Cable Cars

San Francisco's iconic cable cars are a living piece of Victorian engineering that have clattered up and down the city's steepest hills since 1873, offering both practical transportation and thrilling sightseeing all in one ride. The Powell-Market line takes you through bustling downtown streets, while the Powell-Hyde route climbs toward the dramatic views of the Golden Gate Bridge and Bay, making it one of the world's most exhilarating commutes. Each vintage wooden car, operated by skilled gripmen pulling massive underground cables, tells the story of San Francisco's resilience and charm.