To get from place to place. It is like a public bus.
You can also use the MUNI app and buy an one day app and ride as much you need to
If you have a Clipper card, you can tag on and off, and hop on/off at a stop, just like muni. If you don't have a Clipper card, then you have to buy a ticket onboard, exact fare is needed. https://www.sfmta.com/fares/cable-car-single-ride
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