The Palace of Fine Arts is a monumental structure originally constructed for the 1915 Panama-Pacific Exposition to exhibit works of art presented there. One of only a few surviving structures from the Exposition, it is the only one still situated on its original site. It was rebuilt in 1965, and renovation of the lagoon, walkways, and a seismic retrofit were completed in early 2009.
It's a popular attraction for me and others and is one of the key landmarks that I look for when I'm in or near San Francisco by land or water. The Palace is also on the top of my bring the tourists list, although I prefer walking here as part of a larger pedestrian tour of the City. And with lunch or dinner in the Marina. I love walking around and especially if there's a wedding party on the grounds. I also enjoy watching the swans and ducks, meandering around the columns, gazing up at the dome, relaxing in the park, and counting my blessings for being able to live in the Bay Area.
3301 Lyon St
(at Bay St)
San Francisco, CA 94123
Neighborhood: Marina/Cow Hollow
(415) 563-6504
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