Bike through queer history
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Experience hosted by Jack
3.5 hours
Up to 10 people
Hosted in English
What you'll do
Learn about San Francisco’s hidden queer history by biking through some of the city’s most iconic neighborhoods. From the Gold Rush and Prohibition to World War II and the AIDS crisis, hear seldom-told stories of the people and places that gave San Francisco its reputation as the gayest city in the world.
Other things to note
If you need to rent a bike, the Ferry Building Bike Rental inside the Ferry Building costs $24 for a day; or you can rent a bike for free with a purchase at Sports Basement in Fisherman’s Wharf.
Other things to note
If you need to rent a bike, the Ferry Building Bike Rental inside the Ferry Building costs $24 for a day; or you can rent a bike for free with a purchase at Sports Basement in Fisherman’s Wharf.
Jack's commitment to safety
This host committed to Airbnb’s COVID-19-related safety and cleaning guidelines—including adhering to social distancing guidelines, practicing good hygiene, and ensuring that all participants wear a mask.
About the organization: TurnOut
TurnOut connects LGBTQ+ groups at high schools, colleges, and businesses with volunteer opportunities at LGBTQ+ nonprofits. TurnOut's mission is both to support local LGBTQ+ nonprofits with volunteers, and to promote volunteerism and community engagement among LGBTQ+ people and allies.
This is a social impact experience where 100% of what you pay for this experience goes to TurnOut.
Where you'll be
We start with a scenic ride up the Embarcadero, tracing the city's queer history chronologically with stops at Fort Mason, North Beach, and the Tenderloin. We end in the Castro, where we'll get off our bikes and take a stroll through the city's most vibrant gay neighborhood.
Rated 4.94 out of 5 from 62 reviews.
Insightful and informative tour! Jack is a fun person and a fantastic tour guide. He is a treasure trove of interesting knowledge! Regardless of how many times you've visited SF or lived here, you will learn something new about the history of the city, the gay/trans movement, and why SF is such a special place for the LGBTQ community.
Insightful and informative tour! Jack is a fun person and a fantastic tour guide. He is a treasure trove of interesting knowledge! Regardless of how many times you've visited SF o…
My highlight was our visit to Compton's Cafeteria Riot place. I stayed at Warfield Hotel located just opposite side of Compton's Cafeteria the day before the tour. The reviews of the hotel were terrible and I was very much worried when I arrived in San Francisco. It was not as bad as reviewers described. Then I now realize that I stayed in the place which is socially significant. The tour made my stay in SF very special in which I as a nonprofit worker was able to see one of the realities of community in SF!
My highlight was our visit to Compton's Cafeteria Riot place. I stayed at Warfield Hotel located just opposite side of Compton's Cafeteria the day before the tour. The reviews of…
Jack is a great guide, with an obvious passion and knowledge about the LGBTQ history of the city. The tour is well structured, combining historical facts to fun insights into the important characters that made the history (with added pictures). He's also very open to questions and very patient, a must do in San Francisco!
Jack is a great guide, with an obvious passion and knowledge about the LGBTQ history of the city. The tour is well structured, combining historical facts to fun insights into the i…
Things to know
Cancellation policy
Any experience can be canceled and fully refunded within 24 hours of purchase, or at least 7 days before the experience starts.
Guest requirements
Up to 10 guests ages 16 and up can attend.
What to bring
A bicycle and helmet
Water (optional)
Water (optional)