Haight Ashbury Walking Tour – SF's Bohemian Past

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2 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Skip the guide books and research and enjoy an in-depth exploration San Francisco’s Haight-Ashbury neighborhood, and the “Summer of Love,” on this small-group guided walking tour. Follow your guide around the colorful area, with stops at the former homes of key musicians, and hear fascinating tales from the area’s bohemian past along the way.

Hear stories and insights you’re unlikely to discover on your own
Water, along with sunscreen and phone chargers (upon request) provided
Small group offers a more relaxed pace and time to ask questions
Short morning tour leaves the rest of your day free for other activities

What's Included

An immersive walk through the center of the Summer of Love.
Bottled water

Water, sunscreen and phone charger available upon request.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

1300 Haight St, San Francisco, CA 94117, USA
We meet at the corner of Haight St and Central Ave where your guide Greg will be waiting for you.

End point

Haight-Ashbury, San Francisco, CA 94117, USA
The tour ends at the iconic corner of Haight & Ashbury

Itinerary

Janis Joplin house

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Hells Angels House

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Haight-Ashbury

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Buena Vista Park

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed

Near public transportation
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews

5.0

based on 39 reviews

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Fun music themed tour of Haight Ashbury

Allison_A, Aug 2026

My daughter and I thoroughly enjoyed Greg’s tour! We loved the music themed tour and also learned a lot about Haight Ashbury and the counter culture overall. Highly recommend!

Response from Host, Aug 2026

Thank you Allison 🙏

A Great Tour of a Profound Time in U.S. history

tom_o, Aug 2026

A walk through the colorful past of San Francisco’s “Summer of Love.” 1967 brought great change to the American Landscape when a counter culture tornado hit the shores called the “Summer of Love.” The walking tour through its past by tour guide Greg serves as a “ boots on the ground” opportunity to sense, see, smell and savor that tremendous era in U.S. history. What I found most valuable is when Tour Guide Greg would relate observations of past guests of the tour who had relatives or experiences relating to the “Summer of Love.” This is a great teaching technique in that audience participation of relevant past experiences can make the tour come alive. So, instead of the Tour Guide droning on and on and on the experiences of a current or past guest can be discussed making the tour more relatable for all. A good teacher uses all learning devices to make the class work and so does a tour guide. Bottom line: the walking tour through the “Summer of Love” is a practical way to learn about a profound time in U. S. cultural history.

Response from Host, Aug 2026

Thanks Tom, delighted you got so much out of it! Really appreciate the kind review.

Long live the 60’s! So much fun!!!

Jamie_b, Apr 2026

A FANTASTIC walking tour! We learned so much about the why life was like during the counter culture explosion. A must do!!!!

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you Jaime 🙏

Great Walk in Haight-Ashbury

Robin_S, Apr 2026

Super fun walk around the Haight. Greg was a very engaging tour guide. Loved the addition of audio and video on the tour, via a portable speaker and iPad!

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you Robin, pleasure to meet you both!

Go With Greg!!

Paul_R, Mar 2026

Only a moderate amount of walking. Some uphill, so wear appropriate shoes. You might also want to pick the best "off tourist" time to do the tour as Haight-Ashbury can get crowded.

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Glad you enjoyed.

Informational tour, highly recommend Greg

Denise_N, Sep 2025

The guide Greg was very informational on the trip. He took time out for each and every member of our group. Checked in with the group multiple times to make sure everyone was doing OK. Learned the history of San Francisco and Haight Ashbury area. Made recommendations for our stay in the area. Very descriptive and at a very good pace. Would highly recommend.

Response from Host, Sep 2025

Thanks Denise, really nice to meet you guys and glad you enjoyed!

Great tour for music fans.

Jeff_L, Sep 2025

Craig is great, friendly and fun tour guide. Content was not just the typical, knowledge, he covers some behind the scenes people you probably never heard of.

Response from Host, Sep 2025

Thank you Jeff 🙏

Engaging Educational Stroll

Kathy_L, Aug 2025

Relaxing stroll through several blocks, learning the music, hippie, and architectural history of the Haight-Ashbury neighborhood. Engaging stories, "opportune" picture opportunities, and an emailed recap. Knowledgeable and personable Guide!

Response from Host, Aug 2025

Appreciate it Kathy, glad you enjoyed!

Fantastic tour guide

Geoffrey_S, Aug 2025

Greg was so informative about the history of SF & Haight Ashbury- he is a hidden treasure We walked & talked for over an 1 1/2 Really enjoyed this tour

Response from Host, Aug 2025

Thanks so much Geoff, you guys were wonderful!

Haight Ashbury Tour

Elaine_A, Jul 2025

If anyone is interested in the history of the Haight Ashbury mid 60’s Greg is the one to tell you the story. The tour he gave us was awesome! He was very kind and considerate of our ability to navigate a few hills(I’m 74), and asked if we needed water, sunscreen , etc. Very thoughtful. I urge anyone interested in this counter culture movement to seek Greg and the tour out!