What an amazing way to spend an afternoon. I was part of a guided tour, and was simply blown away by the artistry and tiled work on these stairs (and lets not discount being blown away by the forceful winds. Remember to pack a jacket). The views from Turtle Hill nearby are nothing short of magical.Its a lot of stairs. Be prepared for a workout

Walked over an hour to reach this place.... Easy to find. I enjoyed all the ups and downs during the walk. When I reached the stairs, they are well kept. If you want to go higher for a nice photo view make a left at the very top and walk about another 8 min.

Very nice place to take beautiful pictures of the steps. Also worth climbing them up to enjoy good views of the city. A hidden small treasure in San Francisco. Better in the afternoon. One can park on the street nearby.

So cool, So beautiful. Amazing mosaic art. Mazing view from the bottom and all the way to the top. Clean. Will be back to share with family and friends when they can come and visit. A absolute must see while in San Francisco.

Amazing view!! Would recommend going as early as possible to beat the crowds.

Amazing place to visit! Everyone was wearing masks, the steps were very beautiful. We had no theft problems during our visit. Highly recommend visiting. Be sure to check out the Secret Garden steps if you are interested.

Pretty little garden in front of houses! Nice tiled steps with city vire!

Beautiful tile art - - great exercise and climb - - magnificent views. (Parking is tight... Probably better to park a few blocks away And walk - - or park a couple miles away at Irving-Judah neighborhood near 8th 9th 10th Street, get something great to eat, then Uber over to Moraga and 16th St.

Really amazing view of the western side of the city. Great pieces of craftsmanship on the tiled steps

Beautiful steps and nice neighborhood, except for the house with the go away sign in the window lol. I can see it getting annoying maybe living near a local attraction .

I walked over an hour to reach this place. It was so worth it. Going up the stairs like my favorite part because I was able to see the different paintings that were created. Once you reach the top if you want to go higher walk eight more miles. Make a left and go up and then youre going to run into another set of stairs go all the way to the top and you will reach the peak can you can get a beautiful view.

This is on the top 10 places to see in San Francisco.It’s written up in books, in the newspaper and there are postcards and posters of the beautiful tiled steps.

Nice view and easy stairs. Few steps you can enjoy fantastic view.

Really high quality art experience. Get a bit of good exercise, and on a clear day... a really nice set of views.

The steps are high quality and the tiles are very cool. Pretty nice view at the top as well. Please note this is a residential area so there is not a lot of parking.

I highly recommend this as a place to visit! The view from the bottom is just stunning, and the view over the city from the top is great too! Just dont leave any valuables in your car.

For as many years as I have gone to SF, I didn’t know this was an attraction. It’s roughly 161 steps based on my calculations so it isn’t too rough.It’s pretty creative considering the time and effort. Keep in mind you are in a residential neighborhood so noise levels low and parking is kind of tight.

A tiled mosaic depicting Sea to Stars flows up 163 steps in this Golden Gate Heights neighborhood. Started in 2003 and completed in 2005, this was a neighbor guided by two artists. It is truly a work of art. Surrounding the steps are beautifully cared for gardens. This used to be a hidden wonder in the city, but word is out and it gets a bit busy. Very hard to find a moment to get a photo of the whole set of stairs empty of people. Very worth coming here. Oh, and when you are at the top of the steps, go a little further to the Grand View Lookout...beautiful views.Remember this is a residential neighbourhood and be sure to be respectful.

Beautiful concept of stairs at public place. We enjoyed it very much. Cactus garden around staircase is also amazing. Not much rush. Careful in parking to avoid theft. Must visit place in San Francisco. Tiles concept is also well thought, the Sun - The Moon - water reservoir (sea), water flow (river), water animals & then land all are beautifully presented

Beautiful Tile steps are highlight here. Not much crowed place. I really like the design of the tile in each level of steps.

Be respectful of the space youre in while visiting. This is in a residential community, but open to the public.

This place is amazing, the view if you have a great lucky day is spectacular. Just check the weather because in San Francisco you never know...

Love the detail of the stairs. Super cute ️️

This is an incredibly artistic stairway. I live in the city. I’m very proud of all the work that the Sunset community had done to contribute it to our city. Thank you! The Mosaic Stairway somehow reminded me The Starry Night of Vincent Van Gogh in 1889. And it’s as I’ve said INCREDIBLE!!! ️

Beautiful! I love how the art runs across multiple steps, and its touching to see peoples names in the different fish images. Worth visiting.

