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San Francisco Full-Day Tour by Cable Car & Foot

4.7(225)Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 225 reviews8 hFree cancellationBy Real San Francisco Tours
Walk down Lombard Street.

About this activity

Our SF in a Day tour will take you places that no other San Francisco tour does, traversing the city by cable-car, rail & bus to visit enchanted gardens, secret stairs & glorious rooftop vistas, creating an unforgettable experience. You’ll avoid crowds at the tourist hot-spots, while experiencing the culture of SF & learning its history.

We’ll start your tour near the Embarcadero & take the cable-car up to Nob Hill. From there we go to City Hall (or Cable Car Museum) &, after going inside, we can grab a coffee in Hayes Valley.

After that we head to the Castro, then walk through Dolores Park. We finish the morning part of the tour in the Haight, it's a great place to get some lunch.

After that we take you to see an icon of San Francisco, the Painted Ladies. That's followed by a walk down another SF icon, Lombard Street. We finish the tour with a walk through North Beach & Chinatown. By then you’ll have had a fantastic experience of SF & made some beautiful memories to take home.

What's included

  • ✓All Metro travel is included ($20 value)
  • ✓Tour Guide
  • ✓2 cable car rides and 1 journey on the historic streetcar included (if possible)..

Not included

  • ✕Gratuities not included, because voluntary. If you enjoy tour please allow 15-20%.
  • ✕Lunch/Snacks are not included.

Meeting and pickup

  • The guide will be checking in guests at the cable car station on the corner of Market and Drumm Street (by the Robert Frost marker), from 15 minutes before the tour is due to begin. Be sure to allow extra time for traffic and finding parking. We CANNOT wait for latecomers, there are other guests.

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Aim to get to the meeting point 10-15 minutes early. If you’re late you will miss the tour.
  • This tour is not recommended for children under 12 y.o.
  • By making a booking for this tour you agree to be bound by Real San Francisco Tours terms of service.
  • Please note cable car and streetcar operations can be affected by events and technical issues beyond our control.
  • Please check dates/times carefully BEFORE making a booking.
  • Tour includes a 45 minute to 1 hours lunch break in Haight-Ashbury (at guest's own expense). All types of diet can be accommodated.
  • This is a walking tour and we move at a reasonable pace, climbing several hills and sets of steps. It’s not suitable for people with mobility issues. Guests walk 4-5 miles. over the day.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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