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Yosemite National Park: Full Day Tour from San Francisco

14 hoursFree Cancellation

Special Offer

Drive down one of the most scenic roads in California on this full-day tour from San Francisco. Cruise along the coast-hugging Highway 1, passing Pebble Beach on the iconic 17-Mile Drive. Enjoy free time to explore Monterey, where you can stroll down Steinbeck’s Cannery Row or visit the Monterey Bay Aquarium (own expense). Then enjoy free time to explore Carmel-by-the-Sea before returning to San Francisco.

Monterey, Carmel and 17-Mile Drive: Full Day Tour from SF

11 hoursFree Cancellation

San Francisco Bay Sailing Cruise

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.9

(653)

from $65

Discover many of San Francisco’s top landmarks and neighborhoods—and explore by foot and by cable car—on this small-group, half-day tour. In the morning, meet your guide near the Embarcadero: you’ll set off to see areas like Nob Hill, Haight-Ashbury, the Mission District, and more, plus highlights like Mission Dolores Park and San Francisco City Hall. As you go, your guide will share the stories behind the sights.

San Francisco Half-Day Tour by Cable Car & Foot

Cover more ground in less time on a e-bike tour of San Francisco, and experience the city like a real local. Pedal through back alleys, neighborhoods rich in culture, and along the city's waterfront. Stop to snap photos of Downtown, North Beach, the Mission District, Fisherman's Wharf, and more—all while learning about the areas you visit from your guide's handy commentary. Better still, keep exploring with inclusive post-tour bike rental—perfect for independently visiting the Golden Gate Bridge.

4.4

(22)

from $100

Stop by the colorful streets of the Mission district

San Francisco E-Bike Tour: City Highlights

3 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

4.7

(99)

from $115

See San Francisco’s top sights without the hassle of navigating traffic, parking, or public transportation on your own. Traveling with a driver-guide makes it easy to cover more ground in less time, with stops at major landmarks and visits to distinctive neighborhoods across the city. Customize your experience with optional upgrades such as a bay cruise, bike rental, or aquarium admission.

San Francisco Grand City Tour

Make the most of your time in San Francisco with a comprehensive, half-day tour that checks off plenty of the city's top sights—perfect for travelers with limited time or a packed itinerary. Stop for photos at the Golden Gate Bridge, enjoy panoramic views from Twin Peaks, and visit highlights including the Palace of Fine Arts. Along the way, drive through culturally rich areas including Haight-Ashbury, the Castro, Chinatown, and North Beach (San Francisco’s Little Italy).

4.2

(610)

from $69

San Francisco Half-Day Highlights Tour

Explore the Northern California redwoods on this half-day tour of Muir Woods. Departing from Fisherman’s Wharf, your guide drives you over the Golden Gate Bridge in a comfortable luxury mini-bus to Muir Woods National Monument. Crane your neck to admire these trees standing 260 feet (80 meters) tall. Enjoy free time to hike among the coastal redwoods. Upgrade to take the ferry from Sausalito, or add a Big Bus combo for a 24-hour hop-on hop-off city tour with a digital Chinatown walking tour.

4.0

(30)

from $69

From San Francisco: Guided Tour to Muir Woods and Sausalito

From San Francisco: Guided Tour to Muir Woods and Sausalito

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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.

(617)

from $99

Almost half of California's Muir Woods National Monument is comprisde of redwoods.

San Francisco Super Saver: Muir Woods & Wine Country w/ optional Gourmet Lunch

11 hoursFree Cancellation

Legion of Honor Museum General Admission Ticket

(3,400)

from $170

See One of the 28 Original Casts of Rodin's The Thinker

2 to 4 hours

4.3

(88)

from $20

Delicious Fun Food and History Tour of North Beach and Beyond!

3 hoursFree Cancellation

San Francisco’s downtown is home to off-beat history and sights not always apparent to independent travelers. With this private walking tour, visit the district’s top sights and hidden gems, including the Financial District “buried ship,” California Gold Rush sights, Chinatown, and the 1898 Ferry Building looking out onto Alcatraz Island and the Bay Bridge. Travel in a private group to ensure personalized attention from your guide.

