1850’s San Francisco: Paris Of The Pacific
Neighborhood: Downtown
Description
Everyone in France heard the rumors. Or saw the news reports “of gold mines…fabulous riches awaiting only the hands of miners to be picked up.” Some packed their bags and set off for California. These French left their mark on the culture of the booming city. The French influenced society, especially in food and fashion. Without them, it’s hard to imagine San Francisco becoming our sophisticated, cosmopolitan metropolis.
We will walk through the heart of Gold Rush San Francisco and learn the stories of some of the thousands of French who influenced the City’s development with restaurants, bakeries, shops, laundries, banks and bordellos. From the Gold Rush to today, San Francisco has been the “Paris of the Pacific!”
Next Tours
- Friday, October 11 at 11:00 am given by Ann S.Sign Up
- Saturday, October 12 at 11:00 am given by Daniel M.Sign Up
- Saturday, October 19 at 11:00 am given by Susan S.Sign Up
- Sunday, October 20 at 10:30 am given by Bruce B.Sign Up
- Tuesday, October 22 at 11:00 am given by Rose F.Sign Up
- Saturday, October 26 at 11:00 am given by Anne H.Sign Up
- Saturday, November 2 at 11:00 am given by Rose F.Sign Up
- Friday, November 8 at 11:00 am given by Ann S.Sign Up
- Saturday, November 9 at 11:00 am given by Daniel M.Sign Up
- Thursday, November 14 at 11:00 am given by Carol W.Sign Up
Notes
Tour Length: Approximately 1-1/2 to 2 hours
Please note: Private group tours required for groups of 8 or more.