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San Francisco

Hidden Stairways of San Francisco: Explore mosaic steps and vibrant neighborhoods on this leisurely 2-mile walk. Enjoy panoramic views of the Golden Gate Bridge and discover succulent-filled gardens. Perfect for all fitness levels, this tour offers a unique glimpse into the city's best-kept secrets, blending art, nature, and history.

Hidden Stairways of San Francisco: Explore mosaic steps and vibrant neighborhoods on this leisurely 2-mile walk. Enjoy panoramic views of the Golden Gate Bridge and discover succulent-filled gardens. Perfect for all fitness levels, this tour offers a unique glimpse into the city's best-kept secrets, blending art, nature, and history.

Napa & Sonoma

The #1 Sonoma Walking Food, Wine & History Tour offers a delightful 'lunch' adventure through the heart of Sonoma Plaza. This experience is a tasty trip through Sonoma Wine Country, Sonoma Plaza Progressive Lunch, and Sonoma's Italian and Spanish/Mexican heritages. Participants can expect to savor the best of Sonoma's culinary scene, indulging in regional cuisine, California Mexican flavors, local cheeses, olive oil, chocolates, and fine wines. Every tasting is carefully selected from local, family-owned spots, giving a real taste of Sonoma. As guests walk, they'll uncover the area's stories, culture, and beautiful buildings. Key stops include Sonoma Plaza, the historic Sonoma Barracks, the Bear Flag Revolt Site, Sonoma's Historic Theater, and the Williams Sonoma Heritage Store, as well as a Sonoma Plaza Chocolate Tasting Room. This 3-hour walking tour covers about 1.25 miles. It includes food, wine, and a friendly local guide. Participants will enjoy lunch-sized portions. Not included are gratuities.

The #1 Sonoma Walking Food, Wine & History Tour offers a delightful 'lunch' adventure through the heart of Sonoma Plaza. This experience is a tasty trip through Sonoma Wine Country, Sonoma Plaza Progressive Lunch, and Sonoma's Italian and Spanish/Mexican heritages. Participants can expect to savor the best of Sonoma's culinary scene, indulging in regional cuisine, California Mexican flavors, local cheeses, olive oil, chocolates, and fine wines. Every tasting is carefully selected from local, family-owned spots, giving a real taste of Sonoma. As guests walk, they'll uncover the area's stories, culture, and beautiful buildings. Key stops include Sonoma Plaza, the historic Sonoma Barracks, the Bear Flag Revolt Site, Sonoma's Historic Theater, and the Williams Sonoma Heritage Store, as well as a Sonoma Plaza Chocolate Tasting Room. This 3-hour walking tour covers about 1.25 miles. It includes food, wine, and a friendly local guide. Participants will enjoy lunch-sized portions. Not included are gratuities.

San Francisco

San Francisco Ghost Hunt Walking Tour, led by Christian Cagigal, explores the city's haunted history through lantern-lit streets. This 90-minute tour covers a mile of Victorian architecture, featuring tales of poltergeists, ghostly brides, and Underground Railroad heroines. Enjoy spectacular views and captivating storytelling in a safe, engaging experience.

San Francisco Ghost Hunt Walking Tour, led by Christian Cagigal, explores the city's haunted history through lantern-lit streets. This 90-minute tour covers a mile of Victorian architecture, featuring tales of poltergeists, ghostly brides, and Underground Railroad heroines. Enjoy spectacular views and captivating storytelling in a safe, engaging experience.

San Francisco

The San Francisco LGBTQ Walking Tour with Local Guide celebrates 34 years of Pride, recognized as San Francisco's first and ONLY Legacy Business Tour Company. This walking tour explores the vibrant Castro District, the heart of the LGBTQ+ community. Visitors will discover colorful sites and learn about the ongoing struggle for equal rights in America. On this tour, people can expect a fun and educational experience led by a local resident who is a professional tour guide and civil rights activist. The tour includes stops at important landmarks such as the Castro District, Harvey Milk's Legacy, and the Human Rights Campaign Action Center and Store. This tour provides a rare opportunity to learn about LGBTQ+ history and culture directly from a knowledgeable guide. This experience includes a local guide to lead the way. Gratuities and hotel pickup/drop-off are not included.

