Frequently Asked Questions
How long ARE the tourS and WHERE DO THEY BEGIN?
Our meeting place — The “Coming About” fountain and sculpture at Tiburon Blvd. and Main St.
The leisurely Tours are about 1 mile long and last 1½-2¾ hours. Tour #1 is 1½ to 2 hours. Tour #2 is 2¼ to 2¾ hours depending on time spent in the museum. Scheduled tours begin at at the “Coming About” sculpture and fountain at the intersection of Main Street and Tiburon Boulevard.
how many people are on each tour?
In general, tours will run with at least two guests. Tours are generally limited to ten people. For larger groups, please contact us.
WHAT IS THE COST of THE TOURS, AND WHEN ARE they OFFERED?
The cost for each adult is $36 for Tour #1 and $40 for Tour #2, with half-price for children 6-12.
through September 30, 2024, the schedule will be as follows:
For at least two people, tours can often be arranged at your convenience. Feel free to inquire about arranging a tour at a time convenient for you.
The regular schedule is as follows:
Tour #1 will be available most days.
Tour #2, including the Railroad and Ferry Depot Museum, will be offered on most Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays. With at least two days notice, other days may be made available.
CAN PRIVATE GROUP TOURS BE ARRANGED AT OTHER TIMES?
Yes! Groups (including at least four adults) can arrange for private tours by contacting Elliott Brown at 415 849-0345 or by emailing to info@tiburonwalkingtours.com. For special non-scheduled tours, there is no discounted price for groups fewer than eight. Special pricing is available, however, for groups of eight or more.
School groups, youth organizations, and non-profit groups are eligible for reduced pricing as well.
Please note that part of Tour #2, the Railroad and Ferry Depot Museum, is only open to the public from 1 to 4 PM Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday, April through October. By special arrangement with the Belvedere-Tiburon Landmarks Society, we have been able to have the museum opened at other times for our tours.
FOR WHOM ARE THE TOURS APPROPRIATE?
Each tour is less than 1 mile of easy walking on mostly flat, paved pathways and sidewalks. There is one portion of each tour that involves an incline. While we have hosted guests in wheelchairs or using walkers, it will be the full responsibility of the individual tour participant to determine whether to participate in this segment of the tour.
Children over the age of 10 should have little difficulty understanding the tours and keeping up with them. This may not be true for younger children. Tour #1 includes significant information about the mistreatment and eventual genocide of the Coast Miwok indigenous people. Parents should use their discretion.
WHAT IF A TOUR IS CANCELED?
If a tour is canceled due to inclement weather (which is very rare between May and October) or any other reason, you will be notified immediately and will receive a full refund or the option to reserve space for a future tour.
HOW ABOUT PARKING?
If you are driving, be aware that on-street parking is unmetered, but is limited to two hours, so if you arrive early and park on the street, you might want to check your tires for chalk marks before beginning the tour, or choose to park in the $5.00-for-all-day parking lot on the east side of Tiburon Boulevard (on the left side as you approach the town) just before the CVS store and opposite the Boardwalk shopping center. You’ll see this sign:
Any other questions?
Feel free to call or text us at 415 849-0345 or by email at info@tiburonwalkingtours.com with any other questions you may have.