Top San Francisco Classes & Workshops

Go beyond the movies and gain a deeper understanding of the man behind some of the world’s most beloved animated characters at The Walt Disney Family Museum. Located in San Francisco’s historic Presidio, the museum brings Walt Disney’s life and creative legacy into focus through early cartoons, films, personal stories, and recordings in his own voice. Before you leave, take in sweeping views of San Francisco Bay from the museum’s glass-walled galleries.

Visit two of the San Francisco Bay Area’s most popular destinations without the hassle of driving, parking, or securing reservations on your own. Travel across the Golden Gate Bridge to explore the towering redwoods of Muir Woods, then spend time in Sausalito, known for its waterfront views, art galleries, and laid-back charm. Return to San Francisco by coach or choose the flexibility of a ferry ride across the bay.

Pair science with San Francisco nightlife and you have NightLife at the California Academy of Sciences. Prebooking your admission ticket is the perfect, child-free way to explore the museum after hours. Make your way inside and enjoy a lively venue of music, provocative science, and exhibits. Each special program changes weekly and is well worth exploring.

This experience blends hands-on mixology, local history, and iconic Bay Area views into one memorable San Francisco outing. Hosted inside a historic 1930s Art Deco distillery on Treasure Island, guests enjoy sweeping views of the Bay while learning the craft behind classic whiskey cocktails. During the class, guests shake and stir three iconic drinks — the Old Fashioned, Whiskey Sour, and Paper Plane, while discovering how different whiskeys shape flavor, balance, and aroma. One of the moments guests love most is tasting the first cocktail they’ve made themselves. Even those who say they “don’t usually drink whiskey” are often surprised by how approachable and delicious it can be. Getting here is easy, including a scenic six-minute ferry ride from the San Francisco Ferry Building. Gold Bar Whiskey is the Official Whiskey of the San Francisco 49ers.

Our sip and paint activities provide value to guests as we offer: Creative Outlet: Guests can express their creativity through painting. Social Experience: Guests can meet new people and have fun together. Relaxation: Painting can be calming and help reduce stress. Cultural Engagement: Guests can immerse themselves in the local art scene. Personal Keepsake: Guests create their own artwork as a memorable souvenir. In summary, sip and paint activities provide guests with opportunities for creativity, socializing, relaxation, cultural engagement, and personal keepsakes.

There are plenty of delicious dumplings to be found in Chinatown—but for a truly in-depth experience that ensures you’ll walk away with new culinary expertise, book a dumpling-making cooking class. With just your chef-guide and a small group for company, learn insider tips for flavorful filling and perfect pleats. At the end of class, savor your wagyu beef dumplings with a veggie side and a bonus sweet treat.

Explore the practice of yoga or extend your practice with a yoga class in Corte Madera. Choose from a variety of energized and soulful flow classes based on Vinyasa yoga, with a focus on breath work and dynamic sequence of poses to strengthen the body. Modifications available to adjust for all levels of experience.

Do you see a moment? CLICK! CAPTURED IT! In this class you will learn how to be a professional photographer with any camera and will learn the mind set it takes to capture great content.

Have the special chance to visit one of San Francisco’s top distilleries—and hone your bartending skills—with this hands-on gin cocktail class. Make your own way to a top distillery, located in a historic Pan Am hangar offering San Francisco Bay views, and get ready to stir, shake, and sip like the pros. Led by your bartender guide, prepare—and enjoy—several gin-based drinks.

Savor the best of Napa and Sonoma wine country with ease on this full-day tour from San Francisco. Cross the Golden Gate Bridge, enjoy scenic photo stops, and visit renowned wineries in Napa and Sonoma. Taste award-winning wines, explore charming Sonoma Plaza, and discover gems that can include Artesa Winery and Madonna Estate. Enjoy guided commentary, round-trip transport, and tastings, making this tour a relaxing and memorable one.

