William Westerfeld House

The William Westerfeld House, in San Francisco

The William Westerfeld House is one of the most famous Victorian residences of San Francisco, near Alamo Square. The San Francisco audio-guided tour stops here to evoke this imposing nineteenth-century house, with a colourful history.

An imposing Victorian residence

Built at the end of the nineteenth century for a rich confectioner, the William Westerfeld House is one of the most imposing Victorian houses of San Francisco. In Stick-Eastlake style, it stands out by its high tower, its worked windows and its sculpted wooden ornaments. Over time, this great residence knew many uses and owners, which makes it a house with a rich and fascinating history. Located near Alamo Square, it is among the most famous Victorians of the city.

What to see

You admire the imposing Victorian residence in Stick-Eastlake style, its high tower, its worked windows and its sculpted wooden ornaments, near Alamo Square. The William Westerfeld House is one of the most famous Victorians of San Francisco. It is a stop for lovers of architecture, to be explored on foot.

Practical information

The William Westerfeld House lies near Alamo Square, in San Francisco, reachable on foot. You mainly admire its façade from the street, the house being private. You discover it during a walk in the Alamo Square district.

What is particular about the William Westerfeld House?

Its imposing Victorian Stick-Eastlake architecture, its high tower and its sculpted wooden ornaments; it is one of the most famous Victorian residences of San Francisco, near Alamo Square.

Where is the William Westerfeld House?

Near Alamo Square, in San Francisco, in California.