City Heights & Jungles Hiking Tour by Urban Hiker San Francisco



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Duration: 3h
Location: San Francisco, CA United States | San Francisco, United States


Category: Adventures

Highlights:
Active exploration of urban trails, stairways & hidden parks
Victorian homes & historic theater in the Castro district
Eclectic Gilded Age Clarke mansion & Seward Street Slides
Sweeping city & bay views from the top of Twin Peaks
Passionate local guide leads you on little-known routes

Inclusions:
Guided walking tour of the Castro and Twin Peaks

Description:

Venture from sunny streets of the Castro to the eucalyptus-capped hills of Twin Peaks on this on-foot exploration of San Francisco’s urban green spaces and historic neighborhoods. Trek up hidden staircases, pass by charming homes, and go for a spin on the tucked-away Seward Street Slides.

Meet your guide in front of the historic Castro Theatre, a 1922 movie palace known for its luxurious interiors and iconic marquee. Stroll past lively bars and restaurants as you learn about this vibrant neighborhood, past and present. An unfashionable pocket of farms and dirt roads known as Eureka Valley during California’s Gold Rush days, the Castro today is one of the city’s trendiest districts and a hub of the local LGBT scene.

Learn about the civil rights activism of the 1960s and ‘70s as you admire colorful Victorians, and make your way to the Gilded Age mansion of Irish policeman Alfred “Nobby” Clarke. Admire the turrets, gables, and flamboyant details of this elaborate estate, which cost $100,000 to build back in 1892.

Detour to a miniature park off Seward Street, where you can grab a piece of cardboard and zip down a pair of concrete slides before clambering up unmarked trails and staircases to scenic viewpoints atop 3 different hills. From Kite Hill, Tank Hill, and Twin Peaks—the second tallest point in the city—you can take in stunning panoramas over downtown, the Golden Gate Bridge, and the hazy hills of Marin across the bay.



Cancellation Policy: 72 hours
Know before you book: This tour is not recommended for children under 13; children are allowed, but must be able to hike 4–5 miles (6–8 km)., The tour route covers 4–5 miles (6–8 km) at a moderate pace, and includes lots of stairs. You must be able to climb and descend stairs and walk on uneven or unpaved surfaces., At least 2 people are required for this activity to take place., Maximum group size is 15 people.

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