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0.49 miles
Elevation Gain
200 ft
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Loop
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Added by Samantha Drake
The Coit Tower stairs make for a great outdoor workout in San Francisco. There are 2 sets of stairs (Greenwich Street and Filbert Street at Sansome), so don't worry, you won't get bored...just tired!
There are 2 sets of stairs for Coit Tower on Sansome St. The first set is at Greenwich and the second is at Filbert. The Filbert steps are a little deeper per step and are mostly wood and concrete. The Greenwich steps are a little tougher because of the shallower, brick stairs as you get toward the top. Either set is a great workout if you're looking to get your fitness on.
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Nellie Fong
4/10/2025
Well Maintained
Amazing Views
Great Conditions
Well Marked
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Margaret L
2/8/2023
Great views
Can get crowded, but great views of the bay. If you happened to be there during Fleet Week, this is the best place to ...
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Crystal Sibson
8/13/2020
Great workout
This is a great workout however the area is quite busy with tourists. Try to go in the early morning before it gets too busy
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A K
8/5/2018
Can’t walk/run steps anymore
Only option is to take the elevator :/
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Audrey Sides
8/23/2017
Touristy But Worth It
This had been on my bucket list for a while and when I finally went, I definitely wasn't disappointed. However, when I was there ...
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Peter Hardy
3/5/2016
Walk Then Run
Did not run up them, just walked for my first time. Lots of steps, very cool homes and amazing views. Cannot wait to come ...
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Brian Heifferon
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9/30/2015
Great cardio workout, amazing views.
It seems like San Francisco has an endless number of stair workouts, but the Coit Tower Stairs is one of my favorites. It's a ...
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Clare Healy
6/23/2015
One of the most breathtaking locations for a sunrise workout in San Francisco! Indulge in the views of North Beach, Fisherman's Wharf, Financial District, ...
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Stephanie Kaczmarek
1/16/2015
If you're lucky, you'll see (or hear) the infamous parrots!
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Lisa Dutton
3/25/2014
We did this when I was 39 weeks preggers so we had to walk. Beautiful little gardens along the way and not a lot ...
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Ann Chen
1/28/2014
If you don't have a lot of time, this is a quick, challenging short work out with a beautiful pay out at the top.
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Grant
10/15/2013
if you don't go early (pre 6am) wait until after 8:30am...you will be alone
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Tyler Drake
8/6/2013
A great place to get a quick workout in and 2 different sets of stairs makes it hard to get bored.
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