Haight-Ashbury
Haight-Ashbury
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Center of the long-gone hippie culture of the 1960s, this trendy neighborhood is now a whole new scene with upscale boutiques, Internet cafes and hip restaurants.
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Neighbourhood: Haight-Ashbury
The area surrounding the intersection of Haight and Ashbury streets, “The Haight” still exudes vibes of the 1960s counterculture as a haven for vintage clothes, music, pop posters and body piercing shops. While the Summer of Love ended decades ago, Haight-Ashbury has turned into a melting pot of hippies, hipsters, and professionals. Walking through its streets can still feel like stepping back in time. A must-see neighbourhood for most music fans, it’s easy to see why these streets attracted the likes of the Grateful Dead and Janis Joplin. You’ll likely be content in The Haight day or night, just be sure to wear some flowers in your hair.
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betsnow
Tucson, AZ2,233 contributions
Sept 2023 • Friends
Take a step back into the flower child era right here, and don't miss walking this cool and notable neighborhood. Haight-Ashbury was on our touristy list of places to visit (I had been here years prior) and walk and it did not disappoint with it's shops, murals, significant homes (Hendrix, Joplin, Grateful Dead), and places to stop for eats/drinks. You do feel like you have taken a step back into a time that was more revolutionary, yet simpler than today and it was refreshing. Easy walk, free and you can get a great cup of coffee. There is a T-shirt store on the corner (Love on Haight) that is quirky and sells some artist made tie-dye shirts/clothes that are exceptional (and a bit pricey, but hey you are touristing). The mural on the store alone is worth seeing.
Written 8 September 2023
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Rob4Patti
White River Junction, VT198 contributions
Sept 2023 • Couples
If you’re a sixties fan you will want to go here. We were lucky enough to be there when they had their annual street fest. It was like a step back in time. If you remember Woodstock in the sixties and a lot of group singers this was the place.
Written 28 September 2023
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wendy L
Evanston, IL480 contributions
Jul 2021
Something tells me you need to have been alive during the 60's to appreciate this area, and you need to share your memories with the younger generation. This was our experience. Two of us were young adults during the 60's, and our stories helped our 18 and 19 year old kids to understand and put into context what they were seeing. Despite the rather tacky nature of the shops, it is a place steeped in history, if you care enough to find it. This should never be a place for a high-brow experience, the characters who frequented the streets were there partly in protest to that kind of lifestyle. Embrace it for what it is, and get a free Welcome Guide which will point you in the direction of houses and haunts of the late and great. If the stores bother you, check out the wonderful homes on the side streets, and use your guide to see who once lived there. Or check out some of the murals, with personal images and signatures of some famous folks. The vintage clothing store is superb. To me many items looked like performers' costumes. You can also pick up some great little 60's stuff which our kids really liked. Bottom line, it is an experience if you go with the correct mindset. We parked easily, and had no problems with that. A few homeless here, but they were only sleeping, and did not bother us. Walked to GG Park.
Written 11 July 2021
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Prem Rao
Bengaluru, India162 contributions
Dec 2019
The Haight Ashbury's claim to fame in this day and age is that it was the most popular hang out of the Hippies and the original Flower People back in the '60s and '70s. There are many eateries, souvenir shops, and memorabilia of different kinds on sale. You do bump into a few modern day Hippies. The wall murals are interesting depicting the music legends of those faraway days. It's worth the walk and you can spend an hour- or much more- depending on your level of interest.
Written 7 March 2020
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Jeff G
Bellevue, NE43 contributions
Mar 2023 • Couples
I specifically went here to check out what i thought was a Goth clothing store but realized, it was yet another vintage clothing store. I felt rather uncomfortable in this area. Lots of loitering hippies (as expected i guess) openly dealing their goods while invading everyone's space. I also thought most stores were surprisingly expensive. I was happy to find a HUGE record store but, wasn't impressed with what they had. Glad i visited because of the history but, i would recommend to stay clear if visiting.
Written 29 March 2023
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LivinglifeinPA
Allentown, PA889 contributions
Aug 2022
Our tour of San Francisco took us into this part of the city.....such a funky street with colorful storefronts. We quickly drove through the area, though, so a few days later, we took an Uber to take a closer look at this interesting neighborhood.
It's like stepping back into the 60's with Jimi's house, psychedelic-painted shops, and lots of "consignment" stores selling clothes from the 60's and beyond!
Yes, there were those who were puffing away & feeling no pain as well as others who were obviously homeless, but we still felt quite safe during our visit.
A step back into history that will make you smile with all the memories it will awaken.
It's like stepping back into the 60's with Jimi's house, psychedelic-painted shops, and lots of "consignment" stores selling clothes from the 60's and beyond!
Yes, there were those who were puffing away & feeling no pain as well as others who were obviously homeless, but we still felt quite safe during our visit.
A step back into history that will make you smile with all the memories it will awaken.
