Step back in time and uncover the secrets of San Francisco’s most captivating coastal mystery. On Sutro Baths: The Story of the Ruins, you’ll leave the bustling city streets behind to explore a playground lost to time. What is now a hauntingly beautiful grid of concrete foundations perched on the edge of the Pacific was once a spectacular, 10,000-pane glass "Crystal Palace" capable of hosting 10,000 Victorian-era swimmers at a single time.
Led by an expert storyteller, this guided historical walk brings the Gilded Age roaring back to life. You’ll walk the massive promenade walls, venture through a dark sea cave blasted straight into the cliffside, and discover the incredible engineering that used ocean tides to fill seven massive pools.
What's included
Pintours App
food and drinks
What to expect
Sutro Baths
40m
Walk along the massive concrete foundations of what was once the world's largest indoor swimming complex. Here, you'll discover how this grand Victorian "Crystal Palace" entertained thousands of locals before a mysterious 1966 fire left behind the hauntingly beautiful ruins we see today.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
All travelers will meet at the main entrance of the Sutro Baths.
End point
All travelers will meet at the main entrance of the Sutro Baths.
Additional information
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
