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is the salesforce transit center open again in san francisco

by Aditya Hudson Published 3 years ago Updated 2 years ago
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Monday, July 1, 2019
The Salesforce Transit Center officially reopened today, after 278 days of closure, without any transit service. Bus service continues to use the Temporary Transbay Terminal a block away. The rooftop park area is now accessible to the public and programs that use the roof as a venue have resume.

When will the Salesforce Transit Center re-open?

The Transit Center was temporarily closed September 25, 2018 when a fissure was discovered on a beam at the Fremont Street location. After repairs and inspections completed, the Transit Center re-opened to the public on July 1, 2019. For details about the repairs, visit the Salesforce Transit Center website.

Where is Salesforce Transit Center in San Francisco?

Where is Salesforce Transit Center located? At 425 Mission Street in San Francisco’s SOMA District. The building covers nearly four city blocks with multiple entrances. It’s bordered by Beale Street, Minna Street, 2nd Street, and Natoma Street.

When did Muni start serving the Salesforce Transit Center?

Muni began serving the Salesforce Transit Center in 2017, when the 5 Fulton moved to the Bus Plaza. In 2018, the 5R, 7, 38 and 38R also moved to the Bus Plaza, with the 25 Treasure Island and all other transit agencies moving in for Transit Center's offical grand opening event held in August 2018.

Are there public restrooms at the Salesforce Transit Center?

Are there public restrooms at Salesforce Transit Center? There are several restrooms throughout the center including on the Park and on the level three Bus Deck. Are bicycles allowed inside the Transit Center or in the Park?

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Is Salesforce Transit Center open?

The park is open from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. May through October and closes at 8 p.m. November through April.

Is the Salesforce Transit Center in downtown San Francisco currently open?

The Transit Center was temporarily closed September 25, 2018 when a fissure was discovered on a beam at the Fremont Street location. After repairs and inspections completed, the Transit Center re-opened to the public on July 1, 2019. For details about the repairs, visit the Salesforce Transit Center website.

Is Transbay Terminal park open?

May 1 - October 31 | 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. November 1 - April 30 | 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. * hours subject to change. Everyone's welcome to enjoy this public park, a living roof where a curved walking trail lined with benches surrounds grassy lawns, dancing fountains, a children's play area, and an amphitheater.

Is Salesforce Park gondola open?

The Gondola The 20-passenger glass cabin carries passengers from the new Mission Square to the park and operates 8 a.m.-8 p.m. (May 1-Oct. 31) and 8 a.m.-7 p.m. (Nov. 1-Apr. 30), and is free of charge.

When did Salesforce Park open?

August 11, 2018: The Transbay Transit Center/Salesforce Park opens to the public. Long lines, concerts, and food usher in the city's $2.2 billion, 5.4-acre behemoth.

Can you run at Salesforce Park?

This is a very popular area for birding, trail running, and walking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.

Why is it called the Salesforce Transit Center?

In 2017, Salesforce bought a $110 million sponsorship deal for the park and the transit center that gives it naming rights on the building for 25 years. This is pretty much the same as the deals companies cut to get names like “Oracle Park” and “Chase Center” on sports arenas.

Who owns the Salesforce Transit Center?

the Transbay Joint Powers AuthoritySalesforce Transit Center opened to the public on August 11, 2018. The transit center is owned and operated by the Transbay Joint Powers Authority. Salesforce has acquired a 25-year sponsorship for naming and signage rights.

How much did the Salesforce Transit Center cost?

Cost and Funding The total cost of the Salesforce Transit Center is $2.2 billon. Funding for the project includes federal grants, proceeds from the sale of state property in the area, loans, and regional and local sources.

Is the Salesforce park worth visiting?

Beautiful view and lovely gardens. Lots of free activities for the public to enjoy. There is a large Starbucks there for coffee/snacks or you could bring your lunch and enjoy it on the amphitheater lawn. Just a great overall experience.

How do I access a garden in Salesforce?

The easiest way to access it by elevator is via the elevators on the south side of 1st St. The easiest way to access it by escalator is from the Grand Hall. Those escalators touch down on the Bus Deck, and if the visitors walk forward to the next group of escalators, those will take them to the Park.

Where is the Salesforce gondola?

San Francisco has a new addition to its skyline. The 1,100-foot-tall office building and adjacent multimodal Salesforce Transit Center downtown are now open. A 5-acre city park rests atop the transit center, with a gondola connecting the plaza of the tower to the rooftop park.

What is Salesforce Transit Center?

The Salesforce Transit Center will become the “Grand Central Station” of the west, a fully integrated transit hub capable of getting people to any major destination in the region from one central location using only public transportation.

When was the Transbay terminal opened?

The original Transbay Terminal at First and Mission streets, opened in 1939 and was a regional transit hub for over 60 years. It was closed in 2010 to make way for a new world-class transit center that will serve the region.

Visiting the Transit Center

At 425 Mission Street in San Francisco’s SOMA District. The building covers nearly four city blocks with multiple entrances. It’s bordered by Beale Street, Minna Street, 2nd Street, and Natoma Street.

Transit Operations

AC Transit, Greyhound, Muni 25-Treasure Island, and WestCAT operate from the Level 3 Bus Deck.

Facilities

To report or inquire about a lost or found item, please contact TJPA at 415-597-5000 or by emailing [email protected] .

Policies

A guide dog, signal dog, or other animal specifically trained to provide assistance to an individual with a disability is permitted to accompany that individual to areas of the facility where customers are normally allowed to go. Only service animals are permitted in the Park.

Events and Permits

How can I keep up-to-date on activities, openings, free events, special deals and more?

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Transit Center Highlights

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The Salesforce Transit Center will become the “Grand Central Station” of the west, a fully integrated transit hub capable of getting people to any major destination in the region from one central location using only public transportation. The major project elements include: 1. Two-block-long bus deck with direct freeway access f…
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Partnering with The SFMTA

  • The Transbay Joint Powers Authority (TJPA) manages and operates the Salesforce Transit Center. As a partner agency, SFMTA provided technical support and design input for the project with transit power infrastructure for Muni buses and the design of the street level bus plaza. SFMTA traffic engineering has and will continue to help guide construction on city streets for ne…
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Project History

  • The original Transbay Terminal at First and Mission streets, opened in 1939 and was a regional transit hub for over 60 years. It was closed in 2010 to make way for a new world-class transit center that will serve the region. While construction of the new Salesforce Transit Center took place, a Temporary Transbay Terminal served Muni and AC Transit for 8 years, ensuring our cus…
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Funding

  • Funding for the project is provided through TJPA and includes federal grants, proceeds from the sale of state property in the area, loans and local (SF) sources.
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