Relax with a cup of tea and discover the fascinating world of tea during this San Francisco Tea Tasting and Brewing Class. Travelers will explore the history of tea, learn about different tea varieties and how they are produced, and gain practical skills for brewing the perfect cup or pot at home. The experience includes guided tastings from five distinct categories of tea, offering insight into their unique flavors and characteristics. Led by tea expert Jody, who has worked in the tea industry since 2009 and traveled extensively throughout Asia visiting tea farms and sourcing teas, this shared daytime experience is ideal for tea enthusiasts, curious beginners, thoughtful gift seekers, or groups looking for a relaxing and educational activity.

Experience a guided tasting of teas sourced from a 100-year-old farm in Uji, Japan. Explore a range of flavors—from traditional matcha to a dessert-style matcha—in a relaxed, approachable setting. This unique activity blends authentic tea culture with a casual vibe, making it perfect for team building, group outings, or a fun activity with friends. Please note the minimum group is 7 and maximum is 15 guests.

Explore San Francisco's iconic landscapes and hidden gems through the lens of a camera on a private photography tour. With a professional photographer as your guide, enhance your skills by focusing on composition, timing, and exposure in both daytime and nighttime settings. Capture the city’s cinematic streetscapes and shimmering skyline, resulting in a portfolio that showcases your growth as a photographer. Choose from specialized tours tailored to your interests, whether you're drawn to the vibrant streets during the day or the atmospheric glow at night. - Private tours lasting 3 to 6 hours, perfect for individual or small group sessions. - Learn techniques for urban photography, including timing and visual awareness. - Meet at Ferry Plaza and explore key locations for optimal light and angles. - Suitable for all skill levels, from beginners to advanced photographers.

Learn to surf in Pacifica, a picturesque town on the California coast just south of San Francisco. Your expert instructor covers all basics so that you can begin to catch some waves. Learn how to read the ocean, paddle out, pop up, balance and ride the waves, along with the etiquette of the surf world. Start practicing on the beach and in shallow waters before heading further out, with the assistance of your instructor available throughout your 3-hour lesson. Choose a morning or mid-day lesson that suits your schedule, with all necessary equipment provided.

Visit Northern California wine country and Muir Woods for a truly fabulous day out. This popular tour takes you to Muir Woods National Monument, then to multiple wineries in Napa and Sonoma Valleys, with tastings included. Opt to include a gourmet lunch in historic Sonoma (choose option at checkout) and cross the Golden Gate Bridge on the return to San Francisco, with a stop for a photo opportunity.

Step onto the pier in Tomales Bay and learn crabbing the way locals do—simple, hands-on, and ridiculously fun. We’ll bait and set hoop nets, then check them together as the bay reveals what’s been crawling below. Along the way you’ll learn the “why” behind the rules: how to measure for legal keepers, handle crab safely, and read tides and habitat so you’re not just hoping—you’re understanding. This is a pier-based adventure, so it’s beginner-friendly and great for kids, with all gear provided. Expect salty air, curious seabirds, and that electric moment when the net breaks the surface and everyone leans in. If conditions allow, we’ll wrap with practical tips for keeping your catch fresh and cooking it at home—so you leave with memories and real skills you can repeat.

Learn the basics of surfing with a beginner lesson that takes place at picturesque Stinson Beach. Your instructor provides a 2-hour lesson that covers fundamentals such as water safety, wave dynamics, paddling skills, surfboard positioning, stand-up and riding techniques, and surfing etiquette. Stinson Beach is located within a 1-hour drive of San Francisco and other Bay Area cities, making it convenient for both locals and visitors.

This hands-on cooking class with Chef Daniel in Mission Bay offers a unique opportunity for travelers to learn the art of making fresh stuffed pasta. The class will focus on creating Tortelloni with Spinach and Ricotta, a classic stuffed pasta dish that is sure to impress. Using only the freshest and highest quality ingredients, this class is perfect for anyone looking to expand their culinary skills and take their cooking to the next level. The experience is made even more unique by the beautiful location of Mission Bay, which provides a serene and picturesque setting for the class. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner, Chef Daniel's pasta cooking class is a fun and informative way to explore the world of fresh pasta and take home a new skill.