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2. www.sfmta.com › getting-around › muniCable Cars | SFMTA

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   Our cable car grip operators and conductors are there to help. You can also Tweet us @sfmta_muni. Or contact the San Francisco Customer Service Center, dial 311 (outside San Francisco, call 415.701.2311).

3. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › San_Francisco_cable_car_systemSan Francisco cable car system - Wikipedia

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   The San Francisco cable car system is the world's last manually operated cable car system and an icon of the city of San Francisco.The system forms part of the intermodal urban transport network operated by the San Francisco Municipal Railway, which also includes the separate E Embarcadero and F Market & Wharves heritage streetcar lines, and the Muni Metro modern light rail system.

   • Number of lines: 3
   • Headquarters: San Francisco Cable Car Museum

   • Track gauge: 3 ft 6 in (1,067 mm)
   • Number of stations: 62

4. www.sftodo.com › sanfrancisco › cable-car-san-franciscoSan Francisco Cable Car Guide - SF To Do

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   Learn how to ride the historic cable cars in San Francisco, the iconic symbol of the city. Find out the routes, fares, tips, and attractions along the way.

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6. www.fishermanswharf.org › cable-carsCable Cars — Fisherman's Wharf San Francisco

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   Learn about the history and fares of San Francisco's cable cars, a national historic monument and a symbol of the city's charm. Find out how to ride the Powell-Hyde and Powell-Mason lines from Fisherman's Wharf to Union Square.

7. www.sfmta.com › getting-around › muniCable Car History | SFMTA

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   Andrew Smith Hallidie tested the first cable car at 4 o'clock in the morning, August 2, 1873, on San Francisco's Clay Street. His idea for a steam engine-powered, cable driven rail system was conceived in 1869, after witnessing horses being whipped while they struggled on the wet cobblestones to pull a horsecar up Jackson Street.

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   How often do cable cars run in San Francisco?

   • You can download our printable cable car map, with all of the stops and top areas or a full San Francisco map . The (very popular) cable cars generally run about every 10 minutes. From Union Square to the crest of Nob Hill, cable cars offer a thrilling way to move with the City.

   San Francisco Cable Car Guide - SF To Do

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   Does San Francisco have cable cars?

   • The San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (Muni) owns and operates the cable cars, along with the vintage “F-line” streetcars on Market Street and the waterfront, and the City’s light rail and bus system. How much does it cost and where can I pay? A single cable car ride costs $8 one way for all riders over age 4.

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   How does a cable car work in San Francisco?

   • The San Francisco Cable Car system is the last working system of its kind in the world. The cable cars move by gripping an underground cable that is in constant motion, powered by an engine located in a central powerhouse. The “grip man” on board the cable car is responsible for operating the grip and ringing the bell.

   San Francisco Cable Car Guide - SF To Do

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   How much does a cable car cost in San Francisco?

   • A ride on San Francisco’s cable cars may be the most iconic and memorable of your entire trip to California. Even people who might dismiss cable cars as a cheesy tourist attraction will admit that there is something incredibly romantic about these rides. The current cable car fare (August 2022) is $8.00 and all fares are one way.

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9. sfcablecars.org › rideRide — 150 Years of Cable Cars

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   Learn how to ride the historic cable cars in San Francisco, the only place in the world where they operate. Find out the routes, fares, schedules, and tips for enjoying the scenic views and attractions along the way.

10. www.sftravel.com › article › your-guide-to-powellYour Guide to the Powell-Mason Cable Car Line | San Francisco ...

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    Here’s everything you’ll need to know to have a great ride on the Powell-Mason Cable Car Line. San Francisco’s iconic cable cars are recognized the world over for the clanging of the bells, panoramic views, and thrilling descents down steep hills. Taking a ride on a cable car is always at the top of visitors’ must-do San Francisco ...