Barbary coast trail official guide daniel c bacon on. The barbary coast trail is a san francisco walking tour that connects the citys most important historic sites. Walking san francisco on the barbary coast trail book 18. Barbary coast dispensary employs friendly, hospitable, and knowledgeable staff to help you navigate through our extensive menu selection. Mint building on 5th street, or south to north from the mint to aquatic park. Bronze medallions and arrows set in the sidewalk guide you along the trail, drawing you into a world of gold rushers and railroad barons, writers and visionaries, shanghiers and silver kings. Inspired by the freedom trail in boston, the barbary coast trail leads the curious walker or armchair explorer on a scenic 3. Well meet in front of the waterfalls at yerba buena gardens, then head over to the official start of the barbary coast trail. He is a graduate of san francisco state university and has written extensively on san francisco history for hemispheres magazine, where magazine, north beach now, grand times, and library journal. About 180 sidewalk medallions provide information and point the way to 20 sites. The barbary coast trail is san franciscos official historical walking tour. The barbary coast san francisco electric tour company. Follow the medallions through history on the barbary coast trail. This section of our walk along the barbary coast trail begins at pier 39 along san franciscos northern waterfront.
The barbary coast trail connects twenty of san franciscos most important. One day tour of barbary coast book free or private tours. Whether you are from the united states or abroad, visitors 21 years and over are welcome with a valid government issued id. For more detail, consider trail creator daniel bacons 274page walking san francisco on the barbary coast trail book, a 32page pocket guide, downloadable audio tours for both ipods and. San francisco heritage tourism and barbary coast history from. Menu barbary coast downtown san franciscounion square. Barbary coast trail is a popular dog friendly hike in san francisco, ca. The story of the barbary coast, san franciscos first redlight district is a fascinating tale permeated by violence, exploitation, and anarchy that can be experienced firsthand by all, through a journey along the barbary coast trail. If you wish to book a tour for may 1 and onwards, you can book on our website. The district was named for an expanse of north african coastline, from morocco to modernday libya, that was home to dreaded pirates and slave traders who. Nov 06, 2017 barbary coast dispensary has been serving patients of san francisco, ca and surrounding areas since 20. Barbary coast trail official guide bacon, daniel c on. Herbert asburys the barbary coast is the gold standard for books about crime and law enforcement in san francisco from the start of the gold rush in 1849 through the beginning of the twentieth century. The markers lead you to the historic sites along the trail.
Two barbary coast trail guides, written by trail founder daniel bacon, are currently available to enrich the experience of your selfguided walking tour. In this thrilling novel set in two periods of san franci. The term barbary coast also barbary, berbery or berber coast was used by europeans from the 16th century to the early 19th to refer to the coastal regions of north africa, which were inhabited by berber people. The trail is primarily used for walking and is accessible yearround. Todays barbary coast trail revisits this barbaric chapter, but also tells the rest of the story.
The barbary coast trail is roughly 4 miles in length and takes visitors through several of san franciscos colorful neighborhoods while exploring the citys past and present. It is marked with a series of bronze medallions and arrows set in the sidewalk. Walking san francisco on the barbary coast trail by daniel bacon. Once you find the trail, youll see very clear markers big bronze plaques more than a foot across embedded in the concrete sidewalk. For more detail, consider trail creator daniel bacons 274page walking san francisco on the barbary coast trail book, a 32page pocket guide. This unique activity will give you a rare glimpse into californias storied past, with stops that range from scenes of the gold rush and the barbary coast to the. Warriors reporters new book is full of bizarre gossip. It starts at the old mint and ends at aquatic park. Ten tips for walking san franciscos barbary coast trail. For tours and special events requiring advance payment, only cancellations received at least five 5 business days prior to the event receive a full refund. The barbary coast trail walking tour, established in may of 1998, was created by the san francisco historical society and historian daniel bacon, a member of the society. Trail guides are available at local bookstores, visitor information centers, and online.
The bronze barbary coast trail medallions embedded in the sidewalk are merely markers to designate the trail route. The trail is marked with 180 bronze medallions and arrows embedded in the sidewalk, making it easy to follow from one end to the other. Barbary coast cannabis lounge barbary coast dispensary. Barbary coast trail, is a historic walking trail with bronze medallions throughout the city. The trail connects all the most mustsee sites in a 3.
Nov 11, 2017 the barbary coast trail walking tour, established in may of 1998, was created by the san francisco historical society and historian daniel bacon, a member of the society. The barbary coast trail can also be a selfguided walking tour, using the printable map or a trail guide. Walk back in time on the barbary coast trail to the gold rush era are you looking for a great city walk in san francisco. Walking san francisco on the barbary coast trail book, 1997. This section of our walk along the barbary coast trail begins at pier 39 along san franciscos northern. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that. Follow the medallions through history on the barbary coast. I recommend it for visitors and for people who have moved to the city and havent done much exploring yet. Did you know that san francisco is home to the barbary coast trail. A selfguided walk along the barbary coast trail helps you imagine what san franciscos redlight district was like during the gold rush. Barbary coast trail san francisco 2020 all you need to. All in, the barbary coast trail comprises 170 medallions set in pavement, leading you into. A project of the san francisco museum and historical society, the 3.