(22)

from $79

Private Walking Tour of San Francisco

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.9

(151)

from $49

Glen Canyon, San Francisco - https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Glen_canyon_san_francisco_april_2013.jpeg

The village of Glen Park is nestled among the slopes of the San Miguel Hills near the heart of San Francisco, just south of Twin Peaks. It is the gateway to a hidden gem of 70 acres of open space known as Glen Canyon, of which 60 acres is officially designated as a Significant Natural Resource Area. Much of the history of Glen Park and Glen Canyon is closely intertwined, from early open-range cattle grazing and "milch" ranches, to an explosive direct link with today's prestigious Nobel Prizes, to a radical sales gimmick for selling home lots that included just about everything from lions and bears to trick shooters and high-flying aeronauts! In addition to the area's remarkable cultural history, we'll also discover some of the highlights of the canyon's natural history as we trek through. The tour is ready whenever you are and the audio plays automatically at exactly the right time and place using your smartphone's GPS and the VoiceMap mobile app, which also works offline.

San Francisco's Glen Park and Glen Canyon: A Self-Guided Tour

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Open-Top Double-Decker Bus Adventure: Hop on and off all day long with our lively hop-on-hop-off service! Buses roll up every 30 minutes, ready to whisk you away on a 2-hour whirlwind tour if you choose to stay on for the full loop. Cruise past iconic landmarks and charming neighborhoods while soaking in breathtaking panoramic views and entertaining commentary. Feel free to explore at your own pace—jump off whenever a spot catches your eye, then hop back on to keep the adventure rolling! Alcatraz Island Experience: Step into a gripping self-guided audio tour packed with intriguing stories from former inmates and guards. Sail across the shimmering waters to Alcatraz aboard a ferry offering unbeatable views of San Francisco’s sparkling skyline. Your adventure’s starting point changes depending on whether you dive into the bus tour or Alcatraz first—so get ready for a day packed with excitement and surprises!

(1)

from $10

Alcatraz Inside Tour and All Day Hop On Hop Off with Night Option

Alcatraz Inside Tour and All Day Hop On Hop Off with Night Option

2 to 5 hours

Skip the hassle of coordinating separate bookings and planning how to explore San Francisco efficiently. This two-day combo pairs a structured Alcatraz visit with a guided electric bike ride, giving you both in-depth insight and active exploration. Enjoy a balanced experience that lets you cover major sights comfortably while still taking in the city’s neighborhoods and views at an easy pace.

(1)

from $121

2-Day Alcatraz Visit + San Francisco E-Bike Tour

2-Day Alcatraz Visit + San Francisco E-Bike Tour

4 to 7 hours

4.9

(13)

from $180

San Francisco's Chinatown is one of the largest Chinese communities outside of Asia. Take the guesswork out and explore the ins and outs of this lively multicultural neighborhood with a guide who knows the way. Venture beyond the tourist shops to learn the history of landmarks such as Portsmouth Square and the Dragon's Gate, stopping along the way to sample authentic dim sum and tour a fortune cookie factory.

Chinatown Food & History Walking Tour - Small Group

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

This is it! The one and only Alcatraz Night Tour from Alcatraz City Cruises. As compared to the Day Tour, it may feel a little bit creepier (haunted?) while having less crowds, added ranger or docent-led tours, and extra narration on the outbound ferry. Plus, you will take a separate high quality excursion with spectacular views along San Francisco Bay. This can be done before or after Alcatraz, with daily departures; no reservations required. First, select a date from the evening schedule. You get the Alcatraz prison tour, complete with headset audio (available in Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Portuguese, Russian and Spanish). Considering how often the Alcatraz Night Tour sells out at the Pier 33 Box Office, this package is often a great way to get a ticket to Alcatraz and make memories going all along the San Francisco waterfront and out under the Golden Gate Bridge and back.

(38)

from $85

Alcatraz Night Tour and San Francisco Bay Cruise

Alcatraz Night Tour and San Francisco Bay Cruise

3.7

(14)

from $169

This is the official Alcatraz prison tour that gives you access ON the island and INSIDE the building cellblocks with the award-winning audio tour in multiple languages. You will get to experience all of the interesting parts of the Alcatraz Island and the stories behind. A 15 minutes ferry ride will take you from Pier 33 to the island in the middle of the San Francisco Bay, and when you are done with the Alcatraz tour, you can take any ferry back to the pier. It's definitely the one tour you don't want to miss when visiting San Francisco! What's better? This tour includes a bonus San Francisco Bay Tour - a cruise tour that takes you around the Alcatraz Island and under the famous Golden Gate Bridge in just 60 minutes! Tour starts near Pier 39 which is within walking distance from the Alcatraz Pier at Pier 33, and there are multiple departures daily so you could use it basically on any day, at any departure time! Don't miss your chance to experience the best San Francisco Bay tours!

