San Francisco LGBTQ Walking Tour with Local Guide

Explore the LGBT history of the Castro on foot during this walking tour. Follow your informative local guide through the famous neighborhood while learning about the local landmarks and historical sites. Be inspired by the rich, diverse history of this iconic district and its continuing role as an epicenter of LGBT activism and events.

Guided walking tour through the Castro neighborhood

Learn about the history and culture of San Francisco

Walk by Harvey Milk’s former residence and camera shop, as well as the Harvey Milk Plaza

See the Rainbow Honor Walk Project and the Pink Triangle Memorial Park
Visit the AIDS Quilt Names Projects original site
Informative narrative from your local guide

What To Expect

The Castro

Come cruise the Castro on this fun and comprehensive 2-hour tour! Celebrating 30 years of walking with PRIDE, Cruisin’ the Castro Walking Tour is San Francisco’s premier tour company!

Learn about LGBTQ culture, diversity and the lack of civil rights in America. Explore the many historical sights that has shaped a community as well as, a world wide culture. No other tour offers over 20 historical sites that span from the Gold Rush, World War II, civil rights leader, Harvey Milk, the AIDS epidemic, the Rainbow Honor Walk and beyond!

Cruisin’ the Castro Walking Tours is conducted by a long time local resident, historian and community activist. Recognized as a TripAdvisor “Hall of Fame” member since 2011!
2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Harvey Milk Plaza

Learn how Harvey Milk arrived and became the 1st openly gay male politician to serve public office in United States and a Civil Rights Activist. Find out how the rainbow flag was created!
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Human Rights Campaign Action Center and Store

Harvey Milk’s original camera shop, campaign headquarters and resident. It is now the home of the Human Rights Campaign Action Center and Store. Learn how LGBTQ people do not have equal rights in employment, housing and public accommodations today.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Highlight

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Tours operate rain or shine
Wheelchair accessible
Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 2 travelers

Include

Local guide

Exclude

Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off

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