Castro District LGBTQ+ Historic Tour
The Castro District in San Francisco is known for its rich LGBTQ+ history and vibrant culture. It might be small, but it really packs a punch!
It was where Harvey Milk, the first openly gay elected official in North America, lived and owned a camera shop.
It is also home to many national landmarks, like one of the last historic movie palaces from the 1920's, The Castro Theater. And Queer Arts Featured, a gallery taking the culture of the neighborhood into a new era.
With your experienced, local guide you'll not only see the sights but learn the rich history of America's first 'gayborhood.'
Learn how local businesses, still standing today, helped solidify the Castro's place as a gay Mecca. Or the role the US military played in forming the neighborhood. Or why did they switch GLBT to LGBT? And what do the different colors of the rainbow flag represent?
Find out the answers to these questions and much, MUCH more on my Castro District Historic Walking Tour!
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Castro District LGBTQ+ Historic Tour
What's included in Castro District LGBTQ+ Historic Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
The Castro
We will visit several notable locations in the Castro District, pointing out fun shops, restaurants and bars along the way.
Castro Theatre
One of the last historic movie palaces from the 1920's
GLBT Historical Society Museum
While we don't enter, the history of the GLBT Museum itself is the history of the neighborhood and is the home of original rainbow flag.
Inclusions
- Your guide is a 6th generation SF native, dedicated to sharing his city
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- 400 Castro St San Francisco, CA 94114 United States
End Points
- We end at the popular local watering hole, The Mix.
