http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/roundup/43233 There’s something about rooftop space—panoramic views, seclusion from city bustle, adrenaline-inducing vertigo—but it's difficult to find in SF. Until now: look here for every public rooftop garden, bar and tanning spot in the city--including that one you thought no one knew about. en Copyright 2008 Tue, 22 Jul 2008 05:05:05 -0700 http://images.citysearch.com/roundup/b3/44/43233r1.jpg http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/roundup/43233 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles This luxurious "green" hotel near the gates of Chinatown also has a public garden on the roof, from which you can order drinks (and food) from its restaurant, Roots. San Francisco, CA http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/profile/44686545/san_francisco_ca/orchard_garden_hotel.html Tue, 22 Jul 2008 05:05:05 -0700 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Medjool's spacious rooftop makes it a go-to for warm nights. During the day you can order cocktails from one of their chaise lounges. San Francisco, CA http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/profile/41429991/san_francisco_ca/medjool.html Tue, 22 Jul 2008 05:05:05 -0700 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Planted on top of a parking garage, this secret urban oasis overlooks Lake Merritt, the Paramount Theater and downtown Oakland. San Francisco, CA http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/profile/46934856/san_francisco_ca/kaiser_rooftop_garden.html Tue, 22 Jul 2008 05:05:05 -0700 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Grab a drink at this modern/luxe hotel's bar, Americano, and head up to the public rooftops on the 5th or 7th floors for ridiculous views of the bay and downtown. San Francisco, CA http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/profile/41654727/san_francisco_ca/hotel_vitale.html Tue, 22 Jul 2008 05:05:05 -0700 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Grab lunch and climb up to the top floor of this outdoor mall to access the gardens atop the Wells Fargo Bank, with great views of the street scene at Market and Montgomery. San Francisco, CA http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/profile/37229291/san_francisco_ca/crocker_galleria.html Tue, 22 Jul 2008 05:05:05 -0700 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Another great spot for lunch, this secret terrace amidst the towers of the FiDi is open to the public, although those who've discovered it might tell you otherwise. Simply walk in the lobby and head up to the 15th floor Sun Terrace. San Francisco, CA http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/profile/872463/san_francisco_ca/343_sansome_15th_floor_sun_terrace.html Tue, 22 Jul 2008 05:05:05 -0700 http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/roundup/42293 Tue, 22 Jul 2008 05:05:05 -0700 http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/roundup/38436 Tue, 22 Jul 2008 05:05:05 -0700 http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com Tue, 22 Jul 2008 05:05:05 -0700