Downtown San Francisco includes the Financial District, Civic Center, Union Square, and parts of South of Market (SOMA). It is home to many museums, galleries, theaters, civic buildings, and some of the city’s best restaurants.
San Francisco City Guides offers over twenty tours within the downtown core, all conveniently located within walking distance from our Premier Sponsor, the Jay Hotel. This allows you to seamlessly start or end your day at the Jay, dining on the Third Floor, or enjoying cocktails on the Terrace.
Whether you are here for business or leisure, San Francisco City Guides provides a convenient and enjoyable way to explore our beautiful city. For a more intimate experience with your loved ones or colleagues, consider booking a Private Group Tour with us.
Our downtown tours, led by knowledgeable and passionate guides, cover a wide range of subjects including art, architecture, history, landmarks, social history, and Uniquely San Francisco topics. The frequency and times of these tours vary, ensuring there is always something new to discover.
1840s San Francisco and the Astonishing Legacy of America’s First Black Millionaire
A Touch of Glass in San Francisco’s Commercial Architecture
Alfred Hitchcock’s San Francisco
Architectural Gems South of Market
Cable Cars: Halfway to the Stars
Chinatown Family Associations, Tongs and Gangs
City Hall and the Civic Center
Clubland – Architecture and Culture of San Francisco
Embarcadero Skyway and Art Tour
Gardens in the Sky: Salesforce Transit Center and Rooftop Park
Historic Market Street: Path of Gold
Making Waves on the Waterfront
