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1096 Point Lobos Ave
San Francisco, CA 94121
+1 (415) 750-0415
http://www.giantcamera.com

Camera Obscura in San Francisco offers visitors a unique experience with their Giant Camera, a rare device inspired by a 15th-century design by Leonardo da Vinci.

This fascinating attraction provides 360 degrees of live images of the Seal Rock Area, allowing guests to immerse themselves in the beauty of the surroundings through a historical lens.

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Henry P.
7/8/2024

We walked up here after checking out the foggy beach down below and it was a stunning view. We were unfortunately there after the giant camera was closed, but the breathtaking view was well worth...

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Annabelle R.
4/16/2024

This is a cool little attraction at point lobos in SF. There wasn't much of a "holographic gallery" in this dark room... just a single hologram on the wall this past Sunday. But that's fine, cuz...

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Ed U.
4/21/2022

I believe it's the last remnant of the fabled Playland-at-the-Beach amusement park on Ocean Beach. After all, it's not every day you see a shack that looks like a big camera...unless presumably...

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Jean L.
2/7/2022

The historical aspect of Camera Obscrua is pretty neat and the science behind the camera is definitely food for thought. However, I wasn't really "wowed" during my visit this past Saturday. Upon...

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Dodie T.
5/17/2024

When we went with the whole family in December it was closed: no notice on Facebook or their website! Two carloads parked, walked, very disappointing. Why no posting?

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