Alcatraz Island Tour with San Francisco Bay Tour

Alcatraz Island Tour with San Francisco Bay Tour

3 to 5 hours

3.5

(4)

from $148

Inside Alcatraz Ticket with a San Francisco E-Bike Rental

Experience one of San Francisco’s most iconic landmarks with an official Alcatraz Island ticket included in your booking. Explore the infamous former prison at your own pace with the award-winning audio tour included. For an even more unforgettable day, an e-bike is a fantastic way to explore the city's iconic sights while while avoiding the strain of the steep hills. You can start riding the e-bike as early as 9:00am and then experience Alcatraz later in the afternoon.

Inside Alcatraz Ticket with a San Francisco E-Bike Rental

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Trans-led history walking tour of the Transgender District

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from $155

Join us at the cable car turn around at Powell Station. Look for the Trans Flag.

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Filoli is an unforgettable estate experience just outside San Francisco. Wander through 16 acres of vibrant formal gardens, explore a grand 54,000-sqft Georgian mansion, and discover miles of scenic nature trails where Dambo's giant Troll, Rose Wonders will be nestled in Filoli's Natural Lands. Originally built in 1917, Filoli offers a rare blend of cultivated beauty and wild landscape, now amplified by this incredible outdoor exhibition. It’s a perfect day out for all ages—where families can reconnect, kids can explore, and friends can roam. Enjoy a Garden Pop™ or sip a curated cocktail from one of Filoli’s seasonal pop-up bars. This historical California landscape bridges art, nature, and sustainability.

(5)

from $50

1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours

Filoli House & Garden

4.7

(30)

from $39

Full-Day Guided Tour of San Francisco with Alcatraz

Make the most of your limited time in San Francisco, and combine a guided morning bus tour with a visit to Alcatraz. Enjoy a fully narrated sightseeing adventure through iconic neighborhoods such as Haight-Ashbury, Chinatown, and North Beach, with stops at the Palace of Fine Arts, Golden Gate Bridge, Land’s End, and Twin Peaks. Then, skip the ticket line for your official Alcatraz Island ferry and tour, including a self-guided audio experience.

Full-Day Guided Tour of San Francisco with Alcatraz

7 to 8 hours

4.0

(79)

from $154

Muir Woods Self-Guided Driving and Walking Audio Tour

This is not an admission ticket to Muir Woods. Hike among towering redwoods with this self-guided driving/walking tour of Muir Woods National Monument. This tour begins on the road to Muir Woods, featuring scenic views of Mount Tamalpais and Redwood Canyon. Then, hike a breathtaking trail through these ancient trees. Discover the origins of the national monument along the way, as well as legends of the Miwok and secrets of the forest foliage. This easy 2-mile hike is the best way to experience this incredible park. (NOTE: Be sure to make a parking reservation in advance.) After booking, check your email/text to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action while connected to WiFi or mobile data. Enter the password, download the tour, & enjoy it offline. Follow the audio instructions and route from the designated starting point. New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.

Muir Woods Self-Guided Driving and Walking Audio Tour

1 to 2 hoursFree Cancellation

3.3

(19)

from $17

Per group

Unfolding the Financial District: A San Francisco Chronicle Self-Guided Tour

Take in the Financial District at your own pace with this affordable walking tour created by the San Francisco Chronicle. • See the neighborhood's often overlooked sites including an ornate office building that's only 20 feet wide, and hidden gargoyles and walruses • Hear from John King, the San Francisco Chronicle's urban design critic, as he guides you around the Financial District • Do it all in an hour or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish • Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it • Use the virtual tour option at home Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code. The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

Unfolding the Financial District: A San Francisco Chronicle Self-Guided Tour

1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes

San Francisco: Best City Highlights Tour Open Air Van Small Group

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from $8

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Juan_T, Jul 2026

If I foul give it more than 5 stars, I would

This tour totally exceeded expectations, very comfortable van, took us to places that I didn’t even expected, the tour guide Leland, was super nice, very easy to talk to and vey friendly and calm. Even though it was supposed to be a 90 minute tour, it seemed that he covered a lot of nice places to see. Excellent job by the tour guide and by Dylan Tours

San Francisco LGBTQ Walking Tour with Local Guide

Myrna_V, Jul 2026

The Castro is full of...

