Meet your guide at the northern end of Fisherman's Wharf and start your experience by taking in the amazing views of the bay, Golden Gate Bridge, and Alcatraz. Hear how San Francisco transformed from a sleepy village to a booming port city when gold fever swept the nation in 1849.

Learn about the life of Italian chocolatier Domenico Ghirardelli at the famous former chocolate factory in Ghirardelli Square.

Stroll along the fog lined waterfront and drool over the numerous stalls selling crab and clam chowder in sourdough bread bowls.

Walk a portion of the historic Barbary Coast trail while your guide tells you about its colourful past. We'll make our way to Pier 39, one of the busiest tourist areas in the city, and admire historic ships in the harbour and be awestruck by the colony of sea lions that have taken over many of its docks.

Continue along the Embarcadero Promenade and learn about its evolution from a traditional maritime port and access to the rail system to an urban waterfront oriented towards the public's enjoyment filled with trendy restaurants, recreational activities and amusement piers.

Hear stories about San Francisco's complex and interesting public transport system, both past and present, as you marvel at the elegance and beauty of the old art deco trams as they pass by taking commuters and tourists from the piers into the heart of the city.