Written 26 August 2022
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valerio v
Rome, Italy1,182 contributions
Aug 2023 • Couples
The intersection between these two streets recalls the Summer love of San Francisco in '67 and the hippie generation. There are still nostalgics for that period and the clock stopped at 4.20 also symbolizes the nostalgic stopping of time as well as representing the best time to dream. Framed by various shops selling souvenirs of the time and many Victorian style buildings, some of which are really interesting
Written 19 August 2023
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freebiekatt
Las Vegas, Nv.30 contributions
Dec 2019
Was in San Francisco area and had to visit Haight-Ashbury district. Still has tye-dye shops and great little spots for coffee and a bite to eat. A few street musicians and just that vibe that personafied the hippy movement of the 60's.
Written 5 January 2020
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Beth N
Moline, IL10 contributions
May 2023 • Family
My 19 year old son and I spent a fun afternoon walking down Haight Street checking out all the stores. Saw lots of store owners standing outside talking to what seemed to be local folks. Very relaxed atmosphere and it was a lot of fun seeing all the colorful murals on every block. I definitely recommend visiting this neighborhood if you can fit it in your schedule.
Written 25 May 2023
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Pauly-101
Glasgow, UK484 contributions
Mar 2023 • Couples
Visited Haight Ashbury on a rainy morning and ended up spending the day wandering around the shops and trying out a few pubs. It’s been said in many other reviews but the area really does have a great, relaxed vibe. We were made to feel welcome by all of the locals and it’s probably the area we’d want to revisit first on a return trip. Side note – we loved our time here so much we named our cat ‘Ashbury’. If that’s not an endorsement of the area I don’t know what is!
Written 26 October 2023
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Is haight Ashbury a safe neighborhood?
Written 9 October 2018
The area has lots of homeless, backpacker, hippie types hanging around but walking along the main road was safe enough during the day. The knife strapped to one persons thigh suggests it may not be the same at night. Lots of people with dogs, some quite large and potentially aggressive. I would recommend keeping valuables out of sight and be aware of your surroundings. A visit during the day I found both interesting and enjoyable and would recommend. In fact we are heading back over today to visit Golden Gate Park at the end of Haight Street.
Written 9 October 2018
Hello everybody, do you know where we can park ? we can't go with bus after we go to the aeroport :)
Written 7 August 2018
Bonjour, vous pouvez vous garer directement dans la rue. Seule chose, il me semble qu'il y a des parkmètres.
Written 7 August 2018
Ciao, sapete se i negozi ad Hight-Ashbury sono aperti anche la domenica? Sarò a San Franscisco solo per un weekend e vorrei organizzarmi di conseguenza. Grazie mille
Written 5 March 2018
io ci sono stato a novembre ed erano aperti magari non tutti ma quelli x turisti che vendono t-shirt o targhe e calamite si. l’unica cosa sono gli orari dove ognuno apre quando vuole è mai prima delle 10 10.30
Written 5 March 2018
Hola, voy a viajar a San Francisco y me gustaria saber si es buen lugar para alojarse y si esta bien ubicado para conocer la ciudad. Gracias
Written 4 June 2017
Hi - wir wohnen immer in günstigen Motels außerhalb der City. Hotels sind in SF sehr teuer. Viel Spaß und gute Reise 😊
Written 4 June 2017
Hi. Is anyone able to tell me the best way 1) from San Fran airport to haight Ashbury (where I'm staying)?
2) from haight Ashbury to pier 33 to get the ferry to Alcatraz
3) from haight Ashbury to the Golden Gate Bridge?
Any help appreciated. I'm getting a bit confused with all the different transport systems! Thanks in advance for help with any!
Written 3 February 2017
From SFO search shuttle services to the city. It's a shared taxi/van. Easy & convenient from the airport.
If you're driving , use waze or maps.
Otherwise take Uber or Lyft so easy, quick & efficient to anywhere in san Fran
Written 4 February 2017
Hi, can someone tell us where to park our rental-car if we want to visit and walk around in Haight-Ashbury ? I found ABC Parking but the reviews are very bad ...... many thx , Manon
Written 19 April 2016
We parked at Waller street. Just around the corner.
Written 20 April 2016
Rick S
Des Moines, Iowa
When is the next festival? What is the worst thing about it? Thanks
Written 8 October 2015
Don't know about festivals. It is not the cleanest area of town but the people are nice and very diverse!
Written 8 October 2015
Ok, so there are many tourist traps in SF. When these are done, where do we fo for more authentic atmospheres and palces to eat and drink, that won't cost us a pretty penny?
Written 8 April 2015
If you're in Haight Ashbury, try Pork Store Cafe for breakfast or lunch (they also have a great veggie omelet). Very inexpensive, local, interesting crowd but small space and pretty crowded most of the time.
Magnolia Gastropub and Brewery has excellent food and great beer. No reservations, but most people are there for the pub so you can usually catch a table for dinner. Best pork chop I ever had.
Both restaurants are on Haight St.
Written 9 April 2015
Is there a tourist service where you can dress up in hippie style and have your picture taken at the corner of Haight-Asbury? I will be there with my 33 year old daughter and would like for her to get a feel for the good, bad and ugly of the area in the 60s.
Thanks,
George
Written 14 January 2015
There is a store on Haight called Jammin On Haight that sells tie dye clothing. You can't miss it. It's on a corner not far from Ashbury. It might even be on Ashbury. I don't remember. Good luck and have fun!
Written 15 January 2015
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