52 x Art & Culture in San Francisco
Explore the vibrant art and culture scene of San Francisco. From museums and hidden galleries to beautiful architecture and street art, our Spotters have discovered the perfect places for every art and culture enthusiast. Admire The Palace of Fine Arts for its stunning architecture or don’t miss the Balloon Alley. Discover these and many more cultural gems in the city!
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Albion Castle
A real urban castle
"Albion Castle" is a real castle in San Francisco that belongs to the family that owns what used to be the city's only springs. For private parties only!
by
Kathleen
Messmer
The Shipyard
Urban exploration at its riskiest
"The Shipyard", or Hunters Point Naval Shipyard in San Francisco, is definitely a boon for UrbExers. Just know it's a Superfund, thus super-toxic, site...
by
Kathleen
Messmer
Flights of Fancy
Artful stairs
"Flights of Fancy" or the Arelious Walker Stairway in San Francisco is inspired by patterns drawn from various world cultures & is handsomely decorated!
by
Kathleen
Messmer
The Bunkers at Baker Beach
Who knew?
"The Bunkers at Baker Beach" hold guns from WWII, and they were used. Come here, touch history and imagine the actual people who used to come inside here.
by
Kathleen
Messmer
The Golden Fire Hydrant
Small but mighty
"The Golden Fire Hydrant" is literally what saved the Mission District from total destruction in the aftermath of the 1906 earthquake...
by
Kathleen
Messmer
Grateful Dead House
The Dead live on
This house at 710 Ashbury in San Francisco is where the Grateful Dead penned many of their hits. Today it's a nondescript, normal residence...
by
Marcus
D'Avignon
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