Fort Point National Historic Site
Hours
See this week's hours below.
- Entrance fee
- The Park Service lists no entrance fee for this site.
- Phone
- 415-561-4323
- Address
- Fort Point National Historic Site, San Francisco, CA 94129
About Fort Point
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.
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.
| Monday | 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Friday | 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Sunday | 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
Changes to these hours
- Thanksgiving, Nov 26: Closed
- Christmas Day, Dec 25: Closed
- New Year's Day, Jan 1: Closed
Getting there
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.
Weather
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.
Things to do
Arts and Culture, Fishing, Historic Weapons Demonstration, Living History, Museum Exhibits, Park Film, Theater.
Source: National Park Service data feed, checked September 24, 2026. Hours shown are the Park Service's posted standard hours plus any date changes it lists. Official page for Fort Point ↗