The San Francisco LGBTQ Walking Tour with Local Guide celebrates 34 years of Pride, recognized as San Francisco's first and ONLY Legacy Business Tour Company. This walking tour explores the vibrant Castro District, the heart of the LGBTQ+ community. Visitors will discover colorful sites and learn about the ongoing struggle for equal rights in America. On this tour, people can expect a fun and educational experience led by a local resident who is a professional tour guide and civil rights activist. The tour includes stops at important landmarks such as the Castro District, Harvey Milk's Legacy, and the Human Rights Campaign Action Center and Store. This tour provides a rare opportunity to learn about LGBTQ+ history and culture directly from a knowledgeable guide. This experience includes a local guide to lead the way. Gratuities and hotel pickup/drop-off are not included.

San Francisco

Take a Walk with a Storyteller! Surreal San Francisco Tour unveils the city's charm with Clyde Always. Explore the Mission, Castro, and Duboce Triangle, enriched by original folklore, insider tips, and unbelievable tales. A memorable, entertaining stroll for adults seeking unique perspectives.

Take a Walk with a Storyteller! Surreal San Francisco Tour unveils the city's charm with Clyde Always. Explore the Mission, Castro, and Duboce Triangle, enriched by original folklore, insider tips, and unbelievable tales. A memorable, entertaining stroll for adults seeking unique perspectives.

Monterey & Carmel

The Old Monterey Walking Food Tour lets people discover Monterey by tasting yummy food. It's like a fun walk with food! This tour takes you to the best local food spots and secret places to eat. You'll walk around the historic downtown and try tasty things at five different stops. Think good snacks, fresh crepes, local beer, and yummy ice cream. As people walk, their guide tells cool stories about Monterey's past, interesting people, and important places. You'll also help local restaurants and shops. Some places you might want to visit again later. Expect to see Old Fisherman's Wharf, Historic Monterey, and Alvarado Street. You'll also visit an Artisan Ice Cream Shop and see Monterey's Historical Buildings. This tour includes gratuities at food and drink stops, a local guide, alcoholic drinks, lunch, and beverage tastings (including wine, beer, and/or hard cider). It does not include gratuities for your guide, which are optional. The Old Monterey Walking Food Tour is a delicious and fun way to see the city, with expert guides, featured locations, and rich cultural experiences. The tour focuses on the tastes of Monterey.

The Old Monterey Walking Food Tour lets people discover Monterey by tasting yummy food. It's like a fun walk with food! This tour takes you to the best local food spots and secret places to eat. You'll walk around the historic downtown and try tasty things at five different stops. Think good snacks, fresh crepes, local beer, and yummy ice cream. As people walk, their guide tells cool stories about Monterey's past, interesting people, and important places. You'll also help local restaurants and shops. Some places you might want to visit again later. Expect to see Old Fisherman's Wharf, Historic Monterey, and Alvarado Street. You'll also visit an Artisan Ice Cream Shop and see Monterey's Historical Buildings. This tour includes gratuities at food and drink stops, a local guide, alcoholic drinks, lunch, and beverage tastings (including wine, beer, and/or hard cider). It does not include gratuities for your guide, which are optional. The Old Monterey Walking Food Tour is a delicious and fun way to see the city, with expert guides, featured locations, and rich cultural experiences. The tour focuses on the tastes of Monterey.

Monterey & Carmel

Guided 2-Hour Walking Tour in Carmel by the Sea unveils the village's charm through captivating stories of art, architecture, and history. Explore Carmel's unique character, shaped by artists and visionaries, as you stroll through its enchanting forest setting. Discover hidden gems and fascinating tales.

Guided 2-Hour Walking Tour in Carmel by the Sea unveils the village's charm through captivating stories of art, architecture, and history. Explore Carmel's unique character, shaped by artists and visionaries, as you stroll through its enchanting forest setting. Discover hidden gems and fascinating tales.

San Francisco

Exclusive North Beach Food Tour in San Francisco takes guests on a tasty trip through one of the city's most historic and delicious neighborhoods. This isn't just a tour; it's a behind-the-scenes peek into the heart of North Beach's vibrant food scene. An expert guide leads a small group on an easy walk to discover hidden culinary gems and popular local spots that most tourists never find. Participants enjoy generous food tastings in a four-course progressive meal. What to Expect: The tour visits four carefully selected restaurants, each offering a unique taste of North Beach. Guests will be seated comfortably inside to savor appetizers, an entree, and dessert. Tasting options include wood-fired pizza or pinsa, arancini, or the San Francisco classic, cioppino, eggplant parmesan, California gelato, or tiramisu. The tour also includes visits to Jackson Square & Little Italy, Historic Pizza Oven (Little Italy), Historic Italian Bookshop-turned-Café (Little Italy) Explore the neighborhood's rich history, from the Gold Rush era to the Prohibition days and the lively present. This experience includes live commentary from the guide, ensuring a personalized and engaging experience. This tour is limited to 12 people. What's Included: food tastings and a knowledgeable guide. What's Excluded: Hotel pickup and drop-off, gratuities, and alcohol pairings (available for purchase). It’s a culinary adventure perfect for food lovers and history buffs alike!

