Overview
If it’s your first time in San Francisco, you’ll want to get orientated and see the city’s iconic landmarks! But what if as well as this, you could get a local’s advice about where to go, what to eat and all the exciting possibilities awaiting you? With this experience you can!
Discover hidden gems as well as San Francisco’s highlights and tourist sights, ticking the most famous landmarks off your bucket list while you explore the city with your host who’ll also reveal the best kept local secrets. Get familiar with the city, choose the area you’d like to explore and get ready to kickstart your adventure in SF!
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
3 hours with a Local Host
Private and personalised experience
Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)
Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or taxi options)
Food and drinks
Tickets to any attractions
Transportation costs
Gratuities
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
After booking, you can adjust the meeting point to fit your preferences with the help of our Experience Planners.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
We’ll be in touch within 24 hours after booking to find out more about your personality and interests so we can assign a like-minded local who will create a bespoke experience for you
What to expect
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Fisherman's Wharf
Meet up with your local host and follow the itinerary set out based on your interest. This could start in Fisherman’s Wharf, on the northern waterfront, is one of the city's busiest tourist areas. Souvenir shops and stalls selling crab and clam chowder in sourdough bread bowls appear at every turn, as do postcard views of the bay, Golden Gate and Alcatraz. There’s also a colony of sea lions to see and historic ships to tour. At Ghirardelli Square, boutiques and eateries reside in the famed former chocolate factory.
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SoMa
SoMa, or South of Market, is a vast, warehouse-filled district which might interest you. It encompasses Mission Bay and South Beach, where the Giants play baseball at waterfront AT&T Park. Surrounding Yerba Buena Gardens is an arts center, sleek convention complex Moscone Center and several museums, including the acclaimed San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA). The area is dotted with upscale dining options and high-energy nightclubs.
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Mission District
You could visit the Mission District. Named for the 1776-built Mission Dolores, the Mission District is an exuberant, evolving neighborhood with Latino roots and a hipster vibe. Old-school taquerias and eclectic live-music clubs mix with chef-driven eateries and craft cocktail lounges. There are also tattoo parlors, gourmet ice cream shops and Dolores Park, a popular weekend hangout with skyline views. Vibrant murals line streets such as Clarion Alley.
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Eureka Valley
Eureka Valley is not only home to the twin peaks but boasts one of the most visited sub-neighborhoods in the city, The Castro. The neighborhood is popular with families and the LGBT community alike,and could be part of your experience.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/Los Angeles).
Additional Information
- We’ll be in touch within 24 hours after booking to find out more about your personality, tastes and interests so we can assign a like-minded Local who can create a bespoke experience for you.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Private Tour Guide San Francisco with a Local: Kickstart your Trip
Can I cancel Private Tour Guide San Francisco with a Local: Kickstart your Trip for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 3 hours.
Where does it start?
After booking, you can adjust the meeting point to fit your preferences with the help of our Experience Planners.
What's included?
- 3 hours with a Local Host
- Private and personalised experience
- Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)
- Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or taxi options)
What's not included?
- Food and drinks
- Tickets to any attractions
- Transportation costs
- Gratuities
Which places does it visit?
It visits Fisherman's Wharf, SoMa, Mission District, Eureka Valley.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by City Unscripted
