Lombard St

Street San Francisco, California, United States

What to expect

Lombard Street is a famous street in San Francisco, known for its steep, one-block section with eight hairpin turns, earning it the nickname 'The Crookedest Street in the World.' The street is surrounded by Russian Hill mansions and perfectly manicured landscaping, making it a popular tourist attraction. The crooked section was designed to reduce the hill's natural 27 percent grade, which was too steep for most vehicles. Visitors can drive down the street, but it's recommended to avoid rush hour and weekend afternoons. The street is also a popular spot for photos, with the eastern terminus being the most famous location. Lombard Street is located in the Russian Hill neighborhood and is close to other San Francisco attractions, such as North Beach, Chinatown, and Fisherman's Wharf

Plan your family visit to the Lombard St with these blog insights 👇

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3 Nights in San Francisco with Little Kids

3 Nights in San Francisco with Little Kids
This family's experience:

Activities: We headed off to the twisty portion of Lombard St. One thing to remember about San Francisco is that it is very hilly!

Highlights: DH wins the prize–he carried DS on his back and pushed DD in the stroller up hill and down! ✨

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21 FUN Things To Do In San Francisco With Kids

21 FUN Things To Do In San Francisco With Kids
This family's experience:

Activities: We drove down Lombard Street, the world's most crooked street, with its eight hairpin turns. It was a fun and exciting experience for the kids

Highlights: The kids loved the thrill of driving down the winding road and taking pictures of the iconic street. It was a unique San Francisco experience ✨

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What to do in San Francisco with family: the essentials

What to do in San Francisco with family: the essentials
This family's experience:

Activities: We drove down Lombard Street, the “most crooked street in the world.” It was a fun and unique experience, even if it was a bit of a tourist trap

Highlights: The kids loved seeing the street from the top and watching the cars go up and down the curves. It was a bit crowded, but it was definitely worth it! ✨

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5 Fun and Free Things to do in San Francisco with Kids

5 Fun and Free Things to do in San Francisco with Kids
This family's experience:

Activities: Driving through many of San Francisco’s street is such a roller coaster ride that can be exciting for the kids and nerve-wracking for some adults

Highlights: The scenic view, pretty flowers and rowhouses along the street ✨