Gateway to the City Walking Tour by Walk SF Tours



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Duration: 3h 30m
Location: San Francisco, CA United States | San Francisco, United States


Category: Tours & Sightseeing

Highlights:
San Francisco's major sights & iconic neighborhoods by foot
Vibrant districts like Chinatown, North Beach & Union Square
Boats, sea lions & seafood restaurants of Fisherman's Wharf
City landmarks like the Aquatic Park & Ghirardelli Square
Little-known attractions & a coffee stop at a famous cafe

Inclusions:
Guided walking tour of San Francisco
A coffee and pastry stop in a locals-only North Beach coffee shop

Description:

Tighten your shoelaces and set out with an intrepid local guide for an on-foot exploration of San Francisco’s most iconic landmarks and vibrant neighborhoods. The city's small footprint and density of attractions make a walking tour the perfect way to fill in the sights.

Meet your guide amid the retail bustle and urban buzz of Union Square. Window shop as you walk around downtown’s skyscrapers toward the Dragon Gate that marks the entrance to Chinatown—the most historic Chinatown in North America. Admire the pagoda-style architecture of the district’s buildings and breathe in the aroma of freshly baked fortune cookies before emerging into North Beach, San Francisco’s Little Italy and one-time home of the Beat Movement.

Stroll past charming sidewalk cafes in Jack Kerouac’s footsteps, making your way toward historic Fisherman’s Wharf, where seafood restaurants line the waterfront, sailboats bob offshore, and barking sea lions crowd together on Pier 39. Spot the swimming beach and 1920s bathhouse of the Aquatic Park—a National Historic Landmark with views of the Golden Gate Bridge. Snap a photo of the brightly lit sign above Ghirardelli Square, and trek up the sidewalk of endearingly crooked Lombard Street, which twists and switchbacks its way up Russian Hill.

Along the way, your guide shares entertaining anecdotes and historical insight about the city, and guides you into unusual and little-known gems like a Gold Rush museum housed inside of a bank. A detour for coffee and snacks at one of SF’s most famous cafes lets you absorb some of the city’s culinary culture while you pick up more tips from your attentive local expert.



Cancellation Policy: 4 days
Know before you book: This tour is not recommended for children 12 and younger due to the amount of walking involved., You must be in good physical condition and able to walk for upwards of 3 hours (there is a significant amount of walking involved)., At least 3 people are required for this activity to take place., Check-in is 10 minutes prior to the booked activity start time.

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