Twin Peaks

Twin Peaks (Christmas Tree Point)

A hilltop where Market Street runs dead straight to the bay

Hours

5am–midnight (SF Recreation and Parks)

Tickets

Free (free parking)

Address

Christmas Tree Point lookout and car park below the north peak

Two hills, about 280 metres high, rising from the middle of the city. From the rail at Christmas Tree Point, Market Street runs ruler-straight to the Ferry Building, with the downtown towers and the Bay Bridge to the right and, on a clear day, the Golden Gate's towers far to the left. After sunset you watch the street grid light up block by block, which is why it's a staple of evening tours. The wind up here is much stronger and colder than in town.