Top San Francisco Shows & Performances

Ride a double-decker sightseeing bus to San Francisco's most famous landmarks with a hop-on hop-off bus pass valid for 24 or 48 hours. Visit big-name attractions such as Pier 39, the Palace of Fine Arts, and Union Square. Explore at your own pace, hopping off at any of 17 stops. Add-on options include Aquarium by the Bay admission, a digital Chinatown walking tour, a panoramic sunset tour, and a half-day wine tour

Skip the lines with your pre-booked ticket to Jay Alexander’s Mind Tricks Live at the Marrakech Magic Theater in San Francisco. Begin your evening in the Oasis Lounge, a hidden gem with Moroccan charm, enjoying close-up magic and vibrant cocktails before the main event. Then, prepare to be dazzled as San Francisco’s premier mentalist takes the stage with astounding mind-reading, illusions, and interactive moments that make this a one-of-a-kind experience.

Enjoy easy skip-the-line access to the California Academy of Sciences with this pre-paid ticket. Walk right in to explore the museum's 4-story rainforest, planetarium, and aquarium, plus the new Tiny Chef, Big Impact exhibit celebrating small actions for the planet.

San Francisco is home to so many enchanting neighborhoods that it can be challenging to explore them all. On this small-group walking tour, visit Chinatown and North Beach, two of the city’s most storied districts, in about a half day of sightseeing. Learn about culture and traditions from your local guide, and stop for generous food tastings—from tea and dim sum in Chinatown to fresh cannoli in one of North Beach's oldest bakeries.

Hop on a '70s-era VW bus and get to know the hippie past and hipster vibe that make up San Francisco today. Starting and ending at Fisherman's Wharf, this sightseeing tour takes you around the city, including Chinatown, North Beach, the Castro, the Mission, downtown and more. See the homes of The Grateful Dead, Janis Joplin and Jimi Hendrix, while listening to '60s classics. So settle into a neon-blue seat and dig your shoes into groovy shag carpet. Each bus accommodates up to just six people.

With so much on offer in San Francisco's nightlife scene, knowing where to go is tricky, especially if you're hitting up the bars on your own. This high-energy bar crawl removes the guesswork for you, taking you to bars and clubs across Nob Hill and Union Square. What's more, enjoy exclusive drink deals, free shots, and VIP fast-track entry to skip lines to get in. Meet new people and make memories while leaving the logistics to the organiszrs.

Experience an unforgettable night where history and innovation come together—AURA by Moment Factory transforms Grace Cathedral into a breathtaking living masterpiece. Through stunning projection mapping, immersive lighting, and powerful original music, the space comes alive with captivating scenes of swirling storms, blooming ceilings, crashing waves, and star-filled skies. This one-of-a-kind experience blends art, technology, and timeless beauty to inspire and amaze audiences of all ages. Step into a world that connects past and present in the most spectacular way—secure your tickets now for AURA in San Francisco!

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.

Peek behind the scenes at the California Academy of Sciences with VIP tickets to the Thursday NightLife—an adults-only event that proves museums aren’t just for kids. Sip cocktails and nibble hors d'oeuvres at a private reception, then go inside “The Vault” to see glittering gemstones and prehistoric treasures not on view to the general public. You’ll also take a walk on the wild side with express entry to the Osher Rainforest dome and get starry-eyed during a planetarium show.

Take a journey around San Francisco's top sights in a retro way with this small-group tour by vintage Volkswagen bus, decorated with long eyelashes so you can't miss your tour vehicle. You'll pass by neighborhoods like Chinatown, Union Square, Pacific Heights, North Beach, Haight-Ashbury, the Marina, and Hayes Valley, plus see the Palace of Fine Arts, Golden Gate Bridge, Golden Gate Park, Civic Center, and more.

If you fancy yourself a foodie or culture enthusiast, don’t miss this walking tour of San Francisco’s Little Italy—the neighborhood of North Beach. Voted one of the 15 best foodie tours in the USA by U.S. News, join an insider guide and experience a slice of the top things to do in North Beach, such as tasting coffee and witnessing bread being freshly made. Soak up the lively atmosphere of one of the city’s most popular districts as you learn about its cafes and bakeries and see landmarks like Saints Peter and Paul Church.

