Timeline
13:00
Start your walk at Alta Plaza Park. It is a charming, immaculately manicured spot in the heart of Pacific Heights. The park is pristinely kept by locals and offers excellent, quiet vistas over the Bay. It is a perfect place to rest if you have been walking or just enjoy the green space before the main event.
13:45
Walk up the short hill to Lafayette Park. This little oasis is right next door to Alta Plaza and is also pristinely kept by residents. It offers excellent views over the Bay, giving you a different angle of the skyline and water. The walk between the two parks is short and easy.
14:15
Head down to Coffee to the People for a drink or light bite. This community gathering spot serves giant sandwiches, hearty soups, and organic fair-trade coffee and tea. Their croissant breakfast sandwiches are popular with locals, but it is a great spot anytime for a relaxed pause.
14:45
End your afternoon at Magnolia. This pub serves solid food and microbrews, including some excellent cask-conditioned beers. It is a short walk from the coffee shop and a classic way to wind down the afternoon with a pint in hand.
Local tip
Alta Plaza and Lafayette Park are best visited in the afternoon when the light is soft and the crowds have thinned compared to the morning rush.
Check before you go
- Coffee to the People is open Mo-Fr 06:00-20:00 and Sa,Su 07:00-21:00.
- Magnolia is open Mo-Th and Su 12:00-24:00, Fr 12:00-01:00, and Sa 11:00-01:00.
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