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

• Tuesday, October 8 at 12:00 pm given by Mary M.Sign Up
• Saturday, October 12 at 10:00 am given by Alina C.Sign Up
• Tuesday, October 15 at 12:00 pm given by Susan S.Sign Up
• Saturday, October 19 at 10:00 am given by TBDSign Up
• Tuesday, October 22 at 12:00 pm given by Anne H.Sign Up
• Saturday, October 26 at 10:00 am given by TBDSign Up
• Tuesday, October 29 at 12:00 pm given by France S.Sign Up
• Saturday, November 2 at 10:00 am given by Jim K.Sign Up
• Tuesday, November 5 at 12:00 pm given by Mary M.Sign Up
• Saturday, November 9 at 10:00 am given by TBDSign Up

Notes

Tour Length: Approximately 60 to 75 minutes.