San Francisco Walking and Cable Car Tour: Chinatown, Cable Cars, Pier 39 & Golden Gate Park

Day 1: Walking & Cable Car Tour

San Francisco, USA on May 19, 2025

11:30am

Arrive at Powell Street BART Station

Arrive at the Powell Street BART station from Pleasanton/Dublin to begin your walking tour of San Francisco.
USD7.50, 0h15m

11:45am

Lunch at Good Mong Kok Bakery in Chinatown

Enjoy affordable and authentic dim sum at this highly recommended spot just a quick walk from Powell Station, perfect for an early lunch.
USD10, 0h45m

12:30pm

Explore Chinatown and Dragon's Gate

Walk through Chinatown’s vibrant streets and pass the iconic Dragon’s Gate, all within a 10-minute walk from your lunch spot.
Free, 1h0m

1:30pm

Ride Cable Car from Powell Street to Fisherman's Wharf

Hop on the historic Powell-Hyde cable car line at Powell Street for a scenic 15-minute ride to near Pier 39 and Fisherman's Wharf.
USD9, 0h20m

1:50pm

Visit Pier 39 and Fisherman's Wharf

Explore the lively Pier 39, see the sea lions, waterfront shops, and street performances all within walking distance of the cable car stop.
Free, 1h0m

2:50pm

Walk or Take MUNI Bus to San Francisco Botanical Garden

Take a 10-minute walk or catch the Muni bus #28 towards Golden Gate Park to visit the Botanical Garden, open until 6pm, a peaceful green escape.
USD12, 1h0m

3:55pm

Walk to Golden Gate Bridge Viewpoint

Take a short walk or use public transit to reach the Golden Gate Bridge Vista Point for great photo opportunities and views of the bay and bridge.
Free, 1h0m

5:00pm

Dinner at Boudin Bakery Café at Fisherman’s Wharf

Return by Muni bus or cable car to Fisherman's Wharf area and enjoy a classic San Francisco dinner featuring clam chowder in sourdough bread bowls at Boudin Bakery.
USD20, 1h0m

6:15pm

Walk back to Powell Street BART Station

Walk or take a cable car back to Powell Street BART station to conclude your day trip and catch the train back to Pleasanton/Dublin.
USD7.50, 1h0m
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