Ever wondered why San Francisco is called “Everyone’s Favorite City”? Kick off the tour with a scenic stroll down Nob Hill. A centerpiece of liberal arts and culture. Multiple car chases took place here – both real & film. Even Hitchcock shot his masterpiece, Vertigo here. Let our local guide take you even deeper into the Bay Area’s centerpiece. Get a drop of heaven in one of America’s largest churches. The thrilling labyrinths of Grace Cathedral. Explore the nuts and bolts of the Cable Car Museum. Dive into the history of this mass transit system. And plenty more waiting for you behind the curtains. San Francisco is a movie set that’s come to life.

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Highlights

  • Discover Nob Hill, a hub of arts, culture, and cinematic history.
  • Explore Grace Cathedral's labyrinths and America's largest churches.
  • Unveil the Cable Car Museum's history and San Francisco's transit secrets.

Included

  • Professional local tour guide

Route & Duration

Duration
Duration
2 hours
  • 1

    Nob Hill

    You will explore one of the wealthiest and most privileged areas of San Francisco. The gothic-style architecture will impress you.

  • 2

    Fairmont San Francisco

    The Fairmont was the place to “see and be seen”. Its impressive Art-Deco supper club, the Venetian Room, was where hotel guests could rub shoulders with celebrities.

  • 3

    Grace Cathedral

    The cathedral is famed for its mosaics by Jan Henryk De Rosen, a replica of Ghiberti's Gates of Paradise, two labyrinths, varied stained glass windows, Keith Haring AIDS Chapel altarpiece, and medieval and contemporary furnishings, as well as its forty-four bell carillon, three organs, and choirs.

  • 4

    Cable Car Museum

    The cable speed is 9 1/2 MPH according to the museum site. There are currently 40 cars in service: 28 "single-enders" serve the Powell Street routes and 12 "double-enders" serve the California Street route.

Meeting Point

We will meet at Nob Hill in front of the bar "Hyde Out"
Nob Hill, San Francisco, CA, USA See Map

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.