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San Francisco Waterfront Audio Tour

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  • San Francisco
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Walk from the Palace of Fine Arts to Fort Point on a self-guided audio tour through San Francisco’s waterfront history and scenery.

About this tour

Follow San Francisco’s northern waterfront on a self-guided walk from the Palace of Fine Arts to the Golden Gate Bridge. This San Francisco Waterfront Audio Tour pairs coastal scenery with stories of the land’s changing past, all at a pace you choose.

Pass the restored tidal marsh and dunes of Crissy Field, then explore the former Presidio military base as the audio traces its history under Spanish, Mexican, and U.S. rule. Hear how the Golden Gate Bridge rose during the Great Depression before reaching Fort Point, the 1861 brick fort tucked beneath the bridge. Its Civil War-era exhibits and rooftop views looking up at the bridge make a memorable finish. Download the app and tour materials for offline use, and bring your own smartphone and headphones. The route is suitable for all fitness levels, with public transportation available nearby.

Set out when you’re ready and discover the waterfront’s layered history with the San Francisco Waterfront Audio Tour.

Highlights

  • Wander from the Palace of Fine Arts toward the Golden Gate Bridge
  • Trace Crissy Field’s transformation into a restored tidal marsh
  • Hear how the Presidio changed hands across centuries
  • Finish beneath the bridge at historic Fort Point

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
  • GPS-guided self-paced tour
  • Directions to the starting point

Not included

  • Smartphone and headphones
  • Live guide
  • Transportation
  • Food and drink
  • Personal expenses and admission fees not included during the tour

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Important information

  • Start at the intersection of Beach and Baker Streets
  • Install the mobile app and enter the code on your confirmation ticket before arrival
  • Detailed starting-point instructions are available after downloading the app
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Bring layers; it can be windy near the Golden Gate Bridge

Frequently asked questions

Where does the tour start?

It starts at the intersection of Beach and Baker Streets. Download the app before arrival to access detailed directions.

Is this a guided tour?

No. This is a self-guided audio tour, and it does not include a live guide.

What should I bring?

Bring a smartphone and headphones. Layers are recommended because it can be windy near the bridge.

Can I use the tour offline?

Yes. The tour includes offline access to audio, maps, and geodata.

What is included with the tour?

You receive lifetime access to the English-language tour, an Android or iOS app, GPS guidance, and directions to the starting point.

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