Best Picnic Locations in San Francisco

Written By Cristina Viseu

Looking for some new picnic spots in San Francisco, but not sure where to start? Don’t worry, I’m here to help!

My name is Cristina Viseu and I am a cozy influence based in San Francisco. This is my blog: Pretty Cozy Days - the perfect place to find all things picnic! 🌷

If you need additional picnic supplies: be sure to see our guide here!

Spread of a picnic with pretty plates that have cookies, fruits and pastries on them.

Palace of Fine Arts

Image of the Palace of Fine Arts in San Francisco
Cristina posing in front of the Palace of Fine Arts in a black ball gown. She's standing next to a picnic spread.

Being one of the prettiest monuments in San Francisco, this place is a fantastic spot for your next picnic! It’s the perfect combination of beautiful architecture, art and nature. It’s the largest art institution in San Francisco. It does get crowded but there is ample space for you to lounge around in.

📍 3601 Lyon St, San Francisco, CA 94123

Golden Gate Park

Cristina posing with a floral teapot, sitting on a picnic blanket.
Cristina walking next to cherry blossom trees in Golden Gate Park. She's wearing an olive-green maxi dress.
Cristina posing in Golden Gate Park. She's wearing an olive-green dress and sitting on top of a picnic blanket. On the blanket is an array of snacks, a basket and flowers.

Golden Gate Park is a San Francisco staple. With a size of well over a thousand acres, you’re bound to find a spot to hangout with your boo, friends, or just by yourself! My favorite is this romantic cherry blossom meadow, it’s absolutely gorgeous during the spring time.

📍Stow Lake Picnic Area
Stow Lake Dr, San Francisco, CA 94118

Legion of Honor

Cristina posing in front of the Legion of Honor Museum. She's sitting on a picnic blanket. On this blanket is a picnic basket, a table and a bunch of pic snacks, drinks and flowers.
Image of the archway at the Legion of Honor.
Cristina posing in front of the Legion of Honor Museum. She's sitting on a picnic blanket. On this blanket is a picnic basket, a table and a bunch of pic snacks, drinks and flowers.

Legion of Honor is considered one of the prettiest museums in San Francisco, and I agree. Not only do they have gorgeous collections on the inside, the outside is a direct replica of the Palais de la Legion d'Honneur, perfect for living out your princess picnic dreams.

📍100 34th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94121

Dutch Windmills

Cristina posing on a picnic blanket at the Dutch Windmills. There's a colorful mix of red and pink flowers in the background. On the picnic blanket is an array of snacks, a tray table and a picnic basket.
Cristina posing on a picnic blanket at the Dutch Windmills. There's a colorful mix of red and pink flowers in the background. On the picnic blanket is an array of snacks, a tray table and a picnic basket.

Does it get any more cozy than this? On the edge of the Golden Gate Park, you can find this cute windmill that actually still works! During the spring and summer it is surrounded by a colorful array of tulips and other flowers, definitely worth a visit. Bring your favorite snacks and a soft blanket, and you’re all set.

📍1691 John F Kennedy Dr, San Francisco, CA 94121

Addition San Francisco Picnic Tips:

A few small things to note. San Francisco is a busy city, and as unfortunate as it is, with bustling cities theft is unavoidable. I’d recommend to not leave any personal belongings in your car!

The weather here can get a little chilly, so make sure to bring a cozy sweater or jacket to stay warm, my friends!

Now that you’re all set to go, I hope you’re going to have a wonderful time exploring San Francisco with the coziest picnics. 💕

Cristina Viseu
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