Million dollar staircase, million dollar houses, priceless views and beauty all for free.Heart pumpingly steep and numerous stairs to bust your butt and get in great shape.I run it so many times I decided to count them.292.From very bottom at the redwood trees to the very top.

One of the best places to take a walk that will also get your heart rate up a bit. The steps are super steep. If you are fit enough, you should definitely climb up rather than down, the view feels earned. You can also approach at the top from Broadway and enjoy a great view, if youre not up for a steep climb.

Id recommend starting from the bottom or parking at the bottom. I parked at the top of the stairs and walked to the Palace of Fine Arts and then Had to track back only to finish going straight up the stairs. Exhausting but definitely worth the views and scenery either way you go.

First of all, I have to say it’s the good workout and you better have the energy or get ready to climb before going there, otherwise you have to go to the top of the stairs and then walk down from the top. Anyway, there are the great view to see palace of fine art and the pier and north peninsula. If the weather is not too bad, you can clearly see the whole part of this area.

Gorgeous views you will see from this place!Lyon Street Steps is a free attraction and basically is just steep stairs with lots of green around, with some small squares in between.But it is more than that, the views are just spectacular from here.When I was there, there were lots of stairs runners so watch out for them and don’t interrupt their exercise!You will probably be out of breath, but you can rest and admire the views at the small squares in between the stairs.

Great steps. All the way down was easy but going up made my legs wobble. Steps showed me I need to work out again. Covid 19s fault. Im sticking to that.

Long uphill climb from the bottom. If you are into exercise the views will be your reward.

So beautiful! Great views of the bay and the palace of fine arts. Usually crowded when weather is nice. Good spot for views and there’s a couple of benches to sit.

Very quiet and clean. Perfect for a relaxing walk with an wonderful view on the bay

Wow not only is this place a great workout but an even greater view when theres no fog in the bay

Awesome steps for pics, locals use it to work out so theres constantly people running up and down them

Theyre neat, but just another set of steps in this big city. And the view is kind of obstructed by a tall tree at the bottom

Very iconic San Francisco scene! As you climb up the stairs, you get a very good view of the city and the bay. Very cute and well managed gardens and pretty flowers decorating the steps, making it a perfect spot for hanging out, working out, meeting up and taking photos!

Whats your known area of San Francisco, very beautiful especially during sunset.

Super nice, if you are athletic, this is the place to workout with a breathtaking view!

Beautiful views even on a cloudy day. Also a great spot if you’re looking for a quick workout. There are always a handful of locals running up and down the stairs at any given time.

One of the more fun uphill sets in SF. Definitely a popular workout spot for runners and tourists. The views and design are great and it sets you in one of the most expensive zip codes in the country. Id chalk it up on your list of things to do in SF before you leave—whether youre a tourist or a local.

Its definitely cute. Very nice for locals exercise routine.

Beautiful view of the city, I love taking visitors here. The stairs are a fun little jaunt and it’s never been crowded when I’ve gone. Great spot for photos!

Nice experience with great views of the Palace of Fine Arts, bay, and architecture. If you are also into collecting all the SF Hearts, there is one here! We walked all the way down to the Palace of Fine Arts.

Fun and easyJust be careful with parking lot and stuff in your car

Beautiful views of the bay right on the edge of the Presidio.

My son and I had a great spur of the moment adventure here at the secret lyon street steps. We did all 288 steps twice down and up needless to say my legs are still sore.

These steps are beautiful and well kept. I usually go there around 7pm while Im out for a run. The reason theyre not 5 stars is because theyre so popular with tourists and fitness enthusiasts, its usually quite a busy thoroughfare.

Love the viewAnd it adds to my morning workout

Beautiful ocean view. The near by houses very unique. Nice walking trail

Puts stadium steps to shame. The amazing weather was a huge plus.

Beautiful view and houses around here, is very good for someone want calories burned, but not for whom are unhealthy knee.

Just enjoy a different view (rather than all typical tourist spots) of San Francisco.Very nice place to do some sports as well running up and down the stairs constitutes a great workout !

Well, beautiful. But during the pandemic? Avoid the exercise fanatics/jihadis who would (did) push a mother and baby out of the way to complete their 4th stair climb in good time.

