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San Francisco Full-Day Tour by Cable Car & Foot

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San Francisco, USA
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8 hours (approx.)
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Overview

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)
  • 2 cable car rides and 1 journey on the historic streetcar included (if possible)..
  • Tour Guide
  • Gratuities not included, because voluntary. If you enjoy tour please allow 15-20%.
  • Lunch/Snacks are not included.
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

San Francisco
CA 94105, USA

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End point

Chinatown
San Francisco, CA, USA

Tour ends in Chinatown, about 10 minutes walk from the meeting point. Guide can make recommendations for dinner in the area or for other things to do.

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The Embarcadero

Your guide will help you orient yourselves, by telling you the history and background of the Ferry Building and downtown San Francisco.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Nob Hill

Take the cable car up steep Nob Hill to see the grand mansions of the San Francisco's first millionaires.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Cable Car Museum

enjoy this fascinating museum about SF's most famous transport feature, which is also the site of the machinery which runs the system (weekends).
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

San Francisco City Hall

Go inside our beautiful City Hall and learn about the important events which took place there (weekdays).
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Hayes Valley

See this picturesque new area, near the San Francisco Civic Center, with it's collection of great street art and small coffee shops.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Mission Dolores Park

One of the loveliest parks in SF and possessing great views of downtown.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

The Castro

Experience this historic neighborhood, hugely important in the LGBTQ movement, of which San Francisco is a world-wide symbol.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Haight-Ashbury

This is where the hippie, anti-Vietnam War, movement really started in the 1960's. The neighborhood still maintains much of that same aesthetic (as well as being a great place to have lunch).
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Painted Ladies

An icon of San Francisco. What trip here would be complete without seeing these beautiful, Victorian houses, with their amazing views of SF?
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Lombard Street

One of our most famous landmarks, we walk down the steep, curved street - and you'll get some great photos for Instagram.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

North Beach

Walk through this historical neighborhood, San Francisco's very own Little Italy.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Chinatown

We finish your tour in San Francisco's famous Chinatown, with a visit to a back street fortune cookie maker. What better way to end your amazing day in SF.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • 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.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the San Francisco Full-Day Tour by Cable Car & Foot?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (PST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • All Metro travel is included ($20 value)
  • 2 cable car rides and 1 journey on the historic streetcar included (if possible)..
  • Tour Guide
  • Gratuities not included, because voluntary. If you enjoy tour please allow 15-20%.
  • Lunch/Snacks are not included.

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • 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.
  • 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 tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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