Tiled Steps - most instagrammable location of the millennial era. This is huge image of the Moon, Sun, Sky, Land, Vegetation, Sea - ocean beings and Sea Vegetation depicted through bits and pieces of colored tiles as a huge image on sets of flights. Enjoy yourselves by coming from the top with the unraveling beautiful stairs of art.

Beautiful Mosaic steps, make u feel the urge to climb. You can then go beyond the steps and climb up the hill top for a beautiful view of the city and the ocean. The sunset is a lovely sight from the top ... a must do for beauty lovers.

Gorgeously done mosaic placed on these stairs with beautiful succulents planted alongside them. Spectacular view from the stairs of the coast and city.

So much fun for long shots, close ups, selfies, vistas.

Beautiful staircase with absolutely stunning mosaics. I arrived here early and was able to really enjoy the beautiful artwork. The view allows for a great view of the ocean and the Golden Gate Bridge. You can tell that the area and gardens are definitely well maintained. There are plenty of signs around the area about high instances of theft which is unnerving as a tourist but its a risk you need to decide you want to take.

Best views in the city! Very cool place to get away with very little people around. The flowers and succulents are also outstanding. Make sure you hide all your belongings when you park though. We didnt have any problems but there are signs posted everywhere with warnings.

Carl came in and took the sun away, but the view was still nice!

Very beautiful steps. Great view of ocean. Looks brilliant in evening of a clear day as sun sets directly facing it. Great place and time for photos

Amazing site to see, every tile laid down individually to make it into a beautiful piece of art.

Wow, Ive never seen something with so much work out into it. Such delicate touches and so beautiful. The whole area around is such a treat, there is also another tiled staircase close by, the hidden garden stairs and the lookout point close by is also perfect for views of the city.

These mosaic steps are very colorful and beautiful. Looking from afar, you can see a nice painting forming on top of all the steps.Along both sides of the steps, there are many beautiful plants and flowers to give you companionship during your journey here.Spend time to walk up the steps. You will have a good view of the beautiful city skyline stretching out into the Pacific Ocean. This is a wonderful place to watch sunset if you come at the right time.It is a great place for photos. Remember to bring a camera with you. Since it is usually windy here, bring a jacket with you during the visit here.

Nice steps...I had very high expectations so I came here once and never again.

Beautifully tiled art on stairs and a breathtaking view of the San Franciscos Bay

Gorgeous tiled steps with plenty of solid platforms to rest on your way up or down.

Delightful tiled stairway surrounded by a magical garden of succulents and California natives.

Beautiful tile art that brings the imagination to life. Once you reach the top the view of the city is breath taking.

Great place to walk/hike to in the city to get great views of the Bay.

Great views of the sunset and Pacific Ocean. The steps are too high but the view from top is worth the climb. Not to miss if you visiting the city

16th Avenue Tiled Steps is easily one of the best free activities to do in San Francisco, especially to catch a sunset. The steps and view at the top were unbelievable! Go see for yourself and you will not be disappointed, especially on a clear sunny day!

The stairs lead to a park!Its nice to see.

Nice place to visit if you have an extra time in San Francisco. Not a must visit though.Do spare an extra time to explore the park at the top of the stairs. Havent explore it myself, however, seems like it may have nice view of San Francisco.

16th Avenue Tiled Steps :These are a flight of tiled stairs. Also known as Moraga street Tiled steps. Its fun climbing these stairs. Once we reach the top of the stairway, it’s such a great view of the city, from the top.

Its one of the most beautiful and scenic places of San Francisco. You can literally see the entire city from this point. One side there is end of land and start of the beautiful ocean while on the other side there is the financial district on the far side.

Nice place to take a good picture.

Definitely a tourist attraction, but it wasnt too busy when I went. Quite a bit of stairs to climb up the top, however its a nice view of some of the city & ocean. (Also, the hill just above it had a very stunning view of the city & the Golden Gate Bridge is also visible. Just fyi, its very windy!)No entrance fee & no restroom facilities nearby, but definitely a gorgeous view.

