Top San Francisco Nightlife

Guarantee your entry to the Aquarium of the Bay in San Francisco, so you spend less time waiting and more time enjoying its aquatic attractions. Get direct access to all of the aquarium’s main exhibit areas, including interactive exhibits, as well as walk-through glass tunnels where schools of anchovies and fluorescent jellyfish swim overhead and around you.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Enter 2027 on a wild NYE party cruise in the Golden City aboard the Empress Yacht! We’re ending the year 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 San Francisco New Year’s Eve yacht party now, before it’s too late. End the year on the double-decker beauty known formerly as The Empress. 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 San Francisco Bay, Complimentary Appetizers and Open Bar, Live DJ w/ Dance Floor)

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.

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.

Visit Northern California wine country and Muir Woods for a truly fabulous day out. This Super Saver provides two popular tours at one discounted price: Begin with a walk through Muir Woods National Monument, then tour three wineries in Napa and Sonoma Valleys, with tastings included. You’ll also cross the Golden Gate Bridge, with a stop for a photo opportunity. Guests can buy lunch if you haven't upgraded to the gourmet lunch option.

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.