We learned so much about the history of the buildings and the city of san francisco. Barbary coast trail official guide by daniel c bacon 19980501. Walking san francisco on the barbary coast trail book. Barbary coast trail official guide by daniel c bacon 19980501 on. Apr 8, 2020 the barbary coast trail is a walking path connecting 20 of san franciscos most important historic sites. This book was published in 1933, not all that long after the barbary coast was shut down and modern san francisco took its shape. Previously a medical cannabis dispensary, barbary coast became open to the public for adultuse in january 2018. The old mint the barbary coast trail starts with the granite lady, at. The trail was inaugurated in may 1998 and originally marked with painted images. These warm spring days are the perfect time to stroll through downtown, union square, chinatown, portsmouth square, jackson square historic district, old barbary coast, fishermans wharf, ghiradelli square, and many other local spots. Art by banksy, a secret tunnel, colorful murals, and literary lore galore the north beach segment of san franciscos barbary coast trail is a fascinating walk through time.
This fourmilelong project from the san francisco museum and historical society incorporates. Today this land is part of the modern nations of morocco, algeria, tunisia and libya. It follows north to south, from aquatic park to the old u. The barbary coast trail is one of several san francisco historical society walking tours connecting 20 historic sites and local history museums in san francisco, california. Daniel bacon is the creator the barbary coast trail, san franciscos official historical walk. Definitely download the barbary coast trail audio book tour and maps, it is so worth it to hear about the history of what you are seeing and experiencing along the way. Approximately 180 bronze medallions and arrows embedded in the sidewalk mark the 3.
There is a book titled, walking the barbary coast trail by daniel bacon. How to walk the barbary coast trail travel tips usa today. Barbary coast trail news newspapers books scholar jstor august 2018 learn how and when to remove this template message. The barbary coast was a redlight district during the second half of the 19th and early 20th centuries in san francisco which featured dance halls, concert saloons, bars, jazz clubs, variety shows, and brothels.
Walking san francisco on the barbary coast trail by daniel. For those with a bent toward following the past barbary coast tales, the book walking san francisco on the barbary coast trail may be a good start. With oneonone recommendations from our experienced and friendly cannabis specialists, we assist novices and experienced customers in determining the ideal choice to fit your needs. Hundreds of walkers have already explored the trail, using the guide walking san francisco on the barbary coast trail, now available in bookstores. The barbary coast trail was founded by historian daniel bacon in collaboration with the san francisco historical society.
Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash. Not many tourists were around so we could easily listen to. Barbary coast trail official guide by daniel c bacon 1998. Learn about california gold rush history by walking the barbary coast trail. Well follow the medallions that will wind us through union square, the jackson historic district, chinatown, north beach, the waterfront pier 39 and fishermans wharf, and end near the cable car turnaround on hyde street. The trail will be marked with a series of handsome bronze plaques embedded in each street corner along the route. The first 150 bronze medallions to mark the trail were installed by 2000, with design by daniel bacon and illustrator jim blair. Dec 14, 2015 warriors reporters new book is full of bizarre gossip. The barbary coast trail is a walking path connecting 20 of san franciscos most important historic sites. Discover some of the most historic sites in san francisco wandering along on a barbary coast trail walking tour.
Visit barbary coast trail on your trip to san francisco. The tiny territory through north beach, little italy and the barbary coast is the nexus of what is so unique to san francisco romantic cityscapes, left coast culture, sexual liberation, and californian cuisine. Barbary coast trail founder daniel bacon on the trails. Paperback the barbary coast trail is an entertaining tour that is an excellent introduction to san francisco and its history. This is also near the beginning of the barbary coast trail. Barbary coast cannabis lounge barbary coast dispensary home. The old mint the barbary coast trail starts with the granite lady, at 5th and mission streets. Definitely download the barbary coast trail audio book tour and maps, it is so worth it to hear about the history of what you are seeing and experiencing along. In that regard, its clearly drawn from the writers own experiences as well as some research. Feb 21, 2020 walking san francisco on the barbary coast trail book 274page book includes maps, trail guide, history of early san francisco, and tips on restaurants and fun things to do along the trail.
The barbary coast trail connects twenty of san franciscos most historic locations, with bronze trail markers on the sidewalks leading the way. We offer three ways to walk the barbary coast trail. Many of the sites correspond to two of the most important events of the citys history. The barbary coast trail is one of several san francisco historical society walking tours.
It tells all about the history and describes the things that you pass on the trail. Much of the physical plant of the barbary coast plant was lost in 1906, during the great earthquake and fire. Get the guide book at the tourist information office in the very sketchy bart powell street station. Barbary coast trail san francisco historical society. Barbary coast trail san francisco all you need to know. They welcome browsers and an hour or two can fly by quickly on their three floors of books. Survival tips for life on the barbary coast sfgate. A selfguided walking tour of the barbary coast trail in san francisco, california. The barbary coast trail san francisco film locations. San francisco heritage tourism and barbary coast history. The trail connects 20 of san franciscos most important historic sites. I have taken many friends and family on this walk and it is always a big hit. However, formatting rules can vary widely between applications and fields of interest or study.