I have been here multiple times and it still amazes me every time! This time I chose to walk the steps and capture the last sunset of 2019. It was so worth it - the weather, the enthusiastic travelers and photo posers and the dynamic views that this place offers after every few steps you climb!!! Really - 360 views galore - all around you. The climbing itself is made fun by such a detailed artwork in tiles. I would rate this as a medium difficulty to reach the top. The elevation, wind and view makes your workout sweat worth the trip.

Amazing colors on the stairs, great view and one the interesting places to visit in San Francisco!

Great experience! Make sure you continue the hike up towards the next structure, AMAZING 360 DEGREE VIEWS UP THERE!

A very nice place to visit without the crowds of tourists. And I have found out many San Francisco local people do not know this place. It is free. But if you are driving to there, there was a warning of car breaking.

These stairs were awesome! We came here on a Wednesday between rush out and very few people near the stairs and even had them to ourselves for a bit. These make for a perfect photo opportunity. Definitely check these out. At the top you can see a bit of the city.

Definitely one of the hidden gems in San Francisco. Getting here is a challenge since this is located in a residential area, and we want to make sure to not disturb the residents. We went during sunset and there were very few people here. If you can, please climb the stairs because the view at the top is breath taking.

A great place for anyone. A huge staircase with a mosaic that ends in a great view of the Pacific Ocean. Be careful if you drive there: daylight burglaries happen often, so keep your valuables with you or hidden well. Its difficult to get a good shot of the mosaic as many other people have the same idea as you.

Make sure you are comfortable climbing up the stairs! And if you are lazy like my friends, you’ll miss out on a breathtaking view of SF! And if you were able to make it up the tiled steps, don’t miss out on going further up. The view from up there is 10 times better than from the tiled steps! Promise!

This is a beautiful location and a good workout! These steps were built by the community and it is a treasure ️. The mosaic starts from the sea, and goes all the way to the starts. The colors are vibrant and the design is magical. It is also cool to see the names of the contributors on the steps. Once you get to the top, you get a gorgeous view of the ocean and Golden Gate Park.

Very unique and beautiful place

It’s a very touristy spot, but with reason. Not only are the steps gorgeous and so interesting to look at all the details of, the views are impeccable. You get to see the ocean, the golden gate park, and even a glimpse of the bridge in the distance. If you go all the way up, you’ll find overlook park which is yet another climb, but it allows you to see a 360 view of San Fran. Even the downtown area far away!

Breathtaking views of San Francisco from the top!! We went at sunset and it was gorgeous!! Definitely work the drive! Also that time of night there wasnt many people and parking was a breeze!

Great views of the city after an invigorating climb up these beautiful steps.

Dreamy! Dont miss the beautiful garden at the bottom, and at the top is one of the last crops of Franciscan formation at the top (it has its own biozone!).

One of the best lookouts in the city. Walking up the steps can be pretty tiring but rest assured that the views of the Sunset District backdropped by the foggy shores of the Pacific Ocean are well worth the climb. For the best views, come near sunset. A bit of a warning: there is nowhere to leave your bike, meaning you may have to carry your bike up the stairs (like I did) to ensure it doesnt get stolen at the bottom - apparently thievery is a problem in the area.

Really cool and if you pass the stairs and keep going up you will end up in top of a hill with a great panorama view of most of the city

Didnt get to take photo of tile but view of San Francisco was spectacular. No entrance fee. No restroom facilities. Park close at sunset for good reason. Known to see chayotes according to post at the entrance.

Lovely community effort. View of sunset is amazing. Worth the walk and cold. Golden Gate Park is nearby in walking distance.

Beautiful display of tile art. Making it up all the stairs is a chore, but worth it as you can admire the tile work all the way up. The view from the top isn’t too bad either!

Very cool spot. Climbed to the top. Very photogenic place.

A very cool art piece hidden in a unique way. The 16th Ave. Tiled Steps not only provide a beautiful piece of artwork to enjoy, but also an incredible west facing view of the Pacific Ocean and the Westside of San Francisco. Well worth a visit and best on a clear sunny day.

Nice part of the crosstown trail

Super cute to sit and pose for.

