Kathie B.United States
Sharon is an excellent tour guide. She is very knowledgeable and friendly. I have used her in the past and will continue to call on her when I have groups in the NorCal area.
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Silicon Valley Day Excursion with Private Guide and Driver
5.0
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8 hours
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Sharon T.
5.0
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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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Meta, Google, Apple and more
Overview of your San Francisco tour
Learn the who, what, when, where and why of Silicon Valley. Visit the Peninsula south of San Francisco for an in-depth look at the sites and companies that have changed our lives with technology and social media. See Stanford University, Google, Meta, Apple and many of the other companies that affect our 21st century lives. I have lived and worked in Silicon Valley since the 1970's and know the area well. Join me as I share with you stories about people and places of this unique area. For example, You may want a picture of the "Meta" sign to post on your own Facebook page. You may want to see the "Googleplex". You may want to see the new architecturally significant buildings of Nvidia, Apple, and Samsung. Let me take you on a walking tour of Stanford. Maybe you'll even be infected by the entrepreneurial bug!
Recent Reviews
Bertha R.Mexico
Thankyou for everything Sharon.You were very well prepared, gave us very interesing information, always trying to help, and really made the Silicon Valley tour and the tour of Monterey and Carmel great experiences. It was a real pleasire for my sons and I to travel with you!!
William J.United States
Sharon was a fantastic guide who showed me a great day around Silicon Valley. She was highly professional and very knowledgeable, and really fun to converse with. If six stars were possible, she would earn them all.
Erin Jing Z.China
Sharon is very nice and friendly and knows the area well. She tailored the trip to have my 11 yr old and 7 yr old interested. Thank you Sharon. I'd Highly recommend her.
Gabriel Y.China
It was a very pleasant tour in Palo Alto. Sharon has excellent knowledge on the additional spots to go to other than the typical Big tech firms. I have already recommended the tour to my cousins.
Cinthida C.United States
Sharon has all the tools to be a highly qualified Tour Guide and She is a true Local tour Guide. We have a Wonderful day with her. Thank You Sharon!
Your San Francisco tour itinerary
A typical itinerary includes a visit to Stanford, including the Main Quad. We will also drive by the Hewlett Packard Garage in Palo Alto, visit the Computer History Museum, and stop by Google, Apple, Meta, and Intel. Other destinations that may be included: Intel Museum, Moffett Field, the Tech Interactive. Please note, the tour does not include a tour inside these companies, but will offer much information, photo opportunities, and a visit to their stores, where applicable
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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Suv
We will travel in a private spacious comfortable vehicle, with driver to allow us to fully focus on our tour experience. Contact me for alternative pricing for smaller groups
What's included
Private Guide
Private Transportation
Private Transportation With Driver
What's not included
Other: Entrance to Computer History Museum is optional. Admission to Tech Museum of Innovation is not included. Lunch is not included
Meeting location
Palo Alto, California, United States
Our meeting place is flexible
- You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
TV And Movie
Nature Wildlife And Safaris
City Highlights
Tour reference number
117709
Languages
EnglishActivity level
Minimal
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible
Traveller reviews
5.0
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This private tour is perfect for anyone interested in the history and impact of technology and social media companies. It's ideal for tech enthusiasts, families, and anyone curious about Silicon Valley's influence on our modern world. With Sharon T., who has lived and worked in Silicon Valley since the 1970s, you'll gain unique insights into the area's history and culture.
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8 hours
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