Ferry Building

Description

For much of the early 20th century, nobody traversed the Bay without going through the Ferry Building. At its peak in the 1930s, it was the second-busiest travel hub in the world, shuttling more than 50,000 people both to and from San Francisco each day.

When the city built its famous Golden Gate and Bay Bridges, ferry travel dropped dramatically and the building suffered for decades. City officials took notice and renovated the Embarcadero over the ‘90s, helping transform the Ferry Building into a world-class food market focusing on local artisan creations. Today, it remains an iconic landmark of the waterfront (and a popular establishing shot for movies set in San Francisco).

Join us on a wondrous trip through the centerpiece of the shoreline. We’ll spend time walking the Embarcadero, as well as exploring the gorgeous nave and shops of the building. Be amazed at the wholesale transformation of one of San Francisco’s most important structures — and catch a view of the Bay to die for.

Next Tours

• Saturday, January 3 at 10:30 am given by Marc I.Sign Up
• Tuesday, January 6 at 12:00 pm given by Anne H.Sign Up
• Saturday, January 10 at 10:00 am given by Alina C.Sign Up
• Tuesday, January 13 at 12:00 pm given by Armando F.Sign Up
• Saturday, January 17 at 10:30 am given by Zoë H.Sign Up
• Tuesday, January 20 at 12:00 pm given by Mary M.Sign Up
• Saturday, January 24 at 10:30 am given by Paula-Jo H.Sign Up
• Tuesday, January 27 at 12:00 pm given by Kathleen C.Sign Up
• Saturday, January 31 at 10:30 am given by France S.Sign Up
• Tuesday, February 3 at 10:30 am given by TBDSign Up

Notes

Tour Length: Approximately 60 to 75 minutes.