Interesting fact: you must climb up to 332 steps!This place as amazing as everything in San Francisco if you like sightseeing, taking pictures, ensemble architecture, and just enjoying exploring San Francisco, then you chose the right place! Just dont climb in foggy days you wont be able to see anything.

This was so exhausting after walking from Pier 39 but view is wonderful. I recommend taking your time climbing up if you are not very athletic and bringing water. Take lots of pictures and appreciate the view on the top! You can continue exploring the Presidio and do more hiking or walking from here. My husband and I decided to walk down the steps to the Palace of Fine Arts, which was around a 15-20 minute walk. My husband by the way didnt think the views at the top were impressive or that it was worth it. Think about making the trek before you do!

Amazing view of SF city and the ocean! Houses are beautiful, very european

This is a gorgeous spot you will get a good workout too if you run up and down the stairs but if you want to just take some beautiful pictures with your friends make sure to bring a good camera on a good clear day and you will have some beautiful shots

So many stairs..If you want to go at the Lyon Street Steps you should probably go from the top and not try to climb them because they are way too many and the journey to the top is long and tiring.But the view is totally worth it!

Great view and a great workout

Very nice view

One of the many hidden gems in San Francisco. Lyon Street Steps are great for runners who want to do some power work while enjoying view of San Francisco Bay, the Palace of Fine Arts and the lovely architecture in this neighborhood. If you’re a cyclist, riding up these hills is also great interval work, then you can head into the Presidio and along Crissy Field to the Golden Gate Bridge or ride along the coast by going south. The spot and views are dreamlike in their mix of nature, architecture and views, so take the time to explore a little.

Beutiful views of the bay and nice walk around that area.

Because this place is off the beaten path, you may experience it with few to no one else. It offers marvelous views. It features a HEARTS IN SAN FRANCISCO art piece from artist Hung Liu. A perfect place to enjoy the sights and gardens.

Only good for one time visit..and maybe a few pics. Though the view is nice, its a residential area, and there are no spots to sit and enjoy the view.Instead roam around The Presidio nearby, and nature lovers would really enjoy the atmosphere there.

Wonderful spot to observe the City and the Bay. It makes a great walk from downtown, and then you can ride bus No3 back. The park nearby is also great for a workout, walk or meditation. The whole area is quiet and residential, and one can spot Golden Gate Bridge from here and there in nice weather.

Great set of steps for both a view and exercise! 291 steps each direction not counting the platform areas which require walking too! Locals can be seen going up and down as an outdoor stairmaster exercise, or the tourists walking and talking in the sights! Runs parallel to the border of Park Presidio, entrance to the park is at the top

Great done of exercise and wonderful views.

Lyon st steps is a great place to take pics and to exercise walking up and down the steps

Its a very nice place, nice view of bay , Alcatraz and also the best houses in SF can be find here.

This place is definitely worthy-visiting in SF!Although I feel it pretty under-rated, its a nice place to click great shots with the bay area back-drop.Walking up extra-steep hilly roads by the posh Pacific Heights neighborhood, could be a little daunting for many to get here (Uber recommended for people with knee issues).

Beautiful walk from the Presidio down to the golden bridge through the Lyon Street Steps - the view of the bay, the beautiful houses and greenery. Highly recommended

Beautiful spot! People use it for many different reasons. During the weekends it does get busy.

A must see in SF and great exercise!

Very pretty spot next to the Presidio woods, very well taken care of.

Lots of people without masks running up and down the steps. Otherwise beautiful view and neighborhood!

A place you need to see when visiting San Francisco for the first time. If you live in the city and are looking for a great workout outside, this is the place. Its very crowded on a sunny day. If youre a Walker, which I suggest if youve never walked like ten flights of stairs. You would need to stay to youre right, because runners are also going up and down. My favorite time is at night. Its romantic with your chosen one and quiet.

Such an iconic place to exercise with a view.

We had a great work out going up and down those steps

Great views of the city. Fantastic mansions and...good exercise.

Great photo opportunities. Watch out for the people jogging.

Such a beautiful view from here. If you want to challenge yourself this is a great place to go. Even though its close to the water its not too windey here so jot as cold as the other places in SF. Direct view of palace of fine arts & the water is so serene. Pleanty of parking was available on a weekend too.

Nice set of steps with great views, popular with people exercising. There is a stone bench about halfway down thats nice if you fancy a breather or want to read a book.

