San Francisco's Cable Cars
Operated by a local "gripman", the Cable Cars are the most exciting way to view the city of San Francisco. Listed as the only transportation system in the National Register of Historic Places, the Cable Cars are one of San Francisco's most popular and entertaining tourist attractions. When riding the Cable Cars, it's all about the journey, not the destination.Cable Car History -
The world's first cable-powered railway is one of the most scenic ways to see San Francisco. Explore everywhere from Union Square to Nob Hill, Fisherman's Wharf and Chinatown,Visit the San Francisco Cable Car Museum at Mason and Washington and learn how the who system still works. Over 130 years later, the Cable Cars are still thriving as one of the most popular attractions in San Francisco.
San Francisco Cable Car Tour -
It's easy to see famous San Francisco sites aboard a Cable Car. Board a San Francisco Cable Car and ride to unique neighborhoods and attractions in San Francisco including Nob Hill, Chinatown, the San Francisco Cable Car Museum, North Beach, Russian Hill, Fisherman's Wharf, Ghirardelli Square, "crooked" Lombard Street and more. Hop on the Powell Street Cable Cars just a short walk from the hotel and see all the sights, sounds and attractions of San Francisco during your CableCar tour.
Cable Car Routes -
San Francisco Cable Cars include three lines that traverse the Downtown neighborhoods: the Powell-Mason, California and the Powell-Hyde lines. Pick up one of the Powell Street lines at the turn-around just three blocks from our downtown hotel. One-day, three-day and seven-day San Francisco Cable Car passes are available at the kiosk near Hallidie Plaza and include access to streetcars and buses.
