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Victorian Home Walk Tour Take a trip back to San Francisco's rich Victorian past. Learn about the architecture, lifestyle and history of this fascinating era

Victorian Home Walking Tour - San Francisco©2006 Victorian Home Walk

Duration: 2 to 2.5 Hours

Departs from: Westin St. Francis Hotel lobby Union Square at the corner of Powell and Geary streets.

Price from:
$20.00 (USD)

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Victorian Home Walking Tour San Francisco

Whether you're a first-time traveler or a frequent visitor to the Bay Area, on the Victorian Home Walk you'll get the real flavor of San Francisco, much more than you could with any other tour. Even die-hard natives discover new interests and enjoy learning about the City's architecture and history. You'll be awestruck by the opulence of the Victorian mansions. Amazingly, many of these splendid estates are still single-family homes.

One of the most popular stops on the tour is the house where "Mrs. Doubtfire" was filmed, site of the wild birthday party menagerie. Another favorite is a gorgeous Italianate Villa, built in 1865 for a wagon and carriage manufacturer.

Your Guides:

Jay Gifford

As a resident of San Francisco for 24 years, I have a great passion for our city's trademark architecture, Victorians. I created Victorian Home Walk to give people a chance to appreciate the Victorians the way San Francisco natives do, and to offer the seasoned traveler a tour "off the beaten path."
I am an active member of the San Francisco Convention and Visitors Bureau, San Francisco Tour Guide Guild, IGLTA, The Victorian Alliance, and San Francisco Architectural Heritage.

Shonna Sinclair

I have been a tour guide with Victorian Home Walk for six years, and lived in San Francisco for 18 years. I'm proud of living here -- I think this is one of the most beautiful and exciting cities in the world -- and I enjoy being able to share my insider's knowledge with visitors as well as locals.

Location: Westin St. Francis Hotel lobby Union Square at the corner of Powell and Geary streets.
Schedule: Daily 11:00 AM
            

Itinerary

Victorian Home Walking Tour - San Francisco©2006 Victorian Home Walk

Victorian Walking Tour Sightseeing Highlights Include:

  • Explore lushly decorated interior of Queen Anne Style Victorian.
  • Over 200 meticulously restored Victorians on tour.
  • Learn to appreciate the difference between Queen Anne, Italianate, and Stick-Style Victorian architecture.
  • Visit famous locations! See the Victorian where "Mrs. Doubtfire" was filmed and the Victorian featured in "Party of Five" television show.
  • Tour area includes Japantown, Pacific Heights and the Union Street shopping district (Cow Hollow).
  • Walk past beautifully manicured gardens in Pacific Heights.
  • Enjoy spectacular views of San Francisco Bay including Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz.
  • Experience the local side of San Francisco with tree-lined streets and local shops.
  • Go "off the beaten path" where tour buses and mini vans are prohibited.
  • See San Francisco with a knowledgeable Guide to make your visit even more special.
            

Prices

Victorian Home Walk San Francisco
Daily 11:00 AM

Duration:
2 to 2.5 Hours

Regular PriceDiscountInternet Price
Adult$20.00$20.00

Victorian Home Walk Tour Take a trip back to San Francisco's rich Victorian past. Learn about the architecture, lifestyle and history of this fascinating era. The walk is easy, the pace leisurely, and there are no hills to climb.

Victorian Home Walk Tour has the lowest all inclusive prices. No hidden extras. Rates include tax and fees.

            

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