Castro District LGBTQ+ History Tour
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Learn about the incredible and vibrant history of the most famous gayborhood in the world: San Francisco's Castro District!
We'll learn about the lives of the activists and other political leaders who made it possible for Harvey Milk to be elected the first openly gay politician in the United States- while experiencing the Castro's shift from a quiet family neighborhood to a culturally LGBTQ+ district.
We'll also visit the first memorial to honor the gay men killed in the Holocaust, in addition to the LGBT History museum before discussing the pivotal role played by the lesbian nurses during the HIV/AIDs epidemic.
Our time together will end with a visit to Harvey Milk's camera shop, residence, and campaign headquarters- all of which were featured prominently in the 2008 film "Milk".
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Duration 1.5 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Key facts
What's included
Included
- Guided Tour
Not included
- Gratuities
Itinerary
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Stop 1
Home to the original rainbow flag, a piece of the HIV/AIDs Memorial Quilt, and many of Jose Sarria's personal items.
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Stop 2
The gathering place of the gay community that resulted in the White Night Riots.
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Stop 3
An iconic gay bar that has been in business over 50 years and did not block out their windows (as was customary for gay bars) when they originally opened.
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Stop 4
The first store in San Francisco to hire openly gay workers.
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Stop 5
One of the last palatial-style theaters from the 1920's.
Meeting point & pickup
Meet at the starting point
You'll meet your guide in front of SoulCycle at Harvey Milk Plaza (400 Castro St) outside of, not inside of, the transit center
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Free cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- 100% refund if cancelled at least 1 day(s) before
- 0% refund if cancelled 0–1 day(s) before
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From $39.00 per person
- Free cancellation
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