KILLED - The Counter Culture Tour: Haight & Ashbury's Summer of Love

Highlights

  • - Immerse yourself in the stories behind America's so-called 'Summer of Love' on this guided tour through its historic heart

  • - See the homes once lived in by icons such as the Grateful Dead, Jimi Hendrix, and more

  • - Learn about local landmarks that are keeping hippie culture of The Haight alive

Summary

Discover the beginnings of America's so-called 'Summer of Love', whose roots can be traced back to the corner of San Francisco's Haight-Ashbury district.

Tour info

Duration
1 hour
Group Size
20
Pricing (From)
Adult: (15-99 years)
$21.00
Child: (2-14 years)
$21.00
Infant: (0-1 years)
$0.00
Commentary
Meeting Point

401 Central Avenue, San Francisco

Dropoff location

Why take this tour?

COVID UPDATE. Effective August 20, 2021, proof of Covid-19 vaccination (over the age of 12) is required to enter sites on this tour. Everyone (over the age of 2) is required to wear a mask regardless of vaccination status while indoors. For full requirements, please check here.

Believe it or not, the 'Summer of Love' started with big homes and cheap rent. On this hour-long tour of Haight-Ashbury we'll explore the other reasons this old Victorian neighbourhood attracted a youth movement that revolutionized the U.S, as well as visiting the homes that hosted some of its most influential figures.

We'll stop at the Grateful Dead's house and at Amoeba Records, and immerse ourselves in the music and memories of the 'Summer of Love'.

We’ll also discuss the ways the hippie spirit lives on in the neighbourhood when we stop at the Janis Joplin Mural and poke our heads into the landmark Piedmont Boutique - one of the oldest and most beloved shops in the neighbourhood.

Sites Visited:
  • Haight Street
  • Piedmont Boutique
  • Haight-Ashbury Intersection
  • The 27 Club
  • Amoeba Records

What’s included?

  • Local English-speaking guide

  • Expertly guided walking tour

  • Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off

  • Gratuities

Things to know

Before you book

  • This tour is wheelchair and stroller accessible.

Before you go

  • This tour is conducted in English only.

  • The tour meeting time is 15 minutes prior to the tour start time. No refunds or re-bookings can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows after tour commencement or departure.

  • This is a walking tour. While there are stops along the way, guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.

  • San Francisco is a notoriously chilly city with micro-climates. It is best to wear/bring layers for all of our tours, even at the height of summer.

Cancellation Policy

    Cancellations received greater than 72 hours prior to tour commencement are fully refundable. Cancellations received within 72 hours of tour commencement are nonrefundable. Amendment requests are subject to availability and price changes. Late arrivals and no-shows are non-refundable. This is applicable to any tour participant that fails to arrive or arrives after tour departure.

Redemption information

    Mobile tickets will be accepted.


    Your voucher will be collected or scanned on redemption

About operator:

Walks (takewalks.com, walksofitaly.com) began over a decade ago (2008, to be exact) in Rome, Italy. We quickly became the premier walking tour company in 7 countries - Italy, Spain, France, the UK, Greece, and Portugal. Our US cities include San Francisco, NYC, Boston, Chicago, and New Orleans.

In 2021, we joined The Hornblower Group (cityexperiences.com) expanding our reach and working alongside this powerhouse travel brand.

Our tour products vary but predominantly we #takewalks, exploring the world by foot - we believe, the best way to get into the heart of a city and its incredible people. From introductory strolls to food tours, day trips, cooking classes, and below the surface, in-depth tours, we have our hand in everything a traveler could want. Oh, and we also like to give our clients exclusive access to the biggest attractions in the world...

Despite the big changes in our brand over the years, our focus has remained simple - to relentlessly create tours with the client experience at the forefront and anchored upon the dedicated, intelligent, and above all, passionate local guides who want to share their cities with you.