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Presidio History and Greenery

Start your morning with a guided look at digital history, then wander through the Presidio’s quietest green spaces before grabbing a late breakfast.

Best time: 15 JanAbout 150 min

Timeline

  1. 13:00

    Internet Archive

    Go on a guided tour of the Internet Archive's headquarters housed in an old Christian Science church with lots of tech-related exhibits that showcase their work preserving history and culture.

  2. 13:45

    Mountain Lake Park

    Walk north to Mountain Lake Park. A small hiking trail winds around this scenic lake, noted for its historic importance in that it supplied water to the nearby colonial Spanish settlement of the Presidio. There is also a playground and open space for a quiet rest.

  3. 14:30

    Schubert's Bakery

    Head to Schubert's Bakery for cakes, pastries, cookies, and more. Opened in 1911 by a German immigrant, it is a classic spot for a sweet treat or light snack.

  4. 15:00

    Green Apple Books

    End your walk at Green Apple Books, a renowned independent book and record store dating back to before the Beat Era. Browse both used and new books in this local landmark.

Local tip

The Internet Archive tour is only available on Fridays from 13:00 to 14:00. Schubert's Bakery is closed on Sundays, so plan your bakery visit for Monday through Saturday.

Check before you go

  • Internet Archive: Fr 13:00-14:00
  • Schubert's Bakery: Mo-Sa 07:00-18:00; Su 09:00-17:00

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to San Francisco (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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