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Join us on the San Francisco LGBTQ Walking Tour with a Local Guide and experience the vibrant and diverse culture of the Castro district. Celebrating 34 years of Pride, Cruisin' the Castro is the city's first and only Legacy Business Tour Company, recognized for its commitment to the community and its cultural significance. This tour is not just fun and fascinating, but also educational, offering a unique opportunity to explore the spectrum of sexual and gender diversity and the ongoing struggle for equal rights in America. Led by a local resident, professional tour guide, and civil rights activist, you will visit twice as many tour stops, immersing yourself in the colorful sights of the largest LGBTQ community in the world. Don't miss out on this rare chance to learn, connect, and celebrate the LGBTQ history and achievements in San Francisco. Book your spot now and be a part of this unforgettable experience.

About this experience

Non Refundable There is no return, refund or cancellation possible with this product
Admission Included
2 hours
Suitable for 1-9 Participants
Small Group Tour, Private Tour
Guided Experience

Highlights

Explore the largest LGBTQ community in the world
Learn about LGBTQ culture, diversity, and history
Walk in the footsteps of civil rights leader Harvey Milk
Discover the origins of the rainbow flag
Gain insight into the ongoing struggle for LGBTQ rights

Included

Local guide

Not included

Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off

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Introduction:

Welcome to the San Francisco LGBTQ Walking Tour with Local Guide! As San Francisco's first and ONLY Legacy Business Tour Company, Cruisin' the Castro Walking tours has been celebrating 34 years of pride. This distinguished recognition highlights their commitment to the community and their invaluable cultural contribution to the City & County of San Francisco.

What to expect?

Embark on a thrilling and educational journey exploring the vibrant LGBTQ community of San Francisco. This immersive 2-hour tour offers twice as many stops as any other tour, providing a unique opportunity to delve into the spectrum of sexual and gender diversity and the ongoing struggle for equal rights in America. Led by a passionate local resident, professional tour guide, and civil rights activist, you can expect to gain a deep understanding of LGBTQ culture, history, and experience.

Who is this for?

This tour is perfect for anyone seeking to embrace LGBTQ culture and history in one of the most progressive cities in the world. Whether you identify as LGBTQ or an ally, this inclusive experience welcomes individuals from all walks of life. Open your mind and broaden your horizons as you explore the historical sights that have shaped not only a community but also a worldwide culture.

Why book this?

Book this captivating walking tour to discover the captivating stories and places that define LGBTQ history in San Francisco. Unlike any other tour, Cruisin' the Castro offers an unparalleled opportunity to uncover over 20 historical sites that span from the Gold Rush era to World War II, celebrated civil rights leader Harvey Milk, the AIDS epidemic, and the iconic Rainbow Honor Walk. Led by a local expert and TripAdvisor "Hall of Fame" member, this tour guarantees an immersive experience filled with insight and inspiration.

Good to know:

Join the tour at SOUL CYCLE, 400 Castro Street, the heart of the Castro district. The total duration of the tour is 120 minutes, packed with informative and engaging stops along the way. Prepare to learn about significant LGBTQ figures, the creation of the rainbow flag, and the ongoing fight for equal rights in America regarding employment, housing, and public accommodations. Be sure to bring comfortable shoes, an open mind, and a desire to deepen your understanding of LGBTQ history and culture.

Reviews:

Customers have raved about their experiences on the San Francisco LGBTQ Walking Tour with Local Guide. They praise the knowledgeable and passionate tour guide, who provides fascinating insights into the city's LGBTQ community and history. Many individuals commend the tour for its comprehensive coverage of important historical sites, shedding light on the struggles and achievements of the LGBTQ movement. Reviewers express gratitude for the enlightening and educational nature of the tour and highly recommend it to anyone interested in LGBTQ history or seeking a unique cultural experience in San Francisco.

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How long before the event do I need to book?

You can book at any time before the event

Vouchers accepted in the following formats

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Is an adult required for the booking?

At least one adult or senior required per booking

Meeting point & End point

We meet at SOUL CYCLE, 400 Castro Street, which is on the corner of Castro & Market Streets.

