Twin Peaks Tours and Tickets

Reaching Twin Peaks in San Francisco on foot is no walk in the park—but the hike ends with expansive views of the city. From Market and Castro streets in the heart of the Castro District—a common starting point—it's about 1.5 miles (2.4 kilometers) uphill and takes 30–45 minutes.

Twin Peaks in San Francisco is a public park and does not organize tours. However, various guided tours in San Francisco include a visit to Twin Peaks as part of the itinerary—these include city sightseeing tours, self-guided go-cart tours, walking and urban hiking tours, and private tours with customizable itineraries.

Early mornings (unless there's fog) and right before sunset are the best times to visit Twin Peaks in San Francisco. Visiting after dark—the park is open until midnight throughout the year—when the views glow with city lights across the bay is second-best. Just make sure you bring a jacket.

Yes, there are bathrooms near Twin Peaks in San Francisco. Public restrooms are on the southern end of the Christmas Tree Lights viewpoint parking lot on Christmas Tree Point Road. There are also public restrooms on Johnstone Drive near the Sutro Reservoir and the Sutro Heights East Ridge Trailhead.

No, you do not need to book in advance to visit Twin Peaks in San Francisco. In fact, you don’t need Twin Peaks tickets at all—the hills lie in a public park that’s open every day of the year from 5am to 12am. Visitors can freely visit without entrance fees or reservations.