From its redwood forests and jagged coastline to movie sets and the sun kissed Napa Valley, California is as varied a place as the locals who call it home. With such a diverse cultural and geographic background, California will always be a popular destination for student tours. Full of vibrancy in both its educational offerings, national parks, and food, California presents an undeniable attraction for students and their teachers. When you travel with EA Tours, you’ll have the opportunity to experience all that makes this state golden! Perhaps your group would like to see the famed Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz, the entertainment capital of the world in Los Angles, or learn about the discovery of gold in Sacramento. Whatever the choice, you are sure to have a fantastic time and the City by the Bay is a great starting point!
With its stunning waterfront views, steep hills, and Asian influence, San Francisco is more than just a city. It’s a melting pot of cultures that make up one fantastic place to visit on a student tour. A walk around Pier 39 and Fisherman’s Wharf allow you to have some outdoor fun. Always a bustling area, Fisherman’s Wharf is a waterfront neighborhood that is an absolute must see! Home to numerous shops, restaurants, and museums, Fisherman’s Wharf is where you’ll also find Pier 39. Providing fabulous views of the bay for you to snap a few photos, Pier 39 is where you can begin your journey to Alcatraz or the Golden Gate Bridge. Don’t forget to also pay a visit to the Aquarium of the Bay, Madame Tussauds Wax Museum, and the Maritime Museum while you’re there. If you start to feel a little peckish, like the seagulls flying overhead, don’t worry as there are no shortage of options.
In this area you’ll find popular offerings such as the Ghirardelli Ice Cream and Chocolate Shop and famous Boudin’s! Creator of the BEST sourdough French Bread, Boudin’s has the distinct honor of being the oldest bakery in the city. Be sure to try the chowder! And send some my way if you can… As your student tour continues, you’re sure to see the landmark of San Francisco dominating the skyline and often times barely visible through the fog, the Golden Gate Bridge. With its long expanse and easily recognizable design, the Golden Gate Bridge was constructed to make travel easier between San Francisco and Marin County. There are many excellent vantage points to take in its majesty but the Golden Gate Bridge Vista Point is perhaps the best! While riding a cable car, seeing Lombard St. (the crookedest street in the world), and the many museums, no educational student tour is complete without a visit to Alcatraz.
