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Join us in exploring Pacific Heights with its colorful Victorian row houses, famous mansions, and beautiful gardens. Learn the history of San Francisco through its architecture ! A great introduction into the local side of San Francisco. Established...more

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Hours Today: 11:00 AM - 1:30 PM

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Suggested duration: 2-3 hours

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Union Square, Corner of Powell and Post, San Francisco, CA 94102

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Mary U

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Reviewed 13 August 2018

Wow! What a terrific tour! A must-do in SF for visitors as well as locals.

I live in the Bay Area and I really want to get to know San Francisco better. This tour was a great way to get to learn more about the history and neighborhoods of SF, as well as the Victorians and the changes in the...More

Thank Mary U

A big part of the tour is explaining the history of San Francisco through it’s architecture. You bring out this point very well. Thank you!

Laurelsan

North Salt Lake, Utah

19696

Reviewed 9 August 2018

A Must-Do in San Fran!

We loved the Victorian Home Walk Tour! It’s a must do in San Francisco! It is about 2 hours and on select days of the week meeting at 11am at Union Square. Our guide, Jay, was exactly where he said he would be and was...More

Thank Laurelsan

Thankyou for taking the time to write a detailed review! The tour tour involves a lot more than just Victorian Homes. There is something for everyone on this walk!!

WanderingHobbits

Springfield, Illinois

13

Reviewed 31 July 2018

Immersive San Francisco Experience

Review of: Architecture Walk

It seemed like a SF sort of thing to do - a little history, a little architecture, a little walking. What a gem of a tour. Jay is knowledgeable and enthusiastic about the Victorians and about the neighborhoods we walked through. It was my first...More

3 Thank WanderingHobbits

This tour is great for the first time visitor and the local who has lived here all their life. The information comes from the homeowners making the tour a unique experience for all!

Brooke B

2012

Reviewed 27 July 2018

Smart, Funny, and Educational

Review of: Architecture Walk

My husband and I recently experienced the Victorian Home Walking Tour, and were blown away by the experience. Jay is a knowledgeable and engaging tour guide whose love for his city shows throughout the tour. Among the many things we learned on this tour are...More

1 Thank Brooke B

The emphasis of the tour is Victorian architecture, but we cover other styles as well. You learn the history of San Francisco through the evolution of its architecture.

Jean S

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Reviewed 17 July 2018

Fantastic Tour!

Review of: Architecture Walk

The tour was fun and well organized. Jay was very knowledgeable and personable. My husband and I really enjoyed the tour and whole heartedly recommend it.

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bstrautman

New York City, New York

32

Reviewed 9 July 2018

Wonderful Tour!

Review of: Architecture Walk

This tour allowed us to experience something we would never have known to do on our own. We learned about the various kinds of architecture - the famous people who inhabited some of the homes - and were fascinated by how knowledgeable the guide was.

1 Thank bstrautman

You make a good point. This tour brings you to places completely off the beaten track. We go where tour buses are not allowed!

nationalroadsound

Greenfield, Indiana

1

Reviewed 23 June 2018 via mobile

Awesome tour

Fantastic walking tour with Jay! Very entertaining with lots of great historical information and context. Would highly recommend for a great day in San Francisco

Thank nationalroadsound

Thanks for emphasizing the “entertainment” aspect of the tour. I try to make the tour a learning experience and lots of fun! History should not be boring.

Preston W

Lorena, Texas

144

Reviewed 16 April 2018

Fascinating tour of Victorian San Francisco

My wife and I live in a Victorian home in Texas, so we decided to take the Victorian Home Walk on Saturday morning in San Francisco. Jay was extremely informative, explaining the three periods of Victorian architecture and examining the details of the homes. Starting...More

Thank Preston W

Thank you for a wonderful review! I am glad you enjoyed lunch after the tour. It’s a good reminder to folks that after the tour we end on Union Street which is full of great lunch spots!

Katie S

Ann Arbor, Michigan

2311

Reviewed 3 April 2018

Amazing Tour

My husband and I live in a historic home in Ann Arbor, MI, so we decided to take this tour. It was so cool! Jay was super informative and made for a great host. I would highly recommend this tour. Also, the tour is more...More

1 Thank Katie S

Good point! This tour is low impact and involves no hills.

Sharon B

Sydney, Australia

91

Reviewed 1 April 2018

San Francisco's Victorians - Victorian Home Walk

I loved this walking tour, I honestly learnt so much about San Francisco's architecture as well as its history. The tour felt like an easy stroll but was jam packed with information and plenty to see. Definitely more than worthwhile and I thoroughly recommend it...More

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Michele H

Great day today with jay but were we supposed to tip him? 🤭

9 September 2018|

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Tips are optional. However, taking the time to review online and word of mouth to friends is really appreciated! Jay

Jennifer H

Are children allowed on tours? I have a 3-year-old little girl who will be traveling with my husband and me.

6 April 2017|

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Yes, children are allowed. I get many participants with small children. Effective January 2017 the tour operates three days a week (from five). Tour open Friday, Saturday and Monday. There are still some old brochures... More