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Cable Cars

San Francisco, CA
415 673 6864
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Ranked #38 of 234 activities in San Francisco
Type: Trams
Owner description: Since 1873, cable cars have run up and down the hilly city, though after the 1950s, these cars have been kept in operation more out of historic... more » Owner description: Since 1873, cable cars have run up and down the hilly city, though after the 1950s, these cars have been kept in operation more out of historic nostalgia. Seventeen miles of track remain and have been deemed a historical landmark. « less
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Brussels, Belgium
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23 reviews 23 reviews
9 attraction reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

The must do activity. We took the cable car from the end point not far from Ghirardelly till the Powell. It's so much fun. The waiting time is around 45-60 min ll day long, apart if you come early morning or late in the ev. The most fun is of course if you hang outside of the train. If you... More

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Edmonton, Canada
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45 attraction reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

hang off the side just like on tv. it was fun...steep and the operators are super friendly. They are very professional. Sometimes in the evening, if it isn't busy you can ring the bell and yes...even in your mid 30s that is fun!

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Saint Paul, Minnesota
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6 attraction reviews
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15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

We grabbed the Cable Car and rode from one terminus to the other. With me using a walker, it wasn't too bad getting through the line or even climbing up on the car. We ended up sitting in the front facing seats and had a decent view but Diana said it was much more enjoyable on the way back when... More

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Fairfax, Va
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58 attraction reviews
Reviews in 41 cities Reviews in 41 cities
36 helpful votes 36 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

A little pricey at $6 (cash only) a person to go a few miles, but how can you come to San Fran and not ride the cable car, once. We even went looking for a box of Rice-a-roni to take fun photos (but found none). The ride was fun but very crowded. We were told to avoid the turnaround (crowds)... More

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Wake Forest, North Carolina, United States
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17 attraction reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

How can you not ride an authentic cable car when visiting San Fran. It's a little pricey for a round trip and plan on getting packed in like a sardine. I would recommend boarding at one of the street stops instead of Market Street cause you'll wait there for hours. We rode on the back of the car, which had... More

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Niteroi, RJ
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

While in SF, don't miss a Cable Car ride, it's cool. Don't need more than half an hour to make the trip from Hyde St. at Fisherman's Warf to Union Square.

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Enfield, New Hampshire, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

Okay, so waiting over 1 1/2 hours to get on the cable car was not so fun but what a ride when you get on. Try to get up front on the outside for a great view. Came back at night and seeing the lights of the Bay Bridge and streets lit up was beautiful.

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Guangzhou, China
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8 attraction reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

Good fun for sure, but not the most efficient way to travel. Worth doing, but if youre not afraid of walking, that is in some cases recommended. Travelling upwards yes, but along the wharf no.

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Broken Hill, Australia
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

The ride was good but the driver was just a rude arrogant piece of Garbage. He is clearly in the wrong job if he can't deal with people! He was yelling at us to get back in the car properly and knocked a blocks arm out of the road as he accidentally got in his way while trying to take... More

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Poole, United Kingdom
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3 attraction reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013

Oh my they are fabulous fun. We bought the all day ticket which included all the different routes. We really got our money's worth and had great fun. The museum is worth a visit too

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