Alamo Square and its Painted Ladies

Neighborhood: Western Addition

Description

While standing in Alamo Square park across from the iconic Painted Ladies, famously known as Post-card row, visitors will see the incredible views of the San Francisco skyline.

Beyond the Painted ladies, this official Historic District Neighborhood is home to countless other examples of Victorian architecture; including, Italianate, San Francisco Stick and of course the elegant Queen Anne homes. On Sunny days, the neighborhood and its park fill up with tourists and dog-walkers. In addition to the stunning views, you’ll hear many intriguing tales of how this neighborhood came to be while witnessing one of most complete collections of the era’s architecture.

It’s an historic district that’s more than meets the eye—come along on a journey through time.

Next Tours

  • Saturday, November 16 at 11:00 am given by Elizabeth O.Sign Up
  • Sunday, November 17 at 11:00 am given by Kaitlyn W.Sign Up
  • Saturday, November 23 at 11:00 am given by Lois B.Sign Up
  • Saturday, December 7 at 11:00 am given by Kaitlyn W.Sign Up
  • Saturday, December 14 at 11:00 am given by Lois B.Sign Up
  • Wednesday, December 25 at 11:00 am given by Elizabeth O.Sign Up
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Notes

Tour Length: Approximately 1-1/2 to 2 hours

 

Location

Meet in front of 824 Grove Street. Public transportation: MUNI lines 21, 22, 5.

 

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Please note: Private group tours required for groups of 8 or more.