Lombard Street

Lombard Street, in San Francisco

Lombard Street is the most winding and emblematic street of San Francisco. The San Francisco audio-guided tour stops here to evoke this flowered zigzag section, become one of the most famous images of the city.

The most winding street in the world

Lombard Street is famous for its zigzag section, on the side of Russian Hill, often presented as the most winding street in the world. On a single block with a very steep slope, the paved roadway descends in eight tight hairpin turns, laid out at the beginning of the twentieth century to allow vehicles to circulate safely. The curves are magnificently lined with carefully maintained flowerbeds and shrubs. This picturesque and flowered spectacle is one of the most photographed attractions of San Francisco.

What to see

You admire the paved roadway descending in eight tight hairpin turns, lined with flowerbeds, on the side of Russian Hill. Lombard Street is one of the most winding and photographed streets of San Francisco. It is a must-see stop, to be explored on foot.

Practical information

Lombard Street lies on the side of Russian Hill, in San Francisco, reachable on foot. The winding section is walked along by pedestrian stairs on each side, freely accessible; the slope is steep. The street is particularly beautiful at the flowering of the beds; it is best to bring good shoes.

Why is Lombard Street winding?

Its zigzag section, laid out at the beginning of the twentieth century, descends in eight hairpin turns to allow vehicles to cross safely the very steep slope of Russian Hill.

Where is Lombard Street?

On the side of Russian Hill, in San Francisco, in California.