San Francisco Urban Hiking and Brewpub Tour

See epic views of the iconic sites of San Francisco’s northern neighborhoods in this 5-mile small-group, locally-led urban hike that takes you from city sidewalks to park trails ending at a local favorite brewpub in a lesser-known neighborhood in time for happy hour.
Learn about life in San Francisco while understanding how history shaped the urban landscape we experience today – from the battles over bike lanes to the private enclave off the city grid – shared with humor and realism. Get top tips from your guide on other authentic San Francisco experiences to make your visit unique. She has seen it all and can help you discover the best San Francisco for you.

We’ll cover about 450 feet of elevation gain over gradual hills at a moderate pace with lots of opportunities for photos. Good walking shoes and layers are all you'll need.

Meeting Point

850 Marina Blvd

850 Marina Blvd, San Francisco, CA 94123, USA

Meet on the edge of the bike/walking path and the grassy area of Little Marina Green. The 30-Stockton bus drops visitors directly at Little Marina Green (stop at Mason St & Yacht Rd/Crissy East Beach) in the vicinity of the Palace of Fine Arts.

What's included:

• Professional guide

What to expect:

Duration: 3 hours

Golden Gate Bridge

San Francisco, 94129, California

We won't go onto the Golden Gate Bridge, but will pause for photos at some of the best viewpoints of it in the city.

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Palace of Fine Arts Theatre

3301 Lyon Street, , San Francisco, 94123-1002, California

We'll walk through the main promenade of the Palace of Fine Arts with plenty of time for photos.

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Presidio

San Francisco, California

We'll explore the sidewalks and side trails of the Presidio with several viewpoints and a nice mix of city and nature.

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Yoda fountain

1 Letterman Dr, San Francisco, 94129-1494, California

See the famous Yoda fountain as we pass by on our way from the Palace of Fine Arts to Tunnel Top park with time for photos.

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Presidio Tunnel Tops

210 Lincoln Blvd, San Francisco, 94129-1705, California

We'll explore a good portion of Tunnel Tops Park and pause at some amazing viewpoints for photos. There are also restrooms available at this location.

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San Francisco National Cemetery

1 Lincoln Blvd, San Francisco, 94129-1705, California

With views from below and above, appreciate the magnitude of the 30,000 veterans and family members buried here.

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Presidio Terrace

San Francisco, California

Get a glimpse of the mansions that make up San Francisco's first planned development on the city's west side.

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Mountain Lake

Mountain Lake, San Francisco, CA 94129, USA

Pass by the lake via the adjoining park as the last amount of walking (and last bathroom stop) before reaching our final destination.

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