I loved this part of my trip. I don't consider any trip to San Francisco complete until I've ridden the cable cars. However, during the summer it was unusually full. But I do prefer to travel in the off season.

The cable cars are really neat to ride. You can get a seven day pass for 42.00 at Walgreens. This is a great value and includes buses as well. The problem with the cable cars is that trying to get on one is a challenge....More

They are so iconic and old. You have to see how they turn them. Despite the long queue it normally goes quite quick. And the ride in the outside is amazing

At $7 pp per ride, this is too expensive to use as regular transportation. But, you can't leave the Bay Area without experiencing it once. Patience is needed if you are waiting at the turn-around to board. The line are much shorter near Fishermans Wharf...More

We were a family of 6 with 4 small children. Waited in line for almost 2 hours from 6pm. Finally got the chance to be seated only to discover that the car also pick up passengers along the way who stood right in front of...More

Every visitor has to take a cable car ride. $7 is a bit pricey, but in the end it's a pretty cool experience.

Especially for a "transportation geek", taking a cable car is a must-do when in downtown San Francisco. It is a great tourist stop, but it also serves its purpose of getting folks from downtown to the waterfront. Be prepared for a long wait during certain...More

We waited well over an hour to get on the cable car at the turning point near Ghirardelli Square. This seems to be an essential component of any tourist trip to San Francisco but it is very pricey and a bit frustrating given the length...More

If you expect longer lines, a ride that costs $7/person one way, and possibly a breezier ride in the evening you won't be disappointed. It's a fun way to see parts of the city without having to drive yourself and experience this piece of San...More

Enjoyed our ride even though we stood in line on a Saturday for almost an hour and a half. Once for the experience is enough.