San Francisco Kaleidoscope Tour

On this San Francisco city tour, you'll start with a ride a historic street car into the Mission District, one of San Francisco's most vibrant and colorful neighborhood. We will walk to Mission Dolores, the site of San Francisco's first European settlement in 1776, and the oldest standing building in the city. Afterwards, a walking tour of the Mission District's brightly painted neighborhoods. Murals splash vibrant color on the fade of many buildings, expressing Latino culture, folklore, famous citizens, and history. Hop on the iconic cable car to climb California Street through the financial district to China Town. We will explore the influence and history of SF's Chinese immigrant population, Portsmouth Square, Grant Street, historic side lanes, and local markets. Lunch will be at a local dim sum house where we can sample a variety of specialty dishes.

A short walk into North Beach brings us to the City Lights Bookstore, one of the country's most renowned independent bookstores founded by the poet Lawrence Ferlinghetti and meeting point for some of America's famous Beat generation authors. We will also get a glimpse into the Italian influence along Columbus Street and visit Washington Square. A local city bus will deliver the group to Fisherman's wharf where we can enjoy panoramic views of the bay. Boarding our catamaran, we set sail past Alcatraz and under the Golden Gate Bridge with the impressive San Fran skyline in view. (Note: between November 30th and February 28th the cruise on the bay will not be on a catamaran but will be on a Blue and Gold Fleet cruise).Upon return to the pier, your local guide will accompany the group back to the meeting point on a historic street car, or Upon return to the pier, your local guide will accompany the group back to the meeting point on a historic street car, or travelers can explore the waterfront area independently.

Please note children must be 6-11 years old to participate.

All details of your tour will be sent to you after booking.