Exclusive North Beach Food Tour in San Francisco takes guests on a tasty trip through one of the city's most historic and delicious neighborhoods. This isn't just a tour; it's a behind-the-scenes peek into the heart of North Beach's vibrant food scene. An expert guide leads a small group on an easy walk to discover hidden culinary gems and popular local spots that most tourists never find. Participants enjoy generous food tastings in a four-course progressive meal. What to Expect: The tour visits four carefully selected restaurants, each offering a unique taste of North Beach. Guests will be seated comfortably inside to savor appetizers, an entree, and dessert. Tasting options include wood-fired pizza or pinsa, arancini, or the San Francisco classic, cioppino, eggplant parmesan, California gelato, or tiramisu. The tour also includes visits to Jackson Square & Little Italy, Historic Pizza Oven (Little Italy), Historic Italian Bookshop-turned-Café (Little Italy) Explore the neighborhood's rich history, from the Gold Rush era to the Prohibition days and the lively present. This experience includes live commentary from the guide, ensuring a personalized and engaging experience. This tour is limited to 12 people. What's Included: food tastings and a knowledgeable guide. What's Excluded: Hotel pickup and drop-off, gratuities, and alcohol pairings (available for purchase). It’s a culinary adventure perfect for food lovers and history buffs alike!

San Francisco

North Beach: Gourmet Ghost Tour blends culinary delights with chilling tales in San Francisco's 'Little Italy'. Explore haunted sites, taste diverse foods beyond pizza, and hear Beatnik stories. Experience a full meal while uncovering the sinister past and hidden gems of North Beach. A unique fusion of food and fright!

North Beach: Gourmet Ghost Tour blends culinary delights with chilling tales in San Francisco's 'Little Italy'. Explore haunted sites, taste diverse foods beyond pizza, and hear Beatnik stories. Experience a full meal while uncovering the sinister past and hidden gems of North Beach. A unique fusion of food and fright!

Monterey & Carmel

The Guided 2-Hour Point Lobos Nature Walk offers an immersive experience through diverse terrains. Spot wildlife, capture stunning photos, and delve into the area's human history. Suitable for all skill levels, this walk is a perfect blend of nature, photography, and history, ideal for small groups seeking an enriching outdoor adventure.

The Guided 2-Hour Point Lobos Nature Walk offers an immersive experience through diverse terrains. Spot wildlife, capture stunning photos, and delve into the area's human history. Suitable for all skill levels, this walk is a perfect blend of nature, photography, and history, ideal for small groups seeking an enriching outdoor adventure.

San Francisco

Explore Downtown San Francisco on a private walking tour, delving into Chinatown, the Financial District, and Embarcadero. Uncover city history from the Gold Rush to current affairs, with insider tips and engaging conversations. Discover buried ships and influential figures in this immersive, 2½-hour experience.

Explore Downtown San Francisco on a private walking tour, delving into Chinatown, the Financial District, and Embarcadero. Uncover city history from the Gold Rush to current affairs, with insider tips and engaging conversations. Discover buried ships and influential figures in this immersive, 2½-hour experience.

Sacramento

Midtown Sacramento Arts and Food Tour explores the city's vibrant art and food scene. Guests uncover the history of Sacramento's murals and savor dishes from top restaurants, complemented by farm-to-fork ingredients. With a culinary concierge guiding the way, this small-group tour offers an immersive experience for all.

Midtown Sacramento Arts and Food Tour explores the city's vibrant art and food scene. Guests uncover the history of Sacramento's murals and savor dishes from top restaurants, complemented by farm-to-fork ingredients. With a culinary concierge guiding the way, this small-group tour offers an immersive experience for all.

San Francisco

Blue Painted Lady House Tour offers a rare glimpse inside a preserved Victorian home, showcasing 174 years of family history. Explore most of the top three floors, filled with period furnishings and paintings. The tour provides a unique experience, offering stories and insights into San Francisco's past.

Blue Painted Lady House Tour offers a rare glimpse inside a preserved Victorian home, showcasing 174 years of family history. Explore most of the top three floors, filled with period furnishings and paintings. The tour provides a unique experience, offering stories and insights into San Francisco's past.

