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Gold Rush to Golden Gate: Self-Guided Tour of San Francisco

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San Francisco, US
4.8 (4)
San Francisco, US
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Embrace the vibrant city of San Francisco on a self-guided tour like no other. Join professional tour guide and city insider, Brad Prickett, as he takes you on a journey through the rich history and iconic attractions that make this city so special. With GPS-activated audio playing on your phone, you'll learn captivating stories while exploring San Francisco's waterfront and crossing the legendary Golden Gate Bridge. Drive at your own pace and immerse yourself in the tales of scoundrels, visionaries, and the founders of this extraordinary city. From the stunning views at Coit Tower to the bustling Pier 39 and the historic Ghirardelli Square, each step will unveil a new adventure. Don't miss the chance to visit Alcatraz Island, the Palace of Fine Arts Theatre, and the renowned Cable Car Museum. Create memories that will last a lifetime on this unforgettable Gold Rush to Golden Gate self-guided tour.

About this experience

  • Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
  • Admission Not Included
  • 2 hours - 8 hours
  • Suitable for 1-9 Participants
  • Private Tour
  • & Audio GuidedSelf Guided Experience
  • GPS-activated audio guide on your phone
  • Colorful history and top attractions of San Francisco
  • Drive the tour at your own pace
  • Panoramic views from Coit Tower
  • Shopping and restaurants at Pier 39
  • Available for three days after purchase
  • Easy pause and play to go at your own pace
  • Gps-activated audio app that plays on your phone
  • Local insider narration and special guest interviews
  • Transportation
  • Meals or beverages
  • Tickets to attractions or alcatraz
  • Tolls

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Introduction

Welcome to the Gold Rush to Golden Gate: Self-Guided Tour of San Francisco! Hosted by professional tour guide and city insider, Brad Prickett, this tour offers a unique and immersive experience of the vibrant city of San Francisco.

What to expect?

Embark on a journey through San Francisco's rich history and iconic landmarks as GPS-activated audio plays automatically on your phone, guiding you along the way. Learn fascinating stories about the city's founders, scoundrels, and visionaries as you explore the top attractions along the waterfront and cross the world-famous Golden Gate Bridge.

Who is this for?

This self-guided tour is perfect for all travelers who want the flexibility to explore at their own pace. Whether you're a history enthusiast, a nature lover, or simply someone who wants to uncover the hidden gems of San Francisco, this tour is designed to cater to a wide range of interests.

Why book this?

Immerse yourself in the rich history and vibrant culture of San Francisco with the guidance of a local insider. This self-guided tour allows you to have complete control over your itinerary, ensuring that you can spend as much time as you desire at each location. The GPS-activated audio app on your phone provides a seamless and immersive experience, allowing you to learn about the city's fascinating past while enjoying the breathtaking views of the Golden Gate Bridge.

Good to know

With this tour, you'll have access to the GPS-activated audio app for three days after purchase, allowing you to explore San Francisco at your own convenience. The app also offers an easy pause and play feature, so you can take breaks or delve deeper into the stories that intrigue you. Please note that transportation, meals, tickets to attractions or Alcatraz, and tolls are not included in this package.

Reviews

Previous travelers have been captivated by the immersive experience provided by the Gold Rush to Golden Gate: Self-Guided Tour of San Francisco. They praise the informative narration provided by the local insider, Brad Prickett, and appreciate the flexibility to explore the city's attractions at their own pace. Many have raved about the stunning views from the Golden Gate Bridge and the fascinating stories that brought San Francisco to life. Overall, travelers have expressed high levels of satisfaction with this unique and engaging tour experience.

How long before the event do I need to book?

  • You can book at any time before the event

Vouchers accepted in the following formats

  • Mobile

Your Itinerary

San Francisco Bay

(Pass by)

The land of water surrounding San Francisco

San Francisco Bay Bridge

(Pass by)

The San Francisco–Oakland Bay Bridge, known locally as the Bay Bridge, is a complex of bridges spanning San Francisco Bay in California. As part of Interstate 80 and the direct road between San Francisco and Oakland, it carries about 260,000 vehicles a day on its two decks.

Coit Tower

Coit Tower is a 210-foot tower in the Telegraph Hill neighborhood of San Francisco, California, offering panoramic views over the city and the bay

Admission Not Included

Levi's Plaza Park

Houses the headquarters of Levi Strauss & Co and museum.

Pier 39

Pier 39 is a shopping center and popular tourist attraction built on a pier in San Francisco, California. At Pier 39, there are shops, restaurants, a video arcade, street performances, the Aquarium of the Bay, virtual 3D rides, and views of California sea lions hauled out on docks on Pier 39's marina.

Admission Not Included

Ghirardelli Square

Ghirardelli Square is a landmark public square with shops and restaurants and a 5-star hotel in the Marina area of San Francisco. A portion of the area was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1982 as Pioneer Woolen Mills and D. Ghirardelli Company.

Lombard Street

Famous for a steep, one-block section with eight hairpin turns.

Alcatraz Island

(Pass by)

Alcatraz Island is located in San Francisco Bay, 1.25 miles (2 km) offshore from San Francisco. The small island was developed with facilities for a lighthouse, a military fortification, a military prison, and a federal prison from 1934 until 21 March 1963.

Palace of Fine Arts Theatre

The Palace of Fine Arts in the Marina District of San Francisco, California, is a monumental structure originally constructed for the 1915 Panama-Pacific Exposition in order to exhibit works of art presented there.

Presidio of San Francisco

(Pass by)

The Presidio, a 1,500-acre park on a former military post, is a major outdoor recreation hub. It has forested areas, miles of trails, a golf course and scenic overlooks.

Fort Point National Historic Site

Fort Point is a masonry seacoast fortification located on the southern side of the Golden Gate at the entrance to San Francisco Bay. It is also the geographic name of the promontory upon which the fort and the southern approach of the Golden Gate Bridge were constructed. The fort was completed just before the American Civil War by the US Army, to defend San Francisco Bay against hostile warships. The fort is now protected as Fort Point National Historic Site.

Golden Gate Bridge

The Golden Gate Bridge is a suspension bridge spanning the Golden Gate, the one-mile-wide strait connecting San Francisco Bay and the Pacific Ocean.

Admission Not Included

Ferry Building Marketplace

Located on the Embarcadero, the ferry building is a terminal for ferries that travel across San Francisco Bay, food halll and farmers markets

Cable Car Museum

The San Francisco cable car system is the world's last manually operated cable car system. An icon of San Francisco, the cable car system forms part of the intermodal urban transport network operated by the San Francisco Municipal Railway.

Reviews

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4.8 (4)

momsladetravels

Really good directions which made it simple. The “starting spot” slowed us down since the Starbucks is closed & the app wouldn’t recognize we were at the correct location. Otherwise great!

Andrea C

It was very pleasant! From the comfort of my cats with a very instructional guide! Love it 100% recommend!

Solotravel861

Instructions were easy to follow. I liked that I can choose to stay longer at the attractions I enjoyed. Overall great tour. Highly recommend.

Ole_S

Great tour! Offers some fascinating stories and sound effects. The app worked smoothly, easy to instal. All instructions were clear. Highly recommend it!
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