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The Castro District in San Francisco is known for its rich LGBTQ+ history and vibrant culture. It might be small, but it really packs a punch!
It was where Harvey Milk, the first openly gay elected official in North America, lived and owned a camera shop.
It is also home to many national landmarks, like one of the last historic movie palaces from the 1920's, The Castro Theater. And Queer Arts Featured, a gallery taking the culture of the neighborhood into a new era.
With your experienced, local guide you'll not only see the sights but learn the rich history of America's first 'gayborhood.'
Learn how local businesses, still standing today, helped solidify the Castro's place as a gay Mecca. Or the role the US military played in forming the neighborhood. Or why did they switch GLBT to LGBT? And what do the different colors of the rainbow flag represent?
Find out the answers to these questions and much, MUCH more on my Castro District Historic Walking Tour!
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
400 Castro St San Francisco, CA 94114 United States
We end at the popular local watering hole, The Mix.
Itinerary
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We will visit several notable locations in the Castro District, pointing out fun shops, restaurants and bars along the way.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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One of the last historic movie palaces from the 1920's
10 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
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While we don't enter, the history of the GLBT Museum itself is the history of the neighborhood and is the home of original rainbow flag.
10 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
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The first public monument honoring the approximately 15,000 gay and lesbian individuals killed during the fascist Nazi regime during 1933-1945
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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One of the first bars on the strip that helped solidify the Castro's place as a gay Mecca
20 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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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.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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