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Rena_P, Jul 2026
Quick Terrific Tour of San Francisco
The whole trip was great but a highlight for us was the stop at the fort that the Golden Gate bridge is built over and the drive down Lombard Street. Trevor was very knowledgeable and shared his knowledge and his quirky sense of humor readily. This was perfect for us because there was not a lot of on and off the bus yet the open air bus allows great views. The tour with Trevor was great!
Joanne_B, Jun 2026
Safe, reliable and friendly.
All information Viator sends, once you have made the booking is sent straight away.
Exact location using maps.
Really good price for such a detailed trip.
Viator drivers are so kind and friendly such an asset to company.
Aaron was our guide and he was truly amazing, knowledgeable, friendly.
Had a great day out. Thanks Aaron.
Tamara_W, Jun 2026
it's a long day, so folks...
it's a long day, so folks should be prepared for that some hills and stairs that will need to be climbed. But overall, it was great.
Jaime was awesome very informative. Lots of good inside information. It was nice because there was only two of us so we actually had a private tour.
max, Apr 2026
This was an experience...
This was an experience like no other! Chad was my driver and he was very engaging and uplifting that it didn’t feel like he was reading a script. You can tell he love what he does. I would recommend this tour to everyone who has the chance to do so! He really is a local who will show you all of the good spots. Shout out to Lily (the van) for pushing through and get us to our destination safely!
Kristin_G, Apr 2026
Our favorite experience on our San Francisco trip!
The owner is FABULOUS! He has a great way of sharing history and is excellent at connecting with his guests and telling the best stories. I love the details of the house and how well preserved the home is. My 14 year old daughter also loved the experience. George left a lasting impression on her (on both of us, but at 14, she was really impacted). She observed how kind and generous he is and what an amazing life he has that is enriched by a variety of people in all areas of life. It is inspirational to see how kindness really does come back in the most pleasant and unexpected ways. Thank you, George, for your incredible hospitality. My only regret is that I did not bring my whole family. We will begin planning our next SF trip and this will be on the top of our list!
Tess_G, Mar 2026
Great tour! Highly recommend!
Wow! Linda is amazing! Getting a tour of Chinatown from a Chinatown native was so valuable. She knew such cool old stories and facts about the people of Chinatown. My sisters, Mom and I did a Saturday morning tour and it was the highlight of our vacation. Thank you, Linda! You were wonderful!
Tamara_L, Feb 2026
Do it! Super cool
Fun trip to Alcatraz. Thought it would be more behind the scenes but was a cattle car of about 200 people on the ferry and in the exhibit. Great to go at night. Makes it a bit more creepy. Big walk up a hill. If you have mobility issues they have a tram for you. Dress in layers. Time in the cell block is an audio headset. Easy to go at your own pace.
Barb_G, Feb 2026
Awesanova!
Alcatraz was terrific. We were a little concerned we wouldnt make the ferry in time and they said no problem that they would honor our tickets on the next ferry trip.
We also upgraded to the E bikes for the day and had an outstanding time going over the Golden Gate Bridge, and into Sausalito for a wonderful meal at Soma and returned our bikes about 5 o’clock in the afternoon.
Tarah_K, Sep 2025
Super cool/ informative
My mother, kids and I never knew this existed so once I saw it pop up for places to explore in SF I HAD to go! It's very informative with super cool originals of things Walt did/ wrote/ created. My fav part was that it's in an old Army barracks because it gives more history and they're really nice buildings in a great location. Parking was also very affordable compared to other parking lots. Everyone in my family loved it as well even my younger kids:)
Samantha_P, Aug 2025
Excellent ghost hunt/tour!
Christian is an amazing tour guide and extremely knowledgeable about the history of the area. He let's you know what is fact and what is fiction, but keeps it all entertaining! The walk is smooth enough and the value is beyond belief. This is an outstanding tour and I cannot recommend it enough. If you're in the San Francisco area, you should take this tour. You won't regret it.
Deborah_A, Aug 2025
Dale+++
Dale had many great anecdotes about this cultural area. How it evolved, its colorful characters, back alleys. It came alive. He made sure food portions were ample and we were comfortable. We were a large group but what do you expect in August. Highly recommend.
Erin_H, Jul 2025
E-bike City Tour with Adam
Adam led our family of 6 plus other travelers on an educational & fun tour of the city. Adam did a great job of making us feel safe riding bikes through the streets of San Francisco. The e-bikes were a lot of fun and helped us cover many of the different San Francisco neighborhoods. Adam is very passionate about the city and its history.
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San Francisco packs a ton of consequential history in its relatively young 250-or-so years. Historical tours in San Francisco are the best way to hear engaging stories about the City by the Bay's rich, layered past, from the immigration waves of the 19th and 20th centuries to Gilded Age scandals and the counterculture and Civil Rights movements. Since many of these tours explore SF's historically ethnic neighborhoods, the fun history lessons are often paired with food tastings.
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