Twin Peaks Tavern, Gay bar in Castro District, San Francisco, US.
Located at 401 Castro Street, Twin Peaks Tavern features large windows spanning from floor to ceiling, presenting an open view of the street life.
The Mediterranean revival-style building from 1883 transformed from a saloon into a gay bar in 1971, becoming a gathering place for the LGBTQ+ community.
The establishment made history in 1972 when owners Mary Ellen Cunha and Peggy Forster removed window coverings, marking the first gay bar with transparent windows.
The bar maintains a conversation-friendly environment with moderate music volume and operates steps away from Castro Station and F Market heritage streetcar line.
Queen Máxima of the Netherlands chose this San Francisco Designated Landmark for her meeting with LGBTQ+ community members in September 2022.
Location: San Francisco
Address: 401 Castro Street, San Francisco, California, 94114
GPS coordinates: 37.76308,-122.43496
Latest update: March 13, 2025 11:37
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