San Francisco Walking Tour: Self-Guided City Game
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1h 20min–1h 50min
- Price from
- $5 / person
- Location
- San Francisco, United States
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Questo
- Meeting point
- The game starts at Pink Triangle Plaza. After booking, we'll message you a code and activation link. Activate with your own email, then log in to the Questo app with that email. No message? Open the Questo app, tap "Bought a quest somewhere else?" and enter your booking reference number.
Description
Discover San Francisco's hidden gems and iconic landmarks on this self-guided walking quest. Your smartphone becomes your guide, delivering clever puzzles, local stories, and riddles at every stop. Each solved challenge unlocks the next location, creating a rewarding adventure that combines sightseeing with interactive gameplay. See San Francisco through fresh eyes. This 1–2 hour private quest runs 24/7 — start whenever you want, go at your own pace, and pause anytime. Available in 5+ languages.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Next available
- Sun, Nov 1
- Adult (ages 1+)
- $5
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $8.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 31.
Tour Options
Itinerary
You will begin at Pink Triangle Plaza. Here you will be given your first clue to solve the challenge that awaits you, which will unlock the next part of the story and give you the directions to the next stop.
Harvey Milk Plaza
You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at Harvey Milk Plaza. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
Castro Theatre
You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at Castro Theatre. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
440 Castro
You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at 440 Castro. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
GLBT Historical Society Museum & Archives
You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at GLBT Historical Society Museum. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at Most Holy Redeemer Church. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at Alfred E. Clarke Mansion. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at Toad Hall. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at 549 Castro Street. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at Castro Camera. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
Mission Dolores Park
You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at Mission Dolores Park. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at 3841 18th St. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at Hartford Street Zen Center. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
Beaux
You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at Beaux. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
Twin Peaks Tavern
You will finish at Twin Peaks Tavern. Here is where both the story and the city exploration game end.
What's included
Included
24/7 customer support.
Full availability: 24/7, every day of the year.
A city exploration game available on your phone (Questo app).
Safety: It’s self-guided, open air and you will avoid crowds.
Flexibility: start, take a break and continue at your own pace.
Not included
A tour guide.
Entry tickets to attractions (not needed to complete the tour).
How it compares in San Francisco
- Starting price $5 is 94% below the typical $79 for tours of similar length in San Francisco
- Price unchanged over the last 19 days
Excurgo comparison of 964 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does San Francisco Walking Tour: Self-Guided City Game take?
San Francisco Walking Tour: Self-Guided City Game lasts about 1h 20min–1h 50min. The itinerary has 15 stops.
How much does San Francisco Walking Tour: Self-Guided City Game cost?
Prices start at $5 per person for this San Francisco experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $8. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does San Francisco Walking Tour: Self-Guided City Game run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day.
Can I cancel San Francisco Walking Tour: Self-Guided City Game 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 The game starts at Pink Triangle Plaza. After booking, we'll message you a code and activation link. Activate with your own email, then log in to the Questo app with that email. No message? Open the Questo app, tap "Bought a quest somewhere else?" and enter your booking reference number. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is San Francisco Walking Tour: Self-Guided City Game offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
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