Ultimate LGBTQ Castro District Walking Tour
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7 Ratings
San Francisco
Explore the Castro District's rich LGBTQ history, from Harvey Milk Plaza to iconic landmarks. Discover stories of activism, resilience, and community.
Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Harvey Milk Plaza - Named after the first openly gay elected official in the United States
  • Pink Triangles Memorial Park - Honoring the 15,000+ gay and lesbian individuals sent to death camps from 1933 to 1945
  • Twin Peaks Tavern - The first gay bar with large open windows so patrons wouldn’t be anonymous
  • The Castro Theatre - The last of the great palace theaters from the 1920s
  • Castro Street & 18th Street - Hibernia Beach
    The corner of 18th and Castro that historically served as a memorial to community members who’ve passed away
  • 500 Castro St - Harvey’s
    Restaurant dedicated to celebrating the life of Harvey Milk
  • GLBT Historical Society Museum - Cozy museum that houses artifacts, including the first Pride flag
  • The Mix - A popular neighborhood bar
What's Included
  • English speaking local guide
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Admission to the GLBT Historical Society Museum
Additional Information

We’ll begin our experience in Harvey Milk Plaza, named after the first openly gay elected official in American history. You’ll learn more about his life and activism as a civil rights leader as we make our way to the Pink Triangle Memorial which honors LGBTQ lives lost in World War II.

Then we’ll head to the iconic Twin Peaks Tavern, the first gay bar in the neighborhood, and dive into the rich history of the first out officer in Marin County, Officer Jane Warner. Other memorable visits include one of the last palace theaters in the country, Castro Theater, and the historic Hibernia Beach.

Finally, you’ll tour a must-see of the Castro neighborhood, Harvey Milk’s old camera shop and campaign headquarters, before ending at the Mix, a popular neighborhood hangout that’s bustling with local energy.

Location
Harvey Milk Plaza
We will meet at Harvey Milk Plaza in front of SoulCycle. Your guide will be wearing an orange hat and/or a blue windbreaker.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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