400 Castro St, 400 Castro St, San Francisco, CA 94114, US

Your Itinerary

The Castro

Come cruise the Castro on this fun and comprehensive 2-hour tour! Celebrating 30 years of walking with PRIDE, Cruisin' the Castro Walking Tour is San Francisco's premier tour company! Learn about LGBTQ culture, diversity and the lack of civil rights in America. Explore the many historical sights that has shaped a community as well as, a world wide culture. No other tour offers over 20 historical sites that span from the Gold Rush, World War II, civil rights leader, Harvey Milk, the AIDS epidemic, the Rainbow Honor Walk and beyond! Cruisin' the Castro Walking Tours is conducted by a long time local resident, historian and community activist. Recognized as a TripAdvisor "Hall of Fame" member since 2011!

Admission Included

Harvey Milk Plaza

Learn how Harvey Milk arrived and became the 1st openly gay male politician to serve public office in United States and a Civil Rights Activist. Find out how the rainbow flag was created!

Admission Included

Human Rights Campaign Action Center and Store

Harvey Milk's original camera shop, campaign headquarters and resident. It is now the home of the Human Rights Campaign Action Center and Store. Learn how LGBTQ people do not have equal rights in employment, housing and public accommodations today.

Reviews

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5 (573)

Joel_G

This is our second time in 8 years taking this tour of the Castro with Kathy and this time was equally as amazing as the previous. A truly impassioned tour guide providing local knowledge and history in a no-nonsense manner. Kathy is friendly and takes a genuine interest in her tour companions. The tour is a must do whenever visiting San Francisco.

A7587KZmarkd

We were visiting San Francisco for just a few days and were curios to find out more about LGBTQ history in the city, in particular the Castro district, so famous for queer culture. We met up easily with Kathy and the small group we would walk with and we were honestly blown away by the tour. Kathy is so passionate and knowledgeable about the history of the community we learnt so much. And being a small group we all got to share our own stories (the group members that day were from all over the world). Getting a chance to see a part of the original quilt from the AIDS epidemic, and many other significant sights, was quite moving. Highly recommend this tour to any visitor wanting to learn and grow as an individual! 10/10

691maximilianw

Interesting tour through this wonderful district with a pretty cool tour guide. Thank you very much for teaching the importance of being visible and demanding our rights!

Hunt D

Excellent tour. Really informative and emotional at times. Definitely worth it and would recommend to anyone wanting to learn about San Francisco’s LGBT history, dating back to the Gold Rush of the 1800’s!

Huston_D

Great tour of the Castro and all it's history! Kathy did an amazing job of bringing the history, culture and biology of the LGBTQ+ community. A very pleasant stroll through the neighborhood highlighted by Harvey Milk and other community contributions. Definitely recommend!

202satokok

Excellent tour. I had good experiences more than expected. Kathy, tour guide leaded us with so much passion and love. Thank you.

HokieJAC

I had an absolute ball with Kathy who provides an informative talk and tour of the Castro district. She is highly involved with the community and welcomes conversation with guests. If you are a touchy conservative, this tour might not be for you, but if you want to learn about the largest LGBTQ+ community in the USA (maybe the world?), this is a great tour to take!

dakotap616

We came to San Francisco during Pride Month to celebrate my fiancé's graduation and because I have always wanted to visit the Castro. We booked this tour last minute as our first excursion of the trip, and it was absolutely phenomenal. We came on the tour with two of our older lesbian friends, and each of us took something different away from this tour. Kathy was so knowledgeable and funny. I would recommend this to anyone interested in LGBT history or wanting to learn more about America's first gayborhood. Kathy also gives out coupons to the GLBT History Museum, which was a great perk since it was on our to-do list! We went the following day and had a great time.

Marilyne T

We were very satisfied by this tour. Kathy (the guide) manage the sense of entertaining with a hint of irony. The tour's content was highly relevant.

bgraboski

Kathy was a wonderful tour guide and historian of the Castro neighborhood. So much history went on here that you probably aren't aware of. It isn't just a neighborhood tour, its a walking history tour.

Collected by Evendo, Tripadvisor & Viator

2024-05-16 22:02

San Francisco LGBTQ Walking Tour with Local Guide