One of the best free places to visit for a spectacular view. Easy to access at multiple levels. We parked at the bottom and walked to the top. The cherry on this sundae is the ️ art at the bottom of the stairway. Love this place.

The only way you should enjoy this view is if you start from the bottom and walk all the way to the top. Dont be that torrist that just drives to the top..

Good cardio up n down stairs, well kempt

Looove this place!! Really peaceful and a nice walk if you go around the neighborhood too!

A steep climb but amazing views await you at the top!

Best view in town!

Lovely place with some steep steps. Many runners (and dogs) here

The Lyon Street Steps are a cool sight to see if in the area, and from the top they offer an amazing view of the Bay.

Personally I like this view better than Lombard St!

Really beautiful place. not as many people as other sf attractions.

Just about any place in San Francisco is good to visit.

Nice view and place to walk ir make exercise.

Excellent scenic spot for the panoramic view of San Francisco city and also a popular place for cardio workout. Theres a small park along the steps, great place for a stroll even if youre not working out. This is also near to the Lovers Lane at Presidio and the Andy Goldsworthys Wood Line, worth dropping by.

Beautiful place, lots of flowers and fitness freaks

The view is gorgeous and the steps arent too difficult; the only problem I had was..... Theres no LION!!! I was told the name came from 2 giant golden lions sitting underneath the stairs, but after walking all that steps down, I didnt find any lion. Except the cute lion head decorated charming house thats in the movie Princesss Diary! Wow! guess that makes it alright ~

Nice walk up from Lombard st to Lyon street steps and then up to the right entrance we started the Lovers Lane walk. Great urban hike if you walk thru Lombard St.

Great views and excercise if you want!

Beautiful! But only come here if you are planning to go to the theatre ahead or around the area because this takes minutes to walk through it.

A quiet and quaint area of San Francisco to explore. I took these steps as part of a longer walk from the Golden Gate Bridge to Mt Davidson, and enjoyed great views of the Palace of Fine Arts and the Bay below.

Beautiful view point

Great view of the bay and palace of fine arts. Small garden halfway along and hedges line the undecorated stairs

Want great SF views and get a workout? Get out to Lyon St steps! Start at the top on Broadway and work your way down, take some beautiful pictures, and walk straight down to the palace of fine arts. As you walk down youll see The Presidio to your left. Go in and explore.... Its so beautiful and relaxing! When youre ready start making your way back up. The walk up will be your warm up, once you get to the steps, get ready to get your cardio sesh started.Enjoy!!!

Treat it as a quirky spot in the city or a up-and-down run workout location, Lyon Street Steps are a beautiful spot to come soak in the City and have a little fun while youre at it.

Great views of the bay and Palace of Fine Arts on a sunny day, adjacent to the Presidio and a short walk to Union Street shops and restaurants.Easily in my top 10 places worth visiting on a weekend for tourists or friends from out of town.

Always enjoyable to stop at the Lyon St. steps. Great view and posh neighborhood. A great, quick tourist stop too.

I love this place. Tourism please keep it clean

Always love taking my friends and others visiting San Francisco to this spot overlooking the bay where the Pacific Ocean comes in. Theres nothing quite like it on a beautiful, sunny day. Its easy to find street parking and if you want to walk a little in the Presidio theres an entrance right next to the top of the steps.

Great view, residential parking available, located in a very cute neighborhood with lots of houses!

Stunning view of the Bay. Also a great place for a street workout. Its buzzing from early in the morning, good for motivation!

How could I give stairs anything less than five stars let alone a one star. They’re stairs and they did a spectacular job at being stairs.

Want a workout? Look no further. Lol

Wonderful spot to view the city and have a good exercise

Amazing view & great walk.

Beautiful views of the city and one of the 130 hearts of SF is located here

Unique street steps with awesome view to the bay

Great place for walking/ jogging/ going up down stairs or just chill. Nice lookout for taking photos

Superlative little park/public staircase. The grass and flowers surrounding the steps are well managed and it makes for a beautiful experience. The views are also beautiful and near the bottom of the steps you will find one of the many Heart statues that are in San Fransisco! Come here if you want to get some good photos!

Beautiful view and not crowded on the day that we went!

Good view from the top, excellent for some light exercise

Great spot for a cardio workout, just remember to share the space. Also tourist attraction and photo attraction.

Awesome place for photos, careful how to get there because the roads get steep.