Getaway to Twin Peaks for an exceptional panorama

The Twin Peaks rise to a height of 280m, offering superb views of the city from the Golden Gate Bridge to the Bay Bridge. Located in the geographical centre of San Francisco, they are THE best place to admire the city. The best viewpoint is undoubtedly from the top of the North Peak, at the foot of the huge telecommunications aerial. Here you'll find a perfectly landscaped lookout, Christmas Tree Point, offering a panoramic view of the whole of San Francisco. For even more magic, don't hesitate to come back at the end of the day to enjoy the sunset- it's well worth the diversions.

Twin Peaks is also the name given to the residential community that has sprung up on the mountainside at the bottom of the hills. This peaceful district is recognisable by its colourful houses. A stroll through the streets can be a most pleasant experience. The top of Twin Peaks is also home to the city's fire reservoir, built after the great fire of 1906.

The name Twin Peaks may ring a bell, but that's hardly surprising - it's the name of a series and a film by David Lynch. The famous detective series follows the investigation of an FBI agent, Dale Cooper, into the murder of a schoolgirl. However, any resemblance to an existing location is purely coincidental: the series has nothing to do with San Francisco's Twin Peaks. The Twin Peaks of cinema is an imaginary town in Washington State.