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San Francisco's northern waterfront packs more history into a single walk than most cities manage in an entire district.
This self-guided audio tour starts at the Palace of Fine Arts, a romantic rotunda. You'll stroll past the restored tidal marsh of Crissy Field, along rehabilitated coastal dunes, and through the grounds of the former Presidio military base, learning how this land passed from Spanish colonizers to Mexican authorities to the U.S. Army before becoming a national park.
As you walk toward the Golden Gate Bridge, you'll hear stories of its construction during the Great Depression. The tour ends at Fort Point, the only brick fort on the West Coast, built in 1861 directly beneath where the bridge now stands. Its four levels of cannons, Civil War-era exhibits, and rooftop views of the bridge from below make it an extraordinary final stop.
This walk rewards the curious – bring layers, as the wind picks up near the bridge.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
This tour starts at the intersection of Beach and Baker Streets. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.
This self-guided audio tour ends at the Fort Point National Historic Site.
Itinerary
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(Pass by)
This self-guided audio tour takes you across Crissy Field East Beach to discover the story of San Francisco.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
The tour starts at the Palace of Fine Arts, a romantic rotunda built for the 1915 Panama-Pacific International Exposition, which San Francisco staged to prove its recovery from the catastrophic 1906 earthquake and fire.
Admission ticket free -
Crissy Field (Pass by)
You'll stroll past the restored tidal marsh of Crissy Field, along rehabilitated coastal dunes, and through the grounds of the former Presidio military base, learning how this land passed from Spanish colonizers to Mexican authorities to the U.S. Army before becoming a national park.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
On this tour, you'll pass by and learn about the Presidio.
Admission ticket free -
Golden Gate National Recreation Area (Pass by)
You'll walk through the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, spotting well known San Francisco sites as well as lesser known hidden treasures.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
You'll walk past Crissy Marsh, and learn about the area as you walk.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
You'll pass by the Palace of the Legion of Honor. As you walk, you'll learn about the palace.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
You'll have a chance to visit the Warming Hut for coffee, books, and Presidio souvenirs with the bridge looming nearby.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
You'll pass by the West Bluff Picnic Area where you can pause for a quick refreshment or keep going and enjoy the tour.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
This tour takes you past Torpedo Wharf. You'll learn about its history while you walk.
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Fort Point National Historic Site (Pass by)
The tour ends at Fort Point, the only brick fort on the West Coast, built in 1861 directly beneath where the bridge now stands. Its four levels of cannons, Civil War-era exhibits, and rooftop views of the bridge from below make it an extraordinary final stop.
Admission ticket free -
Golden Gate Bridge (Pass by)
San Francisco's northern waterfront packs more history into a single walk than most cities manage in an entire district. On this walking tour, you'll trace the stretch of shoreline from an international exposition site to the base of the Golden Gate Bridge.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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