San Francisco: LGBTQ History Small-Group Guided Walking Tour
Meet your local guide for the walking tour of the iconic Castro neighborhood. Visit the historic Castro Theatre, with its Spanish Colonial Baroque architecture, and learn about how the district got its name. Continue to visit several historical sites related to Harvey Milk, the gay rights activist and famous San Francisco politician. See his home, his photo shop, and the campaign headquarters for his political activities. Next, visit the Pink Triangle Memorial Park, the Rainbow Honor Walk Project, the AIDS Quilt Names Project, and the Human Rights Campaign. This moving, empowering, and informative tour gives you authentic insights into San Francisco's history as a center for LGBTQ rights and activism. The tour ends back at the original starting point.
Highlights
- ✓This small-group walking tour helps keep your sightseeing personal
- ✓Have the special chance to explore the Castro with a longtime resident
- ✓Discover insider facts and stories you'd miss if exploring alone
- ✓This tour is great for anyone interested in San Franciso's LGBTQ history
What you'll see & do
- ✓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!
- ✓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!
- ✓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.
What's included
- ✓Local guide
What's not included
- ✓Gratuities
- ✓Hotel pickup and drop-off
Good to know
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Tours operate rain or shine
Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
Cancellation policy
This experience is non-refundable — once booked, it can’t be changed or refunded.
San Francisco: LGBTQ History Small-Group Guided Walking Tour
Meet your local guide for the walking tour of the iconic Castro neighborhood. Visit the historic Castro Theatre, with its Spanish Colonial Baroque architecture, and learn about how the district got its name. Continue to visit several historical sites related to Harvey Milk, the gay rights activist and famous San Francisco politician. See his home, his photo shop, and the campaign headquarters for his political activities. Next, visit the Pink Triangle Memorial Park, the Rainbow Honor Walk Project, the AIDS Quilt Names Project, and the Human Rights Campaign. This moving, empowering, and informative tour gives you authentic insights into San Francisco's history as a center for LGBTQ rights and activism. The tour ends back at the original starting point.
Highlights
- ✓This small-group walking tour helps keep your sightseeing personal
- ✓Have the special chance to explore the Castro with a longtime resident
- ✓Discover insider facts and stories you'd miss if exploring alone
- ✓This tour is great for anyone interested in San Franciso's LGBTQ history
What you'll see & do
- ✓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!
- ✓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!
- ✓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.
What's included
- ✓Local guide
What's not included
- ✓Gratuities
- ✓Hotel pickup and drop-off
Good to know
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Tours operate rain or shine
Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
Cancellation policy
This experience is non-refundable — once booked, it can’t be changed or refunded.