The Castro is full of rich LGBTQIA+ history. It comes alive in the afternoon and evening but if you want a less distracting experience the earlier tour will work for you. Our guide, Kathy was very thoughtful and invested in the community so her insights were very real.

Vantigo - The Original San Francisco VW Bus Tour

Margaret_C, Jul 2026

Entertaining Tour of San Francisco

Fantastic tourbof San Francisco in a 1970s era VW bug. Chad was very knowledgeable and friendly, and gave us a wonderful tour of the city. He was always happy to take pictures, and shared not just the history of the city butbalao his memories as a native.

Golden Gate Bridge Guided Bicycle or E-Bike Tour from San Francisco to Sausalito

RandyJ_F, Jul 2026

Exceptional way to see the city and stay active in the outdoors!

The entire experience from check in to e-bike drop off was a delight. Orla was our guide and I was in a group of nine adults including myself. The Blazing Saddles Staff extremely attentive and professional. The e-bike was solid and it inspired me to invest in one! Orla was attentive, patient and provided terrific insight as we rode up to Sausalito CA. I decided to ride my e-bike back to home base after grabbing a drink and snack with everyone in Sausalito CA (about 40 ride back). ✨💪🧡

San Francisco City Tour, Muir Woods & Sausalito: Half or Full Day

Ashley_J, Jun 2026

10/10! Communication from...

10/10! Communication from Dylan’s Tours was thorough and seamless leading up to and through this tour. Kevin was an amazing guide! Super knowledgeable, personable, and friendly. This tour was informative and an amazing way to see San Fransisco highlights in a day! I would definitely Explore other tours with this company.

Alcatraz Inside Prison Tour with Free App Audio Packages

Adriana_T, Mar 2026

Nice staff, good package deal

We bought these tickets because all others to Alcatraz were sold out and we wanted to ensure we get to see it before leaving San Fran so this was a good option for us. We did not make use of the bikes because I'm pregnant, but if I weren't this would be such a nice day to spend your time out in the city. It was easy to get ahold of the tickets, I called them and everything was sorted within minutes. Very nice, helpful staff. Thank you.

Blue Painted Lady House Tour - Interior Guided Tour by Owner

Kent_H, Mar 2026

The Blue Painted Lady House Tour is a Must-Do

This tour is educational and entertaining. It is much more than just a chance to see inside a historic and iconic home, it’s a bit of a history lesson of the area, the city, and of course the house. It’s entertaining because the host and homeowner, George, is a delight. He is engaging and welcoming, and has some amazing family stories. He was very friendly and gracious in sharing his home. I highly recommend booking this tour.

San Francisco Ghost Hunt Walking Tour

Jamie_M, Oct 2025

San Francisco Ghost Tour

I insisted on a ghost tour on my recent trip to San Francisco and Christian Cagigal’s tour was nothing short of amazing. We met in front of The Healing Center underneath a set of impressive eucalyptus trees. Christian is a self-admitted septic and amazing historian. With a sense of humor and while remaining neutral he led us to several spots of purported haunting sadness. I was impressed with the histories of amazing pioneer women of San Francisco. There was definitely a feeling of eerie anticipation in the areas we stopped at, and Christian even related accounts and anecdotes from members of the communities , both far and in recent times. I left with my curiosity piqued. And I received a set of reference materials to further my education. This hour and a half tour is perfect for you if you are interested in a knowledgeable and easy to follow tour guide, a pleasant evening walk and the histories and mysteries of this culture-rich city. I highly recommend and would visit other events led by Christian . The hills are alive !

The Walt Disney Family Museum Admission Ticket in San Francisco

Tarah_K, Sep 2025

Super cool/ informative

My mother, kids and I never knew this existed so once I saw it pop up for places to explore in SF I HAD to go! It's very informative with super cool originals of things Walt did/ wrote/ created. My fav part was that it's in an old Army barracks because it gives more history and they're really nice buildings in a great location. Parking was also very affordable compared to other parking lots. Everyone in my family loved it as well even my younger kids:)

San Francisco E-Bike Tour: City Highlights

Erin_H, Jul 2025

E-bike City Tour with Adam

Adam led our family of 6 plus other travelers on an educational & fun tour of the city. Adam did a great job of making us feel safe riding bikes through the streets of San Francisco. The e-bikes were a lot of fun and helped us cover many of the different San Francisco neighborhoods. Adam is very passionate about the city and its history.