Treasure Island in California State

Treasure Island

Built for the 1939 Golden Gate International Exposition, this man-made island is one of San Franciscos most historic attractions.

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Treasure Island Details

Built for the 1939 Golden Gate International Exposition, this man-made island is one of San Francisco's most historic attractions. After the World Fair, it was primarily used as a WWII training and education center for the US Navy, although after it shut down in 1997, the hangars were used as movie sets for such hits as The Matrix, Rent, and The Parent Trap. A multi-billion-dollar restoration plan is underway to build condos, shops, parks, and even a hotel on the island. But until those are finished, visitors can still go to enjoy the artwork, wineries, museums, and stunning views of the San Francisco Bay.

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Nearby Parks Around Treasure Island

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113.2 mi away

Pinnacles

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186.6 mi away

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256.6 mi away

Redwood

National Park · CA

317.3 mi away

Death Valley

National Park · CA

351.2 mi away

Crater Lake

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Nearby Points of Interest Around Treasure Island

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2.9 mi away

Alcatraz Island

Alcatraz Island, home to the infamous prison bearing the same name, is San Francisco's top tourist attraction and part of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area.

2.9 mi away

San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park

Ships of every size, design, and purpose comprise the main collection at this park.

3.5 mi away

Emeryville Crescent State Marine Reserve

This reserve is home to one of the most unspoiled marshlands in Northern California.

3.9 mi away

Presidio & the Golden Gate Bridge

No trip to San Francisco would be complete with cycling along the waterfront.

4.5 mi away

Angel Island State Park

Located 10 miles off the coast of San Francisco, this state park is the largest natural island in the Bay.