San Francisco

Giant Redwoods Tour Including a 5-Course Winery Lunch offers a unique blend of natural beauty and culinary excellence in Sonoma. This experience takes guests to Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve, home to towering trees far from the crowded Muir Woods. Guests will explore the Kendall-Jackson winery and culinary garden. The farm-to-table culinary movement comes alive in this garden, which supplies vegetables to California's top restaurants. The tour ends with a five-course lunch prepared by Kendall-Jackson's chefs, paired with the winery's best wines. The menu changes with the seasons, featuring the freshest ingredients from the garden. This tour includes pickup and drop-off from select downtown and Fisherman's Wharf hotels. Gratuities are not included. The tour offers a walk through the awe-inspiring redwoods at Armstrong Woods and a tour of the Kendall-Jackson Culinary Garden.

Giant Redwoods Tour Including a 5-Course Winery Lunch offers a unique blend of natural beauty and culinary excellence in Sonoma. This experience takes guests to Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve, home to towering trees far from the crowded Muir Woods. Guests will explore the Kendall-Jackson winery and culinary garden. The farm-to-table culinary movement comes alive in this garden, which supplies vegetables to California's top restaurants. The tour ends with a five-course lunch prepared by Kendall-Jackson's chefs, paired with the winery's best wines. The menu changes with the seasons, featuring the freshest ingredients from the garden. This tour includes pickup and drop-off from select downtown and Fisherman's Wharf hotels. Gratuities are not included. The tour offers a walk through the awe-inspiring redwoods at Armstrong Woods and a tour of the Kendall-Jackson Culinary Garden.

Monterey & Carmel

Carmel Small Group Walking Food & Cultural Tour unveils Carmel's charm through a 3-hour culinary journey. Sample diverse tastings, potentially including wine or cocktails, while exploring history and architecture. Meet local business owners (if available) and savor dishes amounting to an average lunch, perfect for tourists and residents alike.

Carmel Small Group Walking Food & Cultural Tour unveils Carmel's charm through a 3-hour culinary journey. Sample diverse tastings, potentially including wine or cocktails, while exploring history and architecture. Meet local business owners (if available) and savor dishes amounting to an average lunch, perfect for tourists and residents alike.

San Francisco

Explore San Francisco's Chinatown on foot with the Chinatown Walking Tour: Food, History & Flavor. This tour takes visitors beyond the typical tourist spots to experience the hidden gems of this vibrant neighborhood. Instead of seeing Chinatown from a bus, people can discover its back alleys, food markets, and local restaurants. Participants will visit the iconic Dragon Gate, a traditional Chinese archway that marks the entrance to Chinatown. They will also wander through the bustling Stockton Street markets, where locals shop for fresh produce, seafood, and other Asian ingredients. A highlight includes a visit to the Golden Gate Fortune Cookie Factory, where they can see how fortune cookies are made by hand and enjoy a fresh sample. This culinary tour includes a feast of dim sum, BBQ pork buns, dumplings, and more at local favorite spots. All food and non-alcoholic drinks are covered, ensuring a satisfying culinary adventure. Participants will also explore Waverly Place, admiring the colorful temples tucked away in this hidden alley. The tour provides an unforgettable taste of Chinatown's authentic flavors and cultural heritage.

Explore San Francisco's Chinatown on foot with the Chinatown Walking Tour: Food, History & Flavor. This tour takes visitors beyond the typical tourist spots to experience the hidden gems of this vibrant neighborhood. Instead of seeing Chinatown from a bus, people can discover its back alleys, food markets, and local restaurants. Participants will visit the iconic Dragon Gate, a traditional Chinese archway that marks the entrance to Chinatown. They will also wander through the bustling Stockton Street markets, where locals shop for fresh produce, seafood, and other Asian ingredients. A highlight includes a visit to the Golden Gate Fortune Cookie Factory, where they can see how fortune cookies are made by hand and enjoy a fresh sample. This culinary tour includes a feast of dim sum, BBQ pork buns, dumplings, and more at local favorite spots. All food and non-alcoholic drinks are covered, ensuring a satisfying culinary adventure. Participants will also explore Waverly Place, admiring the colorful temples tucked away in this hidden alley. The tour provides an unforgettable taste of Chinatown's authentic flavors and cultural heritage.

San Francisco

Private Guided Tour in San Francisco offers an unforgettable exploration of the city's most iconic landmarks and hidden gems. This tour provides a unique opportunity to walk across the Golden Gate Bridge and discover the charming residential areas adorned with Victorian houses, including the famous Painted Ladies near Alamo Square. Explore the historic Haight-Ashbury neighborhood, immersing oneself in the history and dreams of the hippie movement. The tour includes key stops such as the Golden Gate Park, where you'll experience its natural beauty and culture. It also features neighborhood exploration and stops at panoramic viewpoints, offering breathtaking views of the city. This private tour includes visits to all sites listed in the program, ensuring a comprehensive experience. Please note that tipping ($40 to $65, depending on the number of participants) and transportation costs (approximately $5 per person for two buses or about $15 per taxi trip) are not included. With an experienced, local, and independent French-speaking guide, guests can tailor the itinerary to their preferences, offering the possibility of additional visits based on their interests. It is truly an experience where you will create memories that last a lifetime.

