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Silicon Valley Private Tour with Hotel Pickup

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Journey through Silicon Valley’s innovation trail and witness the past, present, and future of technology converge in the heart of the digital world with this guided tour in San Fransisco. After a hotel pickup, begin your adventure at the Meta headquarters.

Next, venture to Stanford University, the birthplace of countless tech visionaries. Stroll through its historic campus and soak in the intellectual atmosphere that has fueled the success of Silicon Valley.

Then, at the legendary HP Garage, stand on the very ground where Silicon Valley’s journey began. Feel the historical significance of this unassuming garage, where the seeds of tech giants were sown. Pass by Steve Jobs’s home, paying homage to the man who changed the world with his innovations.

Take a behind-the-scenes look at the Google headquarters, seeing how innovation thrives in a powerhouse of creativity and technology. Delve into the history of computing at the Computer Museum, where vintage machines and exhibits showcase the journey from early computers to today’s digital marvels.

Move onward to an immersion in the world of Apple while gaining insights into the company’s DNA and innovation culture at the Apple Visitor Center. End the tour where it all first began, the Apple Garage. Step into the historic site where Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak revolutionized the tech industry.

About this activity

  • Free cancellation

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  • Duration 7 hours

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  • Live tour guide

    English, Spanish, Portuguese

  • Pickup included

    For a stress-free travel experience, enjoy pickup directly from your San Francisco hotel.

  • Private group

Highlights

  • Dive in the spirit of innovation and explore places where tech giants were born
  • Experience the energy and culture that continues to drive technology’s future
  • Discover the Apple revolution origins with a visit to the Apple Visitor Center
  • Trace the evolution of computing and learn about disruptive tech innovation
  • Witness innovation at the core of this tech titan at the Google Headquarters

Description

Journey through Silicon Valley’s innovation trail and witness the past, present, and future of technology converge in the heart of the digital world with this guided tour in San Fransisco. After a hotel pickup, begin your adventure at the Meta headquarters. Next, venture to Stanford University, the birthplace of countless tech visionaries. Stroll through its historic campus and soak in the intellectual atmosphere that has fueled the success of Silicon Valley. Then, at the legendary HP Garage, stand on the very ground where Silicon Valley’s journey began. Feel the historical significance of this unassuming garage, where the seeds of tech giants were sown. Pass by Steve Jobs’s home, paying homage to the man who changed the world with his innovations. Take a behind-the-scenes look at the Google headquarters, seeing how innovation thrives in a powerhouse of creativity and technology. Delve into the history of computing at the Computer Museum, where vintage machines and exhibits showcase the journey from early computers to today’s digital marvels. Move onward to an immersion in the world of Apple while gaining insights into the company’s DNA and innovation culture at the Apple Visitor Center. End the tour where it all first began, the Apple Garage. Step into the historic site where Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak revolutionized the tech industry.

Inclusions

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Entry for up to 4 guests to the Computer History Museum
  • Guide
  • Bottled water

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Klaus
very competent, very authentic, insightful. would always recommend.
Clinton
What an awesome day! My Guide, Pablo, was very flexible and knowledgeable. I got to see the things I wanted to see, and spend the right amount of time at the points of interest I liked the most.

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