill’s infamous parrot population. You can also take a break to wander down Napier Lane, a wooden walkway that’s bordered by charming homes from the late 19th century. Don’t turn back there, though: once you summit the nearly 400 steps, you’ll be rewarded with excellent panoramas of the city."

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FFKDTP1

Google

Great stair workout up to Coit Tower and back. Some beautiful gardens and landscaping along the staircases, as people live right next to them. Be respectful and stay off their property and just climb and descend the stairs.

Lynne MacFarlane (SiliconValley Realtor)

Google

Great workout and what lovely gardens that greet you along the way to Coit Tower. San Francisco is a lovely historic town with so many wonderful places to explore. I’m a native from SF and It’s only been my second time visiting Coit Tower. I would recommend try taking one of the fabulous Waymos, and have it take you to the top of Coit, but then walk down.

Robin

Google

Unexpectedly one of our favourite spots in the city. We didn't even know of these, but stumbled across them after visiting Coit Tower. Beautiful views, lush flora, and super cute homes along the steps. Definitely a must-see free attraction if you're in SF.

Sandeep Bhat

Google

Nice little trail with great view. Ensure to walk down to make it less stressful. You can combine this with Lombard Street as well.

Mitchell Hanson

Google

Was told by a local to visit this location. He mentioned that it would be very dense in flora, tropical multicolored red crowned parrots (I believe that’s the name), and humming birds and he did not lie! Absolutely beautiful animals in a randomly bricked stairway luscious in leafy plants and flowers. Highly suggest going if visiting since it’s near other tourist sites!

Forrest Spellman

Google

A pretty beautiful walk late at night; though, by this time the trail is pitch black with the occasional light here or here. Within this darkness too you are likely to encounter coyotes and raccoons, but they are mostly harmless. You do get some beautiful views of the city along the way however. There are a lot of homes along the path so be friendly and respectful

diegoaaldana

Google

Genuinely one of favorite places to walk through in The City. I love the views, the lush flora that surrounds you on all sides, and the coziness of the boardwalk "streets." Man I so envy the people whose homes are right on the steps.

Bruce Liu

Google

Finally scratched this one off my bucket list having lived in Bay Area for over 35 years! In fact, I didn’t know the stairs until recently. Got my exercise and well worth the effort. Came in May and the flowers were beautiful. I could pretend to see the flowers and take a breath.

FFKDTP1

Google

Great stair workout up to Coit Tower and back. Some beautiful gardens and landscaping along the staircases, as people live right next to them. Be respectful and stay off their property and just climb and descend the stairs.

Lynne MacFarlane (SiliconValley Realtor)

Google

Great workout and what lovely gardens that greet you along the way to Coit Tower. San Francisco is a lovely historic town with so many wonderful places to explore. I’m a native from SF and It’s only been my second time visiting Coit Tower. I would recommend try taking one of the fabulous Waymos, and have it take you to the top of Coit, but then walk down.

Robin

Google

Unexpectedly one of our favourite spots in the city. We didn't even know of these, but stumbled across them after visiting Coit Tower. Beautiful views, lush flora, and super cute homes along the steps. Definitely a must-see free attraction if you're in SF.

Sandeep Bhat

Google

Nice little trail with great view. Ensure to walk down to make it less stressful. You can combine this with Lombard Street as well.

Mitchell Hanson

Google

Was told by a local to visit this location. He mentioned that it would be very dense in flora, tropical multicolored red crowned parrots (I believe that’s the name), and humming birds and he did not lie! Absolutely beautiful animals in a randomly bricked stairway luscious in leafy plants and flowers. Highly suggest going if visiting since it’s near other tourist sites!

Forrest Spellman

Google

A pretty beautiful walk late at night; though, by this time the trail is pitch black with the occasional light here or here. Within this darkness too you are likely to encounter coyotes and raccoons, but they are mostly harmless. You do get some beautiful views of the city along the way however. There are a lot of homes along the path so be friendly and respectful

diegoaaldana

Google

Genuinely one of favorite places to walk through in The City. I love the views, the lush flora that surrounds you on all sides, and the coziness of the boardwalk "streets." Man I so envy the people whose homes are right on the steps.

Bruce Liu

Google

Finally scratched this one off my bucket list having lived in Bay Area for over 35 years! In fact, I didn’t know the stairs until recently. Got my exercise and well worth the effort. Came in May and the flowers were beautiful. I could pretend to see the flowers and take a breath.

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