Physical Address:

Fort Point National Historic Site

Building 999, Marine Drive

San Francisco, CA 94129

Mailing Address:

Fort Point National Historic Site

201 Fort Mason

San Francisco, CA 94123

contact-details

  • Phone Number: 415-561-4959 Voice

  • Email Address: goga_fopo_socialmedia@nps.gov

  • Description:

Fees

Entrance Fees
Entrance Passes

From its vantage point overlooking the spectacular Golden Gate, Fort Point defended the San Francisco Bay following California's Gold Rush through World War II. Its beautifully arched casemates display the art of 3rd system brick masonry and interacts gracefully with the Golden Gate Bridge.

park designation:National Historic Site

Directions:

Fort Point is located at the south anchorage of the Golden Gate Bridge at the end of Marine Drive on the Presidio of San Francisco. By car take Highway 101 N or S, exit at the Golden Gate Bridge toll plaza at south end of bridge. From S turn right at end of exit ramp, or from N go straight on Merchant Drive. Turn left onto Lincoln Boulevard. Take a left onto Long Avenue and follow onto Marine Drive.

For detailed directions, please visit this link.

Directions


Operating Hours:

Fort Point National Historic Site

The days in which Fort Point is open varies throughout the year. Fall through Spring the fort is generally open Friday through Sunday. During the summer season the fort is open 5 days a week most years. The timing of the shift in days is not consistent from year to year but generally occurs in October and May. Hours are 10 am to 5 pm. Closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day. Visit our web site for current open days.

Exceptions:
  • Thanksgiving (November 27, 2025 - November 27, 2025)
  • Christmas Day (December 25, 2024 - December 25, 2024)
  • New Year's Day (January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025)

Weather Information:

Fort Point is typically cold and windy throughout the year. Fog is especially common in the summer months. Come prepared with layers and windbreakers for maximum comfort.


Activities
Arts and Culture
Arts and Culture

Theater
Theater

Fishing
Fishing

Living History
Living History

Historic Weapons Demonstration
Historic Weapons Demonstration

Park Film
Park Film

Museum Exhibits
Museum Exhibits