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Private tour in San Francisco Fred D

Golden Gate Park: Walking the Gardens

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Fred D.

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I've lived and worked in San Francisco since 1975, and am quite fond of—and, perhaps, slightly jaundiced toward—my long-adopted home, a. k. a. "The City". I have been numbered as a local student/practitioner of fine, commercial and industrial arts: commercial graphics, multi-media design, and as a craftsman in our once-mighty commercial printing industry. I'm occasionally zealous in defense/restoration of natural habitats, parks, regional agriculture, and historic architecture. Special appreciation must go to food—glorious food! Cosmopolitanism has its benefits; San Francisco is a foodie's paradise. The ride never ends. Truly I am a tourist in my own life here in "The City", "Baghdad by the Bay", "The Queen of the Pacific", "Fog City", or (more poetically) "the cool, grey city of love". Certified Tour Director, International Tour Management Institute (ITMI), 2015 Member: San Francisco Tour Guide Guild BFA (Drawing), California College of Art, 1975 AAS (Commercial Printing and Liberal Arts), WACC, 1972 none applicable

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Overview of your San Francisco tour

Use this tour to start a three day pass to Golden Gate Park's three top gardens whille saving much money: • Conservatory of Flowers • Japanese Tea Garden • Arboretum and Botanical Gardens We have a wonderful overdose of gardens concentrated in Golden Gate Park's eastern end. Many are free to the public. We start with the Rose Garden and Redwood Memorial Grove, visit the Conservatory of Flowers with its rare combination of orchids and carnivorous plants [!], stop for tea [what else?] at the Japanese Tea Garden, and see the Shakespeare Garden on our way to the immense SF Botanical Garden with thousands of specimens from all around the globe.

Your San Francisco tour itinerary

Any or all of these options: Rose Garden and Redwood Grove Conservatory of Flowers ($) Dahlia Dell Japanese Tea Garden ($) Shakespeare Garden S.F. Botanical Garden ($)

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Transport details
Type: Walking

Walking over mostly level paths.

What's included
Private Guide
What's not included
Tickets: 3-day Garden Pass: $25 adults, $21 senior/youth, $9 child
Food Drinks Snacks
Public Transportation
Accommodation
Private Transportation With Driver
Private Transportation
Tastings
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Classes Workshop
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Meeting location

Rose Garden, John F Kennedy Drive, Golden Gate Park, San Francisco, CA, USA

The Rose Garden and the Redwood Grove are off Fulton Street at Park-Presidio Blvd., a stop on the #5 Fulton bus line.

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Tour categories
Nature Wildlife And Safaris
City Highlights
Tour reference number
1785636
Languages
English
Activity level
Moderate
Accessibility
Kid Friendly

Frequently asked questions

Who is this private tour in San Francisco best suited for?

This private tour in San Francisco is perfect for garden enthusiasts and those who appreciate nature's beauty. It's also suitable for families, as it is kid-friendly, and for anyone looking to explore the diverse gardens of Golden Gate Park with a knowledgeable local guide like Fred D. The tour offers a moderate activity level, making it accessible to most travellers.

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