Private Guided Tour in San Francisco offers an unforgettable exploration of the city's most iconic landmarks and hidden gems. This tour provides a unique opportunity to walk across the Golden Gate Bridge and discover the charming residential areas adorned with Victorian houses, including the famous Painted Ladies near Alamo Square. Explore the historic Haight-Ashbury neighborhood, immersing oneself in the history and dreams of the hippie movement. The tour includes key stops such as the Golden Gate Park, where you'll experience its natural beauty and culture. It also features neighborhood exploration and stops at panoramic viewpoints, offering breathtaking views of the city. This private tour includes visits to all sites listed in the program, ensuring a comprehensive experience. Please note that tipping ($40 to $65, depending on the number of participants) and transportation costs (approximately $5 per person for two buses or about $15 per taxi trip) are not included. With an experienced, local, and independent French-speaking guide, guests can tailor the itinerary to their preferences, offering the possibility of additional visits based on their interests. It is truly an experience where you will create memories that last a lifetime.

San Francisco

Delicious Fun Food and History Tour: Explore San Francisco's North Beach with a local legend. Enjoy homemade tastes, meet artists, and delve into the Italian community's rich history. Discover hidden gems, artisan studios, and cultural landmarks on this engaging walking tour. Add Chinatown for more!

Delicious Fun Food and History Tour: Explore San Francisco's North Beach with a local legend. Enjoy homemade tastes, meet artists, and delve into the Italian community's rich history. Discover hidden gems, artisan studios, and cultural landmarks on this engaging walking tour. Add Chinatown for more!

San Francisco

Explore two of San Francisco's most exciting neighborhoods on the Chinatown & North Beach/Little Italy Walking Tour. This adventure awakens new flavors and embraces diverse cultures. Discover the secrets of Chinatown and North Beach as a local guide leads the way, offering a special experience of the city. What to Expect: The tour starts in Chinatown, where guests will explore hidden sites and taste moon cakes from one of the oldest bakeries. Guests will enjoy authentic Chinese and Italian spots, uncovering secrets that even locals might miss. Key stops include iconic places in Chinatown and North Beach, like the Dragon Gate. The tour includes generous tastings of local food and drinks. Guests can indulge in award-winning chocolate from Z. Cioccolato, savor local dim sum, and enjoy a traditional Chinese meal. Sip tea at a local Chinatown tea shop and taste authentic Italian pizza with wine at Mona Lisa Restaurant. The tour excludes gratuities but includes food, a glass of wine, and non-alcoholic drinks.

Explore two of San Francisco's most exciting neighborhoods on the Chinatown & North Beach/Little Italy Walking Tour. This adventure awakens new flavors and embraces diverse cultures. Discover the secrets of Chinatown and North Beach as a local guide leads the way, offering a special experience of the city. What to Expect: The tour starts in Chinatown, where guests will explore hidden sites and taste moon cakes from one of the oldest bakeries. Guests will enjoy authentic Chinese and Italian spots, uncovering secrets that even locals might miss. Key stops include iconic places in Chinatown and North Beach, like the Dragon Gate. The tour includes generous tastings of local food and drinks. Guests can indulge in award-winning chocolate from Z. Cioccolato, savor local dim sum, and enjoy a traditional Chinese meal. Sip tea at a local Chinatown tea shop and taste authentic Italian pizza with wine at Mona Lisa Restaurant. The tour excludes gratuities but includes food, a glass of wine, and non-alcoholic drinks.

San Francisco

San Francisco Chinatown Walking Tour: Explore vibrant streets, historic landmarks, and hidden alleys with an expert guide. Immerse yourself in the culture, visit herbal pharmacies, and sample fortune cookies. Discover Waverly Place and Stockton Street food markets, gaining a deeper appreciation for this authentic neighborhood.

San Francisco Chinatown Walking Tour: Explore vibrant streets, historic landmarks, and hidden alleys with an expert guide. Immerse yourself in the culture, visit herbal pharmacies, and sample fortune cookies. Discover Waverly Place and Stockton Street food markets, gaining a deeper appreciation for this authentic neighborhood.