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On this afternoon tour you'll get to sample local foods and meet vendors of sustainable produce at the Ferry Building Marketplace while experiencing the building's history and architecture. Explore San Francisco's fascinating economic boom cycles while walking the Financial District with its contrast of modern skyscrapers and historic 19th century structures. You will get the facts and legends of the 1849 gold rush that gave meteoric rise to the city. Then soak up the city's entertaining history while sipping a drink in one of San Francisco's landmark local pubs. Mix with locals and wander around eclectic urban parks with inspiring sculptures and impressive views.
First we'll visit the historic Ferry Building, the terminal for ferries travelling San Francisco Bay as well as an important market. You'll get to meet the stallholders and try some of their wares. Then we'll walk around the city's Financial District where we'll visit an interactive Gold Rush Museum as we learn all about the area's chequered history. Finally, after a drink in one of district’s many quirky pubs, we'll pay a visit to Yerba Buena Park, one of SF's finest, with towering redwood trees, fountains, and inspiring sculptures.
This walking tour starts every day at 13:00 and takes around 3 ½ hours. We meet at Ferry Building Marketplace, meet outside the clock tower entrance. The tour ends at 16:30 at Yerba Buena gardens. Please remember to wear comfortable walking shoes and to dress for the weather.
Ferry Building Marketplace, meet outside the clock tower entrance (Address: One Ferry Building).
Hours & minutesApproximately 3.5 hours.
Start or opening time13:00 h.
End or closing time16:30 h at Yerba Buena Gardens.
ParticipantsMaximum number 12 persons
Minimum number 1 person
PositionIs there any parking? Is it on the street, private or public? Yes, private pay lots.
Is it possible to get there by public transport? Yes.
List each mean of public transportion and the stop's name F Line Street Car.
Distance from the venue to the stop 30 meters.
Guides & companionsIs it done with a guide, a driver and/or an instructor? Local guide.
Which languages do guide/instructors speak? English.
Which is the guide/guest ratio? 1 tour guide per 12 passengers.
Are they trained in CPR/First Aid? First Aid.
Shopping informationAre credit/debit cards accepted? Which ones? Visa and Mastercard.
Are any commercial stops made during the tour? No.
Content & Specialized itemsAre additional items needed? Which ones are included? English speaking guide and 1 select drink included.
List the specific clothing required Comfortable walking shoes. San Francisco's weather can change quickly in a day so layers of clothing for a variety of conditions is recommended.
MealsIs lunch/dinner included on this tour? No.
DrinksAre drinks included? Only 1 select drink is included.
Restroom InformationList all venues where restrooms are available Ferry Building, midway stop restaurant, Palace Hotel, Yerba Buena Gardens.
Which of them are accessible by wheelchair? All.
Are there any restroom-only stops during the tour? Yes.
Physical conditionWhat is the fitness level required? Reasonable level of fitness is required.
Would people with limited mobility have accessibility problems? (to the vehicle, to the restaurant,...) No.
Is it feasible for wheelchair-confined persons? Yes.
What type of paving does it have? (flat, uneven...) Mostly paved sidewalks, a few ramps and uneven sidewalk.
How much walking is required? (km, meters) No.
AdvisoriesWhich currencies are accepted? American dollars.
Which is the minimum/maximum age to participate? (for all or each one of the activities) Children must be 6 years of age to 11 years inclusively and must be accompanied by an adult. Children below the age of 6 are not permitted on this tour.
Is a waiver required for participation? No.
Others Please present your voucher to the local guide at the beginning of the trip.
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