DJI Mavic Pro
Built-in Lens
Shutter Speed
1/40 sec
Aperture
f/3.2
Focal Length
4.4mm
ISO
100
Alice Marble Tennis Courts & Russian Hill
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Close to many other iconic landmarks, these vibrant tennis courts are perched above the streets with amazing 360-degree views of Russian Hill. Even if you don't play tennis, the courts are a fantastic place to relax, soak in some morning light and capture the contrast of the lush greenery and urban landscape from up above the city.
(before flying a drone, check and follow local drone regulations and permit requirements)
Plan
Overview
Skill level
Moderate
Accessbility
Public Location
Hours
Anytime
Fee
Free
Pack
- Drone
- Neutral Density filters
How to get there
N37° 48' 04.32"W122° 25' 12.0612"
Getting to the Alice Marble Tennis Courts is fairly simple — just park below the courts (37.801059, -122.420042) and then walk up the stairs to get to the pathway. You can launch your drone from the path off to the side as to not disturb people that are playing sports.
Address:
Alice Marble Tennis Courts, 1200 Greenwich St, San Francisco, CA 94109
Tips
When to go
Best season
All months
Best time
Morning, Mid-day, Late afternoon
As long as the weather is mild, the Alice Marble Tennis Courts can be photographed during any month of the year.
Morning is the best time to go to the courts because the soft light will come through the nearby houses and create interesting light. You can also find similar lighting conditions in the mid-day and late-afternoon as long as the light isn't too harsh.
Field tips
Before flying a drone, check and follow local drone regulations and permit requirements.
Be mindful of people playing sports and dogs that are nearby at the dog park.
Move your drone around to find different side angles and experiment with look downs. The courts are photogenic from all sides, so try out various viewpoints and find your favorite perspective.
Try to get your drone high enough so that you incorporate Lombard Street in the background of your composition.
Current weather
San Francisco, California
Partially cloudy
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Thu
63o
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Fri
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Sat
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Sun
67o
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Mon
63o
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Blue Hour
14:10
53o
Partially cloudy
Sunrise
14:37
53o
Partially cloudy
Golden Hour
01:33
53o
Partially cloudy
Sunset
02:08
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Partially cloudy
Do nearby
Just north of the courts is Lombard Street. This famous flower-lined street is designed in a zig-zag layout, which provides one of the most unique viewpoints in San Francisco.
You can also visit the Coit Tower in Telegraph Hill for more 360-degree views of the city.
If you're looking for something to eat, check out Polk Street. They have endless options with all different types of cuisines so you really can't go wrong!
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