Make sure to reserve time on your schedule for two informative and congenial tours during the ACT International Conference in San Francisco, Aug. 2-6. Nothing beats seeing theory put to work in the real world, and these promise to be great opportunities to do that while networking with old and new friends from around the world.
South Beach Walking Tour
Led by Ratna Amin, transportation policy director of SPUR, along with City and County of San Francisco transportation and planning agency staff, this tour will spotlight transit-oriented development and new walkable communities in San Francisco.
Participants will ride the Muni Metro to the AT&T Park baseball stadium while discussing this most recent extension to the line as well as the new Central Subway. Once on site, the group will tour the park and discuss its effect on the South Beach area.
Next, participants will walk a loop incorporating other transit-oriented developments and the Caltrain station, discussing high-speed rail and its potential effect on the region. That will be followed by a walk up the Embarcadero to the Ferry Building, stopping along the way for refreshments and discussion of the Embarcadero Freeway teardown and surrounding revitalization, as well as more recent changes on Rincon Hill.
Upon arrival at the Ferry Building, the group will talk about the effect of the farmer's market and other transformative changes. If time permits, participants will walk through the building with an eye toward good places for lunch and Bay ferry operations. The group will also discuss the Warrior Stadium controversy and a recent failed waterfront initiative.
Maximum number of participants: 20
Walking distance & time: approximately 1.3 miles; up to 2.5 hours
Stanford University Shuttle and Bike Tours 
Experience the history and beauty of Stanford University, in the heart of Silicon Valley. Tour participants will enjoy seeing Stanford's award-winning transportation programs, including collaboration with regional transit agencies, extensive marketing efforts, the largest university Zipcar fleet in the world, electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure, and more.
In addition to learning about Stanford's transportation demand management programs, participants will have the
opportunity to view and learn about historic Stanford landmarks. Potential site visits include the Main Quad with its distinct architecture; the Mausoleum where the Stanford family is buried; the Rodin Sculpture Garden; and the Red Barn, which is a registered historical landmark.
- Option A: Shuttle Tour. Participants will experience a guided tour of campus onboard a 100 percent electric bus from Stanford's Marguerite shuttle fleet, which provides free transportation to the public. Maximum number of participants: 30
- Option B: Bicycle Tour. Participants will take a guided tour of campus to see bike infrastructure, circulation, and commuting resources that include bike cages and bike locker compounds. Bicycles and helmets (required) provided. Check out a Platinum-Level Bicycle Friendly University, as designated by the League of American Bicyclists! Maximum number of participants: 12
Registration for these tours will open soon and will be on a first-come, first-served basis. Watch your email for more details.