LGBTQ Tour: A Proud Walk through the Castro Neighborhood
Explore the LGBTQ history of the Castro neighborhood on foot. Whatever your sexual orientation, you are sure to have fun! Your local guide will stroll with you through this fascinating neighborhood, pointing out local landmarks and historical sites. You will learn about the important role this area played as an epicenter of gay rights: from the election of Harvey Milk to City Supervisor as the first openly gay man in the state of California to the LGBT activism that followed in the 1980s and its ongoing mission. Pass by Harvey Milk’s former residence and the Harvey Milk Plaza. Take pictures at the Rainbow Honor Walk Project, which honors LGBT pioneers. Pink Triangle Memorial Park is a tribute to the LGBT people killed during Hitler’s Nazi regime. You will also recall the AIDS pandemic in the 80s and learn about the first gay pride parade in 1970, which has become an institution in San Francisco. (It’s a must-attend if you are in town in late June). You will gain a greater appreciation of the country’s lack of civil rights protections for this diverse and widespread community. Explore the many historical events and sites that have shaped the Castro community as well as culture worldwide. Don’t miss the Castro theater, with its Spanish baroque architecture. Given all this history, is it surprising that San Francisco was the first city to achieve the milestone of same-sex marriage? Leave with a deeper understanding and insight after your visit to San Francisco and the Castro neighborhood.
Group tour: From 6 to 15 people.
Minimum 6 guests
Maximum 15 guests
If this number is not reached, you will be offered to go on a private tour or to cancel. If you choose the latter option, you will be fully refunded.
Private tour: From 1 to 10 people.
Duration of the tour: 2h.
Meeting point: Will be emailed with your booking confirmation.
Period: All year round.
Days: Wednesday from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm.
Group tour:
Adult: $79 per person.
Children under 6 to 11 years old: $65.
Free for children under 5 years old.
Private tour: $550 per group.
Larger groups: Please contact us.
It is possible to schedule this tour at your convenience so please contact us if you have specific dates so we can check availability.
Travel agencies and Travel professionals: Please contact us for your preferential rate.
Services included: 2-hour walking tour with a licensed guide.
Services not included: Tips for the tour guide, personal expenses, transfer by subway, cable or bus.
Accessibility: This tour is possible for people with disabilities in wheelchairs, contact us for the rate and logistics.
This tour is available for the hearing impaired. We can provide a translator for sign language. Please contact us for rates and availability.
Guide: Our licensed guides reserve the right to cancel the scheduled tour due to weather conditions (rain, storm, snow or other). In case of cancellation, we can offer you an alternative date or a total cancellation, in which case we will give you a full refund.
Cancellation Policy Private Tour: If you cancel more than 15 days prior to your tour, a 50% refund will be given. If you cancel less than 15 days prior to your tour, no refund will be given.
Cancellation Policy Group Tour: If you cancel more than 15 days prior to your tour, a 50% refund will be given. If you cancel less than 15 days before the day of your tour, no refund will be given.
Videos and pictures: We reserve the right to record video footage and photography in connection with future promotional and publicity for MAD Tours and Events on social media and website.
Belongings: Mad Tours and Events is not responsible for any personal items which are lost, stolen or left behind.
Passenger Voucher check-in Instructions: On the day of tour or activity, please arrive 15 minutes early to the tour departure point at the indicated address sent with your confirmation.
Pet: As much as we love them, they are not allowed.
Taxes & Booking fees: They are not included in the rate. Those fees will be indicated once you start the booking reservation process.
Request to reschedule your tour: All requests to reschedule your tour must be made in writing and sent to us via email more than 72 hours prior to your tour or activity. There are no exceptions. Without an email, we will not be able to reschedule your tour.
No show: Please note that if you do not show up on the day of your tour or activity, your tour is forfeited.
