The Haight-Ashbury neighborhood was the center of the counter-culture movement and the Summer of Love. I'll bring its bohemian history to life and even share some dark secrets from its distant past. I'll bring you to the homes of the musicians that lived here and you'll marvel at the colorful murals and beautiful Victorian houses along the way. Oh, I'll also introduce you to the world's greatest record store! *PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS TOUR DISCUSSES DRUG USE AND MAY NOT BE SUITABLE FOR YOUNGER GUESTS*
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Haight Ashbury Walking Tour – SF's Bohemian Past
Itinerary
5 min
See where the iconic singer lived
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One of the most iconic locations in rock history,
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Uncover dark secrets from the city's past
Highlights
Water, sunscreen and phone charger available upon request.
An immersive walk through the center of the Summer of Love.
What's included
Included
Water, sunscreen and phone charger available upon request.
An immersive walk through the center of the Summer of Love.
Traveller Ratings
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Important Information
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Frequently asked questions
How long does Haight Ashbury Walking Tour – SF's Bohemian Past take?
Haight Ashbury Walking Tour – SF's Bohemian Past lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 4 stops.
How much does Haight Ashbury Walking Tour – SF's Bohemian Past cost?
Prices start at $37 per person for this San Francisco experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel Haight Ashbury Walking Tour – SF's Bohemian Past for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is We meet at the corner of Haight St and Central Ave where your guide Greg will be waiting for you.. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 10 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Haight Ashbury Walking Tour – SF's Bohemian Past worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 38 verified reviews; it is run by Gregory McQuaid. Most-mentioned highlights: Water, sunscreen and phone charger available upon request.; An immersive walk through the center of the Summer of Love..
Reviews(38)
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karencX5775PK
September 4, 2026
Relive the summer of love!
Absolutely loved this walking tour of the Haight Ashbury area of San Francisco! It was a pleasure to meet Greg since I had previously known him from listening to him on KFOG radio station. I knew I would be treated to a special tour with Greg as a guide. He brings a local's perspective of the area, and it was a terrific way to begin my stay in SF.
If you have always wanted to visit Haight Ashbury, I highly recommend Greg's tour!
Operator response
Really appreciate the kind review and I'm thrilled you enjoyed!
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Allison_A
August 22, 2026
Fun music themed tour of Haight Ashbury
My daughter and I thoroughly enjoyed Greg’s tour! We loved the music themed tour and also learned a lot about Haight Ashbury and the counter culture overall. Highly recommend!
Operator response
Thank you Allison 🙏
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M4435UCmargaretk
August 19, 2026
A Great Experience
Our guide was an excellent speaker. He shared the history of the area in great detail.
Operator response
Glad you enjoyed!
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tom_o
August 13, 2026
A Great Tour of a Profound Time in U.S. history
A walk through the colorful past of San Francisco’s “Summer of Love.” 1967 brought great change to the American Landscape when a counter culture tornado hit the shores called the “Summer of Love.” The walking tour through its past by tour guide Greg serves as a “ boots on the ground” opportunity to sense, see, smell and savor that tremendous era in U.S. history. What I found most valuable is when Tour Guide Greg would relate observations of past guests of the tour who had relatives or experiences relating to the “Summer of Love.” This is a great teaching technique in that audience participation of relevant past experiences can
make the tour come alive. So, instead of the Tour Guide droning on and on and on the experiences of a current or past guest can be discussed making the tour more relatable for all. A good teacher uses all learning devices to make the class work and so does a tour guide. Bottom line: the walking tour through the “Summer of Love” is a practical way to learn about a profound time in U. S. cultural history.
Operator response
Thanks Tom, delighted you got so much out of it! Really appreciate the kind review.
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MariaW332
August 6, 2026
Insider
Insider tour with all the cool spots plus new ones.
Operator response
Glad you enjoyed!
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kathygP466WL
August 4, 2026
So glad we took this tour!
I’m a tour guide in my hometown, so I’m used to giving tours, not taking them. This is a fantastic tour, not to be missed if you have an interest in the Haight Ashbury scene. Greg communicated very well before the tour, even providing a Spotify playlist to provide some background knowledge. The tour was well-paced and filled with awesome little nuggets like videos and music. Greg is super knowledgeable and informative, and you leave with a short highlight video of your tour. 5 stars- highly recommend and would do again!
Operator response
Thank you so very much Kathy, my pleasure to meet you both and I'm delighted you enjoyed our walk around the Haight!
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Deannalyn43
July 19, 2026
Gregory is amazing!
This is an amazing tour! Gregory is very knowledgeable about counterculture in SF! We enjoyed every minute of this tour!
Operator response
Thanks so much Deanna!
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carolynsE4798UY
July 17, 2026
Music 🎶 Hippie of San Francisco
Greg was amazing! We appreciated how passionate and knowledgeable he was with the music history of San Francisco. We highly recommend booking this tour. Thanks Greg for a memorable time.
Operator response
Thanks so much Carolyn!
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Culture698663
July 10, 2026
Awesome tour with Greg in Haight Ashbury!
Greg was a fantastic tour guide! He was extremely knowledgeable and personable and explained information about the history of Haight Ashbury and provided unique stories about the famous people who lived here. I would highly recommend this tour with Greg as the guide for anyone who has an interest in this neighborhood.
Operator response
Much appreciated and glad you enjoyed!
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pamelamU6115NG
May 31, 2026
Fun way to spend a couple hours in the Haight
Lots of local and musical history with great detail and attention to SF culture and historical events that shaped SF.
