Attraction · San Francisco

Is Coit Tower worth it?

Coit Tower is worth it for most travellers.

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Worth itIs it worth it?

Coit Tower is worth it for most travellers.

By how you’re travelling
By what you’re into
The vibe check

The 1930s murals at the base are an underrated treat, and the elevator view is the reward for the Filbert Steps climb. Small lift, so a line forms fast.

The basics
Price
$15 (elevator)
Time
1 hr
Good for
Solo, Couple, Friends, Multigen
Last verified
2026-06-06
How we verified

Facts checked against primary sources; the verdict is scored on taste axes, not paid placement.

  • The ground-floor frescoes were painted in 1934 by 22+ artists under the New Deal Public Works of Art Project; viewing them is free while the elevator to the top is paid · en.wikipedia.org
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