Walking Tour of Nob Hill - Cable Cars, Luxury Hotels, French-Gothic Cathedral
Overview
When Robert Louis Stevenson visited San Francisco in 1879, he declared, "Nob Hill, the Hill of Palaces, must certainly be counted the best part of San Francisco. It is here that millionaires gathered together, vying with each other in display". My Nob Hill tour is a 2-hour walking photo-shoot tour that starts with a Cable Car ride and a visit to a French Gothic Cathedral and ends at the Top of the Mark on the 19th floor of the InterContinental Mark Hopkins Hotel for photographs and beverages at sunset.
The eclectic history of Nob Hill includes:
* The Gold Rush (not the San Francisco 49r cheerleaders)
* The Silver Bonanza (not including Ben Cartwright, Ben, Hoss or Little Joe)
* The Transcontinental Railroad
* The 1906 Earthquake and Fire, and
* A spectacular French-Gothic design Episcopal Cathedral that took nearly 40 years to build.
The opportunities for photography are endless on Nob Hill!
What's Included
- 20 of the best photos for digital download and a few specially edited photos for each person.
- Guided sightseeing experience with a photographer, blogger, content creator and certified guide
- OPTIONAL: Alcoholic Beverages
- OPTIONAL: Cable Car (or Uber transportation if necessary)
Meeting Location
Embarcadero Center
San Francisco, CA 94111, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
California Street
San Francisco, CA 94108, USA
Tour ends with beverages at sunset at the Top of the Mark in the InterContinental Mark Hopkins Hotel.
What To Expect
Cable Car Museum (Pass By)
Financial District (Pass By)
Chinatown (Pass By)
Huntington Park
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Grace Cathedral
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Fairmont Hotel Valet Parking Lot #350
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
The InterContinental Mark Hopkins building
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Frequently Asked Questions
(7)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Walking Tour of Nob Hill – Cable Cars, Luxury Hotels, French-Gothic Cathedral?
A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (PDT). Read more Apr 2025
Reviews
Average 5.00 out of 5 stars based on 2 traveler reviews collected by Cool San Francisco and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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