Barbary Coast Trail

The Barbary Coast Trail, a path marked by bronze medallions and arrows embedded in San Francisco’s sidewalks, weaves through the city, linking 20 of its most historic sites. This trail primarily covers the period from the 1849 Gold Rush to the 1906 earthquake, a time when the term ‘Barbary Coast’ referred to the red-light district that once thrived in what is now parts of North Beach, Chinatown, and Jackson Square. Today, visitors can follow these markers to explore the rich history and diverse neighborhoods, each with its own stories and landmarks.