Innovation Tech Tour of Silicon Valley from San Francisco

San Francisco, California

Innovation Tech Tour of Silicon Valley from San Francisco

San Francisco, California

Duration: 9 hours

Overview

Discover the tech legends of Silicon Valley, from Apple and Google to unsung innovators, on a guided tour. Snap photos at Instagram, explore computing evolution at the Computer History Museum, and visit the Apple Visitor's Center before returning to San Francisco.

🚀 Explore Silicon Valley's tech legends and birthplaces

📸 Snap Instagram-worthy photos at key stops

🖥️ Dive into computing evolution at the Computer History Museum

🍏 Visit the Apple Visitor's Center for a tech-filled experience before returning to San Francisco

Availability

When do I choose a date?

After purchase, you can request your preferred dates and times by following the instructions in the email you receive. If it's a gift, the recipient will also get an email with booking instructions.

Year-Round,
Wednesday - Sunday 8:00am

Full description

Unveiling the birthplace of legendary inventions and the stories of businesses emerging from bustling co-working spaces and garage workshops, Silicon Valley unfolds a captivating saga of double-crossings and rags-to-riches tales.

This guided tour delves into the origin tales of tech giants like Apple, Google, IBM, and unsung technologists who laid the groundwork for the devices we carry and utilize daily. A must-see Instagram-worthy stop at Instagram precedes an extended visit to the unique Computer History Museum, guiding you through the evolution of computing from the abacus to the intricacies of artificial intelligence and self-driving vehicles. The tour also includes an exploration of the multi-tiered Apple Visitor's Center, doubling as a fully-stocked Apple Store, providing a comprehensive tech history experience before returning to San Francisco.

Practical information

Any restrictions to participate?

Age: All age groups are welcome

Who can you accommodate for?

Children: All participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
Individuals with disabilities: The tour is not wheelchair accessible, but service animals are allowed.
Languages: The tour is conducted in English.
Pets: Sorry, no pets allowed.

What to expect on the day of the experience?

Duration: Approximately 9 hours
What’s included:
- Complimentary pickup/dropoff from two San Francisco locations
- Full-time professional, knowledgeable guide
- Transportation to/from Silicon Valley in biofueled mini-coach
- Computer History Museum entrance fee
- Narrated guided in-coach tour
- Free time to explore Google Campus, Instagram Sign, and more
- Visit downtown Palo Alto and experience startup culture
- Meals are not included in the tour, but stops will be provided
Who will be present: You will have a guide with you at all times as well as up to 13 total participants.
Spectators: No spectators are allowed, everyone must have a reservation.
Photo/ video: Photos are encouraged!
Specific rules to follow: All rules will be covered at the start of the tour.

How to prepare?

Weather dependency: Rain or shine, the experience will be running.
Arrival: Plan to arrive at the meeting location 15 minutes in advance.
Parking: Parking is available at the meeting location.
What to wear: Comfortable walking shoes and clothing appropriate for the weather conditions. Layers and a jacket are recommended.
What to bring: Gratuity for your guide is not included and greatly appreciated if you enjoy the tour.
Restrooms: Restroom breaks will be available throughout the tour.

Returns, exchanges and cancellation

Unused Experience Vouchers can be returned within 30 days for a full refund to the original purchaser, no questions asked.

If you have any unused Experience Vouchers, you can exchange them for anything else in our marketplace, no matter when. If you choose an experience that's more expensive, you'll need to pay the difference, but if you choose one that costs less, you'll receive a credit towards your next booking.

No refunds are allowed once the experience is booked, but you can reschedule up to 24 hours before your experience, for a date within a year of the original booking. To reschedule, contact the experience provider directly. No-shows or rescheduling less than 24 hours in advance means losing the value of your experience.