Learn about the incredible and vibrant history of the most famous gayborhood in the world: San Francisco's Castro District!
We'll learn about the lives of the activists and other political leaders who made it possible for Harvey Milk to be elected the first openly gay politician in the United States- while experiencing the Castro's shift from a quiet family neighborhood to a culturally LGBTQ+ district.
We'll also visit the first memorial to honor the gay men killed in the Holocaust, in addition to the LGBT History museum before discussing the pivotal role played by the lesbian nurses during the HIV/AIDs epidemic.
Our time together will end with a visit to Harvey Milk's camera shop, resi...
Highlights
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Guided Tour
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
Harvey Milk Plaza
You'll meet your guide in front of SoulCycle at Harvey Milk Plaza (400 Castro St) outside of, not inside of, the transit center
Return
18th Street & Castro Street
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Learn about the incredible and vibrant history of the most famous gayborhood in the world: San Francisco's Castro District!
We'll learn about the lives of the activists and other political leaders who made it possible for Harvey Milk to be elected the first openly gay politician in the United States- while experiencing the Castro's shift from a quiet family neighborhood to a culturally LGBTQ+ district.
We'll also visit the first memorial to honor the gay men killed in the Holocaust, in addition to the LGBT History museum before discussing the pivotal role played by the lesbian nurses during the HIV/AIDs epidemic.
Our time together will end with a visit to Harvey Milk's camera shop, resi...
Highlights
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Guided Tour
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
Harvey Milk Plaza
You'll meet your guide in front of SoulCycle at Harvey Milk Plaza (400 Castro St) outside of, not inside of, the transit center
Return
18th Street & Castro Street
Itinerary
1
GLBT Historical Society Museum
Home to the original rainbow flag, a piece of the HIV/AIDs Memorial Quilt, and many of Jose Sarria's personal items.
2
Harvey Milk Plaza
The gathering place of the gay community that resulted in the White Night Riots.
10 minutes
3
Twin Peaks Tavern
An iconic gay bar that has been in business over 50 years and did not block out their windows (as was customary for gay bars) when they originally opened.
4
Cliff's Variety
The first store in San Francisco to hire openly gay workers.
5
Castro Theatre
One of the last palatial-style theaters from the 1920's.
