PacBell Building
Quick Facts
- Location
- USA, San Francisco
- Category
- Sightseeing
- Duration
- About 30 min for exterior
- Opening Hours
- Office hours Mon-Fri
- Ticket Price
- Adult: Free · Free exterior; interior by appointment
- Coordinates
- 37.7920, -122.4010
Introduction
Standing in the heart of San Francisco's Financial District, the PacBell Building was completed in 1925 to designs by James W. Platt and Timothy Pflueger and is widely regarded as one of the finest Neo-Classical skyscrapers on the American West Coast. The 26-story tower long served as headquarters for Pacific Telephone & Telegraph, its facade dressed in terracotta and granite and crowned by an Italian Renaissance-style clock tower that anchors the city skyline. Converted in the 2000s to luxury residences and a Four Seasons hotel, the exterior was meticulously preserved. Even from the sidewalk, the columns and carved detailing convey the ambition of early-20th-century American corporate capital and the refinement of its craftsmanship.
✨ Highlights
🛈 Practical Info
Ticket Information
| Adult | Free |
|---|
Free exterior; interior by appointment
💡 Tips
FAQ
What are the opening hours of PacBell Building?
Office hours Mon-Fri
How much is the admission for PacBell Building?
Adult: Free; Free exterior; interior by appointment
Any practical tips for visiting PacBell Building?
Combine with Transamerica Pyramid and 555 California Lobby open on weekdays; peek the interiors
How long should I spend at PacBell Building?
A typical visit takes About 30 min for exterior.
