Powell-Hyde Cable Car Turntable

The San Francisco cable car system is the world's last manually operated cable car system. An icon of San Francisco, the cable car system forms part of the intermodal urban transport network operated by the San Francisco Municipal Railway. Of the twenty-three lines established between 1873 and 1890,three remain (one of which combines parts of two earlier lines): two routes from downtown near Union Square to Fisherman's Wharf, and a third route along California Street. While the cable cars are used to a certain extent by commuters, the vast majority of their 7 million annual passengers are tourists.They are among the most significant tourist attractions in the city, along with Alcatraz Island, the Golden Gate Bridge, and Fisherman's Wharf. The cable cars are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.


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Monday: 6:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Thursday: 6:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Friday: 6:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Saturday: 6:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Sunday: 6:00 AM – 12:00 AM

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Logan Cherrington 2017-01-02

Really pretty. But the line is so long. I would find another stop if you want to ride the cable car. This is easily the busiest station.
Abby Ellsworth 2016-11-24

What a great piece of history. Wait was a bit long, but worth it! Loved the authenticity
Benjamin Dean 2016-08-29

Had to wait 45min in line but was well worth it. Staff are friendly and engaging - this adds a lot to the experience. If you can, see if you can stand up on the side at the front, it's a fun ride down those steep hills.
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