Bars & pub crawls · SAN FRANCISCO BAR TOURS
This is the shortlist you would send a friend flying in on Friday: 6 san francisco bar tours worth the money, each with its price, its verdict and the one thing to know before you book.
Walk from Jackson Square to Chinatown with guides such as Jamie, Eric, or James, hearing ghost stories, true crime, and local history while stopping at historic bars. The 2.5-hour tour has up to 12 people. Drinks and food cost extra, but you can join even if you do not drink.
“Great tour! Loved the history of the city and local area. Our guide was great, knowledgeable and friendly.”
Spend Thursday evening at the California Academy of Sciences from 6 to 10 pm, with after-hours access to the aquarium, African Hall, rainforest dome, exhibits, music, and themed activities. You can buy food and drinks on site, while planetarium passes cost an extra $5 and sell quickly.
“Lots of fun - highly recommend this! But buyer beware - although this site lists a date for the ticket, the voucher you purchase here does not guarantee you entry on any particular night (ie if the event is sold out the night you go).”
Meet your English-speaking guide outside High Horse Saloon at 6 PM for a two-hour walk through eight haunted San Francisco sites and four pubs. Expect stories about Jayne Mansfield, Chinatown, a shipwreck saloon, and guides such as Mike, Taylor, and Ben. Drinks cost extra.
“I had so much fun on this tour! Taylor took us to some really cool pubs and spots around town, and we got a great look at San Francisco at night. She is such a captivating storyteller and we were all mesmerised by the ghost stories, and history of the town. Thanks for a great night!”
Spend Thursday evening at the California Academy of Sciences NightLife, a 21+ event with aquarium exhibits, a four-story rainforest, live DJs, cocktails, penguins, and science programs. Admission is $25, while planetarium shows require a separate $5 pass.
“We thought it was okay, but we can't recommend it.”
Walk San Francisco’s oldest section with a guide such as Ben, Taylor, or Mark, hearing documented ghost stories between four bar stops. The two-hour crawl includes High Horse, Old Ship Saloon, Hungry I, and Lion’s Den Lounge and Bar. Drinks cost extra, and groups are capped at 15.
“Our guide Ben gave a lot of history to the city! He told cool and engaging stories. I wish this happened later in the night though, we started pretty early and it only lasted a few hours.”
Meet an English-speaking host in San Francisco for a Friday or Saturday night through Nob Hill and Union Square. Visit four bars or clubs, use drink specials and free shots, then enter a top nightclub with skip-the-line access. Bring valid ID and follow the dress code.
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