Cow Hollow SF Neon Walking Tour 2/19

Schedule

Thu Feb 19 2026 at 05:45 pm to 07:15 pm

UTC-08:00

Location

On sidewalk in front of Presidio Theater | San Francisco, CA

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Wander between Lombard and Chestnut Streets and discover vintage neon signs for motels, movie theaters, diners, and a diving lady.
About this Event

San Francisco nightlife is thriving in this neighborhood of watering holes and eateries, punctuated by vintage neon signs. This tour wanders between Lombard and Chestnut Streets and connecting the dots with vintage neon signs for motels, movie theaters, diners, and a diving lady.

Spend an evening under the neon glow with San Francisco Neon authors and photographers Al Barna and Randall Ann Homan. Tours feature local history with architectural and graphic design insights to San Francisco's unique legacy of surviving neon signs. Photography and a lively Q&A are encouraged. Be prepared to walk 1.5 hours, 1 uphill block. Tours start at twilight, even If it is raining (Neon looks best in the rain.) but will be rescheduled in case of stormy weather and bad road conditions.


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All photos above: Al Barna.


The day before the tour, we'll send an email reminder with all the details for your tour, including public transit and parking tips.

Small Print: Please note that we reserve the right to change/cancel the tour due to obstructions, stormy weather, or insufficient reservations. Full refunds issued for canceled tours. All participants agree to assume 100% responsibility for their own safety, conduct, and well-being, and recognize that possible hazards exist while participating in outdoor (or any other) activities; and agree to participate solely at their own risk. If you join this group, and purchase tickets, and/or attend any San Francisco Neon events; it shall be conclusively presumed you understand and agree to this policy.

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On sidewalk in front of Presidio Theater, 2340 Chestnut St, San Francisco, United States

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USD 19.45 to USD 37.05

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