Private tour in San Francisco Ryan C

Telegraph Hill and the Old Waterfront

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Ryan C.

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Originally from the east coast, but have been a San Francisco local since 2000. I am the owner of a walking tour company, and over the past fourteen years, I have given over 3000 tours to guests from all over the world. I offer six different tours of the neighborhoods of San Francisco. . . The Castro, Mission district, Telegraph Hill, Eureka Valley, Cow Hollow, Pacific Heights, Chinatown, North Beach, Russian Hill and Golden Gate Park. All of the tours are approximately four miles each, cover various neighborhoods, and have at least one hill and one stairway on them. I take people to hidden stairways and gardens, amazing vistas, and famous landmarks. Along the way, I use my iPad to show relevant historical photos that are arranged in order of the stops on the tour. The tours were all designed as loops, with the start and finish a landmark spot, so guests do not get lost when the tour is finished. It has long been a dream of mine to own a business like I have, and I am extremely knowledgable and passionate about everything that is San Francisco. 7 year member of the San Francisco Museum and Historical Society 3 year member of San Francisco Tour Guide Guild Business is licensed with the City of San Francisco Studied with Improv Olympic in Los Angeles Fully insured Bachelor of Arts from University of Massachusetts at Amherst

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Overview of your San Francisco tour

Take a secret passage to California's Historical Landmark #91, Telegraph Hill. Enjoy crisp views of the waterfront, explore the history of the Embarcadero, and enjoy the charm of the wooden steps and lush greenery that wraps around the Filbert Stairs at Telegraph Hill. Reach the summit & witness the local history of Coit Tower, a SF landmark in Pioneer Park. Beyond the tower a hidden garden awaits, offering spectacular views of the Bay, Golden Gate Bridge, and the Infamous Alcatraz Island. Descend the masonry of the Greenwich Street steps to Levi Plaza, the headquarters of jeans, and visit Green Street Laboratory, where Philo Farnsworth sent the first television transmission. Can you guess what was the first image on TV? Following the breeze of the Old Waterfront, we'll head to the coast. I'll share stories of the 'old days', when three-mast ships bustled along Yerba Buena Cove during SF's construction. Today, the Embarcadero waterfront hosts attractions like the Ferry Building-Our starting & ending point.

Your San Francisco tour itinerary

- Ferry Building - Justin Herman Plaza - Old Barbary Coast - Sydney Walton Square - Green Street Laboratory - Filbert Street Steps - Grace Marchant Garden - Coit Tower - Jack Early Park - Greenwich Street Steps - Levi Plaza - Embarcadero

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Transport details
Type: Walking

Walking Tour - Please wear comfortable walking shoes.

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Private Guide
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Other: Personal expenses.
Public Transportation
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Meeting location

Airport: ,Cruise: ,ByGuide: Please meet in front of the Ferry Building under the clock, which is on Embarcadero at the start of Market Street.

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Tour categories
City Highlights
Tour reference number
29804
Languages
English
Activity level
Light
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
4.9

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This private tour in San Francisco is perfect for travellers who enjoy walking and want to explore the historical and scenic areas of Telegraph Hill and the Old Waterfront. It's also ideal for those who wish to connect with a local guide, Ryan C., for deeper insights into the city's history and landmarks. The tour is kid-friendly, making it suitable for families as well.

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Hours icon 3 hours
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