Over the Rainbow in the Castro: A San Francisco Chronicle Self-Guided Tour
Overview
Discover San Francisco’s Castro neighborhood and its rich history with this affordable, self-paced walking tour.
• Find out all about the queer predecessors who paved the way for everything from marriage equality to the popularity of the drag art form
• Hear from Tony Bravo, the San Francisco Chronicle's Arts & Culture writer, as he guides you around the Castro neighborhood
• Do it all in an hour or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish
• Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it
• Use the virtual tour option at home
Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code.
The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.
What's Included
- Lifetime access to this tour in English
- VoiceMap app for Android and iOS
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
- Food and Drink
- Smartphone and headphones
- Transportation
Meeting Location
Jane Warner Plaza
San Francisco, CA 94114, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
San Francisco
CA 94114, USA
This self-guided audio tour ends in the Harvey Milk Plaza.
What To Expect
Book Online
Safe & secure Easy breezy Hassle‑free
The Castro (pass by)
Jane Warner Plaza (pass by)
Twin Peaks Tavern (pass by)
Castro Theatre (pass by)
Moby Dick (pass by)
Rainbow Honor Walk (pass by)
Castro Camera (pass by)
Harvey Milk Civil Rights Academy (pass by)
GLBT Historical Society Museum (pass by)
Harvey Milk Plaza (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Over the Rainbow in the Castro: A San Francisco Chronicle Self-Guided Tour?
Cancellation Policy
Still have questions?
We're here to help.
Activity code: C-110804P533
Traveler Photos
Reviews
Average 4.00 out of 5 stars based on 2 traveler reviews collected by City Balloon Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
Additional Info
Similar Tours & Activities
Golden Gate Bridge Sailing Tour
Have a once-in-a-lifetime experience by sailing under and around the iconic Golden Gate Bridge. Sail off to the Golden Gate Bridge and enjoy panoramic views...
$129
This Brewery and Winery tour will take you to the best wineries as well as the most iconic breweries in Sonoma County. Our years of...
$765
This is it! The one and only Alcatraz Night Tour from Alcatraz City Cruises. As compared to the Day Tour, it may feel a little...
$169
Private festive discovery begins in the historic heart of San Francisco. You will explore elegant streets illuminated by seasonal lights and cultural traditions. Historic architecture...
$399
Have a once-in-a-lifetime experience by sailing under and around the iconic Golden Gate Bridge. Sail off to the Golden Gate Bridge and enjoy panoramic views...
$129
This Brewery and Winery tour will take you to the best wineries as well as the most iconic breweries in Sonoma County. Our years of...
$765
This is it! The one and only Alcatraz Night Tour from Alcatraz City Cruises. As compared to the Day Tour, it may feel a little...
$169
Private festive discovery begins in the historic heart of San Francisco. You will explore elegant streets illuminated by seasonal lights and cultural traditions. Historic architecture...
$399
Travelers Who Bought This Tour Also Bought
San Francisco Golden Gate Bay Cruise
Experience San Francisco’s iconic waterfront with the original San Francisco Bay sightseeing cruise company, family owned and operated since 1892. Departing from Pier 43½ at...
$39
See San Francisco’s top sights the easy way with Big Bus Tours. We offer the most comprehensive tour with over 17 hop-on hop-off locations spanning...
$56
San Francisco City Lights Cruise
See San Francisco sparkle on the San Francisco City Lights Cruise, a relaxing 2-hour evening cruise on the Bay. Sail beneath the Golden Gate Bridge,...
$58
Brave San Francisco’s dark and ghostly past on a real ghost hunt down historic alleys. You’ll use modern ghost hunting gear, including your own EMF...
$55
Experience San Francisco’s iconic waterfront with the original San Francisco Bay sightseeing cruise company, family owned and operated since 1892. Departing from Pier 43½ at...
$39
See San Francisco’s top sights the easy way with Big Bus Tours. We offer the most comprehensive tour with over 17 hop-on hop-off locations spanning...
$56
See San Francisco sparkle on the San Francisco City Lights Cruise, a relaxing 2-hour evening cruise on the Bay. Sail beneath the Golden Gate Bridge,...
$58
Brave San Francisco’s dark and ghostly past on a real ghost hunt down historic alleys. You’ll use modern ghost hunting gear, including your own EMF...
$55
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
Filter by:
- Lifetime access to this tour in English.
- VoiceMap app for Android and iOS.
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata.
- Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route.
- Food and Drink.
- Smartphone and headphones.
- Transportation.
The minimum age to participate is 6..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Over the Rainbow in the Castro: A San Francisco Chronicle Self-Guided Tour is as follows:
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Over the Rainbow in the Castro: A San Francisco Chronicle Self-Guided Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Lifetime access to this tour in English
- VoiceMap app for Android and iOS
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
- Food and Drink
- Smartphone and headphones
- Transportation
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
