San Francisco Telegraph Hill & The Old Waterfront Tour

New To The Site! San Francisco, USA

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3 to 4 hours (Approx.)
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Overview

Take a secret passage to the landmark Telegraph Hill. Enjoy views of the waterfront, explore the history of the Embarcadero and charm of the wooden steps & lush greenery that wrap around the Filbert Stairs. Reach the summit & take-in local history at Coit Tower, a San Francisco landmark in Pioneer Park. Beyond the tower a hidden garden awaits, offering spectacular views of the Bay, Golden Gate Bridge, & infamous Alcatraz Island. Descend the masonry of the Greenwich Street steps to Levi Plaza, the headquarters of jeans, & visit Green Street Lab, where Philo Farnsworth sent the 1st television transmission. Following the breeze of the Old Waterfront, we’ll head to the coast, enjoy pictures of the "old days", when three-mast ships bustled along Yerba Buena Cove during San Francisco’s construction. Today, the Embarcadero waterfront hosts attractions like the delicious Ferry Building(with over 100+ Vendors for shopping & local bites)–our starting & ending point for this four-mile urban hike.

What's Included

  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Gratuity
  • Hotel pickup not offered
  • Snacks for purchase available at the Ferry Building with over 100+ Vendors

Meeting Location

Meeting point

Ferry Building, San Francisco, CA 94105, USA

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End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Ferry Building Marketplace

Explore the historic Ferry Building and learn the history of the Old Waterfront, and the Yuerba Buena Cove. Stop in the marketplace to explore various merchant offerings.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Coit Tower

Coit Tower has been an emblem of San Francisco’s skyline since its completion in 1933. Learn the history of this beautiful landmark up on the hill.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Greenwich Steps

Descend the steps with spectacular views.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Levi's Plaza Park

Today, this is known as Levi Park, but it is historically known as Frederick Griffing's wharf.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Embarcadero

We will walk a long the famous SF Embarcadero, taking in the views of the East Bay and the Bay Bridge.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation Policy

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

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Activity code: C-179776P1

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