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Golden Gate Park's Hidden Gems, Highlights and History

★ 5.0 (13 reviews) · By Meteorologist John Shrable

There's truly no better way to explore the many highlights and hidden gems of Golden Gate Park than with your own personal local meteorologist and guide. We'll visit some of the park's most iconic spots but also uncover hidden gems like the Monarch Bear Grove, candelabra redwood trees and Summer of Love sights that will be new discoveries for even the most experienced local. From some of the park's most quiet and peaceful corners to it's energetic and bustling heart, this is a truly unique San Francisco experience!

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Duration 1.5 hours

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Live tour guide

English

Key facts

Duration 1.5 hours
Languages English
Group size Up to 30
Ages Infant 0–1; Child 2–5; Youth 6–16
Accessibility Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

What's included

Included

  • Guide: In-person: English
  • Sunscreen
  • Bottled water
  • Binoculars
  • Snacks

Not included

  • Gratuities

Itinerary

  1. Stop 1

    Shaded beneath a quiet grove of the world's very tallest trees we will step into this peaceful, impactful and beautiful space. The AIDS Memorial Grove is the only congressionally designated AIDS Memorial in the United States and preserves some of the park's most impressive redwood trees.

    30 minutes
  2. Stop 2

    One of San Francisco's iconic museums and a modern engineering marvel. Capture of a view of the park from above in the museum's observation tower. Here we will also take a moment to admire the work of one of our most admired local artists, Ruth Asawa.

    20 minutes
  3. Stop 3 Pass by

    It's always Spring at The Conservatory of Flowers where the grounds are lit up in an ever transforming assortment of colors and blooms that change with each season. We will explore the gardens outside of the conservatory, reflecting on it's history stretching back before the 1906 earthquake. The art filled promenade often echoes with live music giving these flower fields even more color.

  4. Stop 4

    One of the park's most fascinating corners! Explore the lively and colorful Summer of Love history at Hippie Hill to Robin Williams lasting legacy here in San Francisco. Discover the favorite hang out spots of greats like Janice Joplin who would play her songs here on cool Summer days for the thousands gathered around her.

    15 minutes

Meeting point & pickup

Meet at the starting point

We'll meet at the Flywheel Coffee Kiosk right inside of Golden Gate Park off Stanyan Street. NOTE: There is another Flywheel Coffee location right across the street (next to Whole Foods) but make sure to go to the location inside the park itself.

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  • 100% refund if cancelled at least 1 day(s) before
  • 0% refund if cancelled 0–1 day(s) before

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From $25.00 per person

Infant Age 0–1
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Child Age 2–5
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Youth Age 6–16
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Adult Age 17–64
1
Senior Age 65–110
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