Uncover San Francisco’s haunted history on this thrilling ghost-hunting tour, complete with your own EMF detector. Explore eerie alleys, historic neighborhoods, and infamous sites like Gold Rush cemeteries and Chinatown’s old red-light district, while hearing chilling tales of paranormal activity, murders, and mysterious deaths. Perfect for thrill-seekers, this tour blends ghost stories with true crime and the city’s darker past.

If you want to hear all about the ghosts that haunt San Francisco, then join this small group tour and try not to get too scared. Your guide will tell you tales about the Goldrush era and more while you walk by historic places like Jackson Square, The Old Ship Saloon, and more. This isn’t just your average pub tour-this one is haunted.

Get to know San Francisco’s dark and seedy history on this small group tour of crime and scandal. In the company of a guide, stroll through the city’s neighborhoods and hear stories about scandals of the past. Visit China Town, Maiden Lane, and more and stop in the oldest bar in San Francisco.

Combine three of the Bay Area's top attractions—Alcatraz Island, Muir Woods, and Sausalito—in a single tour from San Francisco. Enjoy comfortable transportation in a luxury small-group tour van, including a trip across the Golden Gate Bridge, so you can focus on the scenery instead of driving. Your Alcatraz admission includes the ferry ride and audio tour, with free time to explore Muir Woods and Sausalito at your own pace.

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.

When the sun sets, San Francisco really comes to life. Discover the best of the city’s nightlife options on this private tour tailored to your tastes. Meet your local host and get ready to sip, party, and explore like a local. Check out buzzy nightclubs in SoMa, enjoy the LGBTQ+ party scene in the Castro, try classy cocktails in North Beach, and more.

Celebrate July 4th on a wild party cruise in the Golden City aboard the Empress Yacht! We’re setting off the summer with a bang; cruising on The Bay, dancing, drinking, and getting the absolute best views of the annual fireworks show. Sounds like fun, doesn’t it? Order your tickets to this superb July 4th San Francisco yacht party now, before it’s too late. Party on the double-decker beauty known as the Empress Yacht. A truly stylish vessel, this yacht sports hardwood finishings throughout its climate-controlled interior, and panoramic window displays on each deck. Take in the truly astonishing views of The Bay, and enjoy a sweet vantage point for the yearly fireworks show. All Tickets Include: • Unmatched Views of the Annual San Francisco 4th of July Fireworks Show • Complimentary Appetizers and Open Bar • Live DJ w/ Dance Floor BOARDING: 7:30 PM DEPARTING: 8:00 PM RETURNING: 11:00 PM This event is strictly 21+ only.

Discover the local shopping scene and its fashion DNA with a professional stylist as you embark on a personalized shopping circuit built to meet your style and wishes. Learn more about the art of styling your body features and take a figurative soft tour outside your comfort zone as your stylist pulls pieces for you to explore and try. Think of it as a mini style consultation followed by recommendations and a hands-on practice session during the shopping tour where you can ask any fashion and style-related questions. Throughout your shopping circuit and neighborhood's discovery, listen to fashion stories as told by your fashion savvy guide, and get a unique insight into the industry. Prior to your shopping tour, you will be sent a little shopping form to help personalize your experience. And following your fashion escapade, you will be sent a personal style summary of recommendations received by your stylist as well as some tour souvenir photos.

Embark on the most magical family adventure! Nestled in a quiet San Francisco neighborhood, this immersive experience invites families and friends of all generations to explore an enchanted fairy grove led by a fairy, and her magical muse. Cast spells, make wishes, and encounter fairies as you journey through portals to the unknown, stumbling upon hilarious stories, a tea party, and conjuring tiny miracles along the way. With testimonials praising its ability to inspire creative thought and imagination, this one-of-a-kind adventure promises to create lasting family memories. Get ready to be charmed on a voyage unlike any other!

If you are new to the city and or visiting, it's usually hard to figure out where to go for a night out in the Castro. This tour is made to answer your questions about where and when to go. You will experience the Castro bars in the eyes of a local guide that has been in the scene for many years. It would feel like you are visiting a local friend that has plenty of tips for you. You'll have insights on what happens where. Moreover, you'll be informed on when to go to certain places. We'll be visiting a few bars depending on the time and the guests' preference. Required: ID that will confirm that you are of age to drink. It will be needed to able to enter the bars.