The Icons of SF tour starts at Alamo Square, where we'll introduce you to the Painted Ladies, beautiful Victorian houses perfectly framed against the San Francisco skyline. After that we walk through the fun Fillmore District before catching a bus to Russian Hill and the next icon, Lombard Street (passing the house used in the movie Mrs Doubtfire). On our tour you'll walk down the 'crookedest street in the world' ‘ the best way of avoiding traffic AND getting the best photos. From there we stroll into North Beach, one of SF's most historic, picturesque and fascinating neighborhoods. We can even stop for refreshments in one of the great cafes or bars there. From there it's just a short walk to the final icon. SF's Chinatown is the oldest in the U.S., and its design has been copied by other Chinatowns all over the world. It's where the city started and is the perfect place to end your tour, because it has some of the best restaurants in the city.
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What To Expect
Painted Ladies
Get the best view of one of the most famous icons of SF – the Painted Ladies, beautiful Victorian houses.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Fillmore District
See this trendy, fun, neighborhood.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Russian Hill
One of the legendary 7 hills of San Francisco and offering great views of the bay and Alcatraz.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Lombard Street
Walk down the crookedest street in the world. It’s the best way to see it.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Coit Tower
Get some great views of this icon of SF.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
North Beach
Walk through the streets of our Little Italy. It’s a beautiful, historic neighborhood, full of great bars, cafes and restaurants. And a great bookshop.
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Chinatown
The first Chinatown in the US and the one responsible for the design of all other Chinatowns. It’s also where the city was born. Walk the streets and learn the neighborhood’s history
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Highlight
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
Aim to get to the meeting point 10-15 minutes early. If you’re late you will miss the tour.
By making a booking for this tour you agree to be bound by Real San Francisco Tours terms of service.
This tour is not recommended for children under 15 y.o.
Please check dates/times carefully BEFORE making a booking.
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.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
Include
All Metro travel is included.
We donate $1 for every guest to a non-profit, Climate Cents.
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Exclude
Gratuities not included, because voluntary. If you enjoy tour please allow 15-20%.