Market Street
Market Street was originally laid out by Irish-born civil engineer Jasper O'Farrell in 1847, spanning from the waterfront all the way up to Twin Peaks.
Shown here dramatically dividing this photo, Market Street is rich with history. Mid Market is currently has been undergoing a major resurrection, with new life and energy into this important arterial.
The Ferry Building
One of the timeless souls of the City is the Ferry Building at the foot of Market (the tiny white spiral-like shape at the terminus of Market Street in this photo) on the Embarcadero, designed by A. Page Brown who died in 1896; the building was not completed until 1903.
It is modeled after the Giralda of the Cathedral of Seville and resembles the 1890 version at Madison Square Garden, which was designed by McKim, Mead & White under whom Brown served his apprenticeship.
Street lamps were designed by Willis Polk during the City Beautiful Movement.
Lotta’s Fountain
In 1875, Lotta Crabtree had a cast-iron column and fountain installed on Market to thank the City where she got her start. Numerous architectural treasures line this historic street.