Shannon R.United States
Sharon was terrific! We loved her depth of knowledge about Stanford's history and campus. She kept to our proposed timetable and added unexpected elements that made the tour very memorable. Fantastic experience!
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Private tour in San Francisco Sharon T
A Walking Tour of Stanford Unversity
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3 hours
Walking
Private tour for 1-10 people
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3 hours
Walking
Private tour for 1-10 people
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Sharon T.
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Hello and welcome. I have lived and worked in the Bay area since the 1970's. In 2010 I became a tour guide , specializing in local tours. Since then I've conducted thousands of tours for many different groups including over 400 for ToursByLocals. I never tire of showing the beauty, the bustle, and the excitement of our area to visitors and residents alike. In 2015 I became a "certified guide" per the San Francisco Tour Guide Guild. I hope you will visit the Bay area and join me for a tour soon! My tours vary depending on my group. Many of my tours originate in San Francisco, where I serve as a step-on guide for large groups on a motorcoach. I also enjoy conducting walking tours (Chinatown, Fisherman's Wharf, Mission Murals, the Castro ) public transportation tours (trolleys, buses, and cable cars), and driving tours using a private limo service or Uber. Besides San Francisco, I also conduct tours in Silicon Valley, San Jose, Napa and Sonoma wine country, Monterey and Carmel, Muir Woods and Sausalito, Point Reyes, and unique destinations chosen by visitors. I can also conduct campus tours of Berkeley, Stanford, and other nearby universities. In my spare time, I enjoy hiking the hills around the Bay, reading books about the people and places of the area, and discovering new perspectives about California to add depth to my tours. Exploring this landscape is always new, always fresh, and always inspiring. I thrill at uncovering little-known and yet significant events in and around the Bay area. I welcome you to tour the area with me and deepen your appreciation for the Bay area. I have been a Bay area resident since 1977 and attended International Tour and Management Institute in 2010, becoming a Certified Tour Director. Since then I have been leading tours in and around the Bay area, the state of California, the Pacific Northwest, and the East Coast (Washington DC and NYC). In October 2015 I qualified as a "certified tour guide" per the requirements of the San Francisco Tour Guide Guild. I have taken numerous continuing education courses at Stanford to expand my knowledge including "Innovations in Silicon Valley", and "The History of California" with the late Kevin Starr. I have a BA (English) from Calvin College and an MA (General Studies in the Humanities) from University of Chicago I am not a driver. I can accompany you in your vehicle or I can arrange for a separate car and driver
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Explore the Stanford Campus with a private guide
Overview of your San Francisco tour
Stanford University is respected as one of the top universities in the country if not the world. It is located about 30 miles south of San Francisco on what was once a horse farm. Frederick Law Olmstead laid out the campus in the late 19th century as a series of quadrangles nestled beneath the Santa Cruz Mountains. Today, the campus is impressive in its beauty and its achievements. Our tour will take us into the heart of campus where we will walk by the Memorial Church and visit its interior (if open) as well as Hoover Tower, the Stanford Bookstore, the Cantor Museum, and other sites. I am a Certified Guide and live near Stanford University. I offer the additional perspective of having taken many classes there and given these walking tours for visitors, dignitaries, students, and business people.
Recent Reviews
Nicole R.United States
Sharon was the perfect guide. Very knowledgeable about Stanford and so many related topics - art, tech, local culture. She had everything well planed out and also made sure to cover anything we requested. Highly recommend!
Timothy H.United States
Sharon was amazingly knowledgeable and informational. She gave us a great sense of what Stanford is all about. The historical, philosophical, and educational aspects of a Stanford experience were all covered. Thank you Sharon!
Diane T.United States
Sharon recently gave our "field-trip" group a tour of the Stanford Campus. It was a five out five. She was knowledgeable, spoke clearly, adjusted the timeline and tour activities to our needs, listened to the groups input and was pleasant and positive throughout the 3 hours. It was a pleasure to tour with Sharon!
Alyssa R.United States
Sharon did an amazing job and we absolutely loved our tour. She customized it for our unique interest and had a very in-depth knowledge of Stanford campus. She was friendly and easy to work with!
Lee M.United States
What a delightful tour with Sharon! She is extremely knowledgeable about Stanford and so much fun. Our family of 5 (adults and teens) enjoyed this tour immensely-highly recommend!
Your San Francisco tour itinerary
This is a walking tour of the Stanford Campus and timing will depend upon the interests of the group. A sample itinerary includes: --A visit to the Memorial Quad including Memorial Church --A stop at the Hoover Tower and possible ride via elevator to the top (depending on availability) --A visit to the Science and Engineering Quad including the Engineering Building --A stop at the Bookstore, and food court if desired --A stop at the Cantor Arts Museum with its rooms devoted to the Stanford Family and its extensive Rodin collection
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Transport details
Type: Walking
This is a walking tour but may involve long distances (several miles). All walking areas are flat and well-paved. Please contact me if walking is difficult, and we can review the public transportation options
What's included
Private Guide
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. Elevator to the top of Hoover Tower is $4 per person
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location
San Jose, CA, USA
We can meet at the Visitors Center or at the front entrance to the Cantor Museum
- You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
City Highlights
Tour reference number
759155
Languages
EnglishActivity level
Light
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Traveller reviews
5.0
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Who is this private tour in San Jose best suited for?
This private walking tour of Stanford University is perfect for anyone interested in exploring one of the top universities in the world. It's especially suited for visitors, dignitaries, students, and business people who want to gain deeper insights into the campus's history and achievements. Families with kids will also find it enjoyable as the tour is kid-friendly.
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3 hours
Walking
Private tour for 1-10 people
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Tour date
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3 hours
Walking
Private tour for 1-10 people
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