Description: The cable cars are one of the city's top attractions. Today, they are one of the few moving National Historic Landmarks and the only surviving cable streetcar with decouplable cars. In 1873, the first line went into service in San Francisco. In 1906, nearly everything was destroyed in the Great Fire. The network and cars were rebuilt, but were used only for the steepest streets. All other lines were replaced by electric streetcars. In 1947, the last cable cars were to be taken out of service. But resistance arose and so the cars remained in operation. As all the equipment became more and more worn out over time, both the entire network and the cars had to be restored from the ground up. The grand reopening took place in 1984. Since then, the cable cars are a must see for all San Francisco tourists.

Our rating: A ride with the cable car, over the steep streets of the city, is simply part of every San Francisco visit. It's fun, you see something of the city and that's why we recommend it!