Unfolding the Financial District: A San Francisco Chronicle Self-Guided Tour
Overview
Take in the Financial District at your own pace with this affordable walking tour created by the San Francisco Chronicle.
• See the neighborhood's often overlooked sites including an ornate office building that's only 20 feet wide, and hidden gargoyles and walruses
• Hear from John King, the San Francisco Chronicle's urban design critic, as he guides you around the Financial District
• 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
- VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
- Lifetime access to this tour in English
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- Food/Drink
- Smartphone and headphones
- Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
- Transportation
Meeting Location
McKesson Plaza
1 Post Street, San Francisco, CA 94104, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Hallidie Building (pass by)
130 Montgomery St (pass by)
Russ Building (pass by)
555 California St (pass by)
580 California Street (pass by)
Omni San Francisco Hotel (pass by)
456 Montgomery St (pass by)
Transamerica Pyramid (pass by)
San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park Ships at Hyde Street Pier (pass by)
311 California Street (pass by)
Stock Exchange Tower Associates (pass by)
Adam Grant Building (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Activity code: C-110804P435
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- VoiceMap App for Android and iOS.
- Lifetime access to this tour in English.
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata.
- Food/Drink.
- Smartphone and headphones.
- Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route.
- 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 Unfolding the Financial District: A San Francisco Chronicle Self-Guided Tour is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Unfolding the Financial District: 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
- VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
- Lifetime access to this tour in English
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- Food/Drink
- Smartphone and headphones
- Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
- Transportation
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
