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Crookedest Street in the World
Known as the “Crookedest Street in the World,” Lombard Street is
one of San Francisco’s most popular landmarks. Every year, hun-
dreds of thousands of visitors walk or drive down its eight sharp
hairpin turns. Surrounded by Russian Hill mansions and perfectly
manicured landscaping and flowers, it is also one of the city’s most
scenic streets.
Although it’s a steep walk up Lombard Street, visiting doesn’t take
a lot of time. But once there, you are close to numerous other San
Francisco attractions. North Beach, Chinatown and Fisherman’s
Wharf are all within short walking distance. Lombard Street is also
located just a few blocks away from the San Francisco Art Institute,
which sometimes features events, lectures and art shows.