This staircase was amazing. It is one of my favorite things we saw during our sightseeing vacation. Every stair edge was a masterpiece. There were four of us there taking pictures (two of the people were professional photographers) and none of the pictures that any of the four of us took look the same. We could have spent far more time here looking at each of the images from the staircase. This is a must see. Unfortunately there were signs all over these streets that said car break-ins happen at this location with regularity. So do not leave anything on the seat of your car in order to avoid that!! There was broken windshield glass curbside in multiple spots.

When you all the way go up to the stair, you can see beautiful view of SF. I Suggest go there in a sunny day better

Very neat stop in the city. My daughter and I found it easily, parked nearby. We followed the instructions about not leaving valuables behind and making sure to lock the car. There was a lady watering the garden and steps and kindly stepped out of the way to let us through. We were lucky there was no one else there and took lots of pics and the views were amazing.

Such a beautiful stairs, and a great challenge try to go all the way up and down more than once!! Good exercise ahahaha

Very nice tiled steps. Pretty high! But at the top take the extra stairs to the park for an amazing view!

A beautiful urban hike and location to watch the sunset. Don’t forget your jacket and a scarf. A thermos of something warm with some cookies wouldn’t be a bad idea either.

Mesmerizing and breath taking piece of art.. these steps are wonder ..made of mossaic tiles depicting Sea, earth, moon and sun in ascending order ... Along the sides are these dessert succulent s garden which are natural beauty and are point of nature appreciation.. beautiful...must visit ...

Nothing too special so I certainly wouldnt go out of my way to see these. However, if you are in the area they are fun and the views from the top expansive. Just beware that there are multiple signs around the bottom warning of thefts from any cars left unattended. The stories I heard suggest that this is serious!

Wow this view is insane. Must see. Not long walk at all with steps.

Beautiful tile and amazing views if you keep going to the top of the hill walking a little on the street on top and taking more stairs.

Beautiful set of steps that lead up (from 16th avenue) to Grand view park and breathtaking views

Lovely steps, good for photos but generally crowded. Have to wait a lot to take a good picture. Parking was easy to find as well. Got street parking almost next to steps. Good place for photographers too as its not that famous spot in San Francisco.

Worth checking out if you have time

Love this place! Great for photos and one of the best views of the Sunset. Its a must come and see place for yourself!

Great place to look at and take a picture of but trying to get a picture without anyone on the steps is difficult. I got the clearest I could get just a family in the middle around 2pm but there were people coming and going the whole time. I would say come early in the morning to get a clear picture or head to the Hidden Garden Steps down the road it is a lot quieter.

Many tourists show up at these stairs during different times of the day. Each moment is a great view (provided no fog) but sunset is simply magical. Any person who makes it to the top of the stairs will have the same feeling: he would want to fly

Today has been a pretty demanding days with 20,000+ steps and lots of stairs. Great views over the city

Beautiful tiled steps that lead to a park with more steps that can take you to a spectacular view at the top - especially wonderful at sunset. Parking is free on the street but there are a lot of signs warning of car theft - so make sure to not leave any valueables in your vehicle.

Very beautiful steps. Every flight of steps has its own picture. It is amazing to climb up the stairs and to enjoy the colorful tiled pictures.When you get up, you can enjoy the picturesque view of the ocean and San Francisco as a reward. The best time to take great photos here is before sunset.

A nice walk along raised road from mosaic steps and beautiful houses leads to the tiled steps from the main tram along the road. The best place for sunsets with a view of the vast and panaromic Pacific ocean, houses arranged in a beautiful array descending to the beach and roads that demarcate and hive pattern to the already amazing view. The tiled steps are beautiful in themselves and offer some great golden hour shots.

One of the most excellent spot to see this beautiful city in all its glory! Stairs are kept surprisingly, incredibly clean despite the good amount of foot traffic on a nice day. Also, a perfect afternoon excursion to try to tire a 3 year old :)

Loved those steps. The succulent gardens on both sides of the steps are beautiful.

The view is amazingly scary and awesome!

The steps were beautiful and I got some great pictures but we were only there for about 10 minutes and the back window of our car was broken. One bag was stolen. If you come here I recommend parking close to the steps and make sure valuables are hidden or taken out of the car.

Really cool to see and great views of the city from the top!

Dear heavens be in shape or bring oxygen if your climbing. My thighs are still burning. Lol. Its gorgeous to see and each step is unique. Very cool hidden gem for San Fran.

Nice little pick me up from driving all day.