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San Francisco Chocolate Story Audio Tour
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- San Francisco
- Updated November 2, 2026
Trace San Francisco’s chocolate history on a self-guided audio walk from the Ferry Building, with stories of chocolatiers and tasting tips.
About this tour
Follow San Francisco’s chocolate story from the Ferry Building into a past shaped by Gold Rush prospectors, Swiss immigrants, earthquakes, and buried ships. This self-guided audio walk reveals how the port city became a center of American artisan chocolate.
Begin at the iconic Ferry Building, then stroll along historic Market Street and hear about celebrated chocolatiers including Dandelion and Teuscher. Beneath your feet lies the hull of a Gold Rush fleet, while stories along the route trace the rise of Mary See’s chocolate empire and the origins of the Champagne Truffle. You’ll also learn the professional “Melt” technique for tasting chocolate like an expert.
With GPS directions and offline audio and maps, you can explore at your own pace. Download the app and use the code on your confirmation ticket before you arrive. Bring a smartphone, headphones, comfortable walking shoes, and a sweet tooth. Set out on this San Francisco Chocolate Story Audio Tour and discover a delicious side of the city.
Highlights
- Trace San Francisco’s chocolate history from the Gold Rush to today
- Explore the Ferry Building and historic Market Street
- Hear stories of Dandelion, Teuscher, and See’s Candies
- Learn the professional “Melt” technique for tasting chocolate
- Discover the story behind the Champagne Truffle
What's included
Included
- Lifetime access to the English-language tour before and after your booking date
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- Android and iOS app
- Self-guided GPS tour with flexible pacing
- Directions to the starting point and automatic tour start when you arrive
Not included
- Smartphone and headphones
- Admission fees not included during the tour
- Personal expenses
- Food and drink
- Transportation
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Important information
- Start at the San Francisco Ferry Building
- Install the mobile app and enter the code on your confirmation ticket before arrival
- Detailed starting-point instructions are available after downloading the app
- Wheelchair accessible, including transportation options and all areas and surfaces
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- Infants and small children can ride in a stroller
- Service animals are allowed
- Public transportation is available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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