Transamerica Pyramid facts for kids

Transamerican Pyramid, 2008

The Transamerica Pyramid is the tallest skyscraper in the San Francisco skyline and one of its most iconic. The building is the headquarters of the Transamerica Corporation, it is still strongly part of the company and is part of the company's logo. Designed by architect William Pereira and built by Hathaway Dinwiddie Construction Company, at 260 m (850 ft). When the building was finished in 1972 it was among the five tallest buildings in the world. The tower has no public access except for the first floor lobby, so this means that visitors cannot go to the top for a skyline view.

Images for kids

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  The Redwood Park on the grounds of the Transamerica Pyramid at dusk

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  Full-length view from Coit Tower (2006)

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  Base

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  From San Francisco Bay (2017)

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  Steep aerial view, featuring spire (2016)

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  Nighttime illumination, with Columbus Tower (2017)

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  Viewed from 555 California (2009)

See also

In Spanish: Pirámide Transamerica para niños