Top San Francisco Outdoor Activities - page 5

See San Francisco with your own personal guide and customize the itinerary to suit your preferences. Explore one of California’s most exciting cities, known for its gorgeous location, Victorian architecture and diverse neighborhoods. Take a drive through Golden Gate Park to Ocean Beach and the cliffs at Lands End; stroll around Ghirardelli Square, Fisherman’s Wharf and Pier 39; check out the shops at Union Square or Embarcadero; and myriad other possibilities.

Soar over the legendary Alcatraz and Angel Island during our introductory helicopter tour! Great for travelers with robust agendas, or families and friends taking flight for the first time. Revel in stories of the famous Bay Islands as you take flight off the helipad in Mill Valley. Your pilot will navigate orbital views for guests while island-hopping over historic Alcatraz and Angel Island. Learn about the Escape from Alcatraz and see the buildings on this rocky outcropping from above. A flight pass offshore San Francisco before a smooth landing at Commodore Heliport in Marin completes the most unique way to see these iconic landmarks.

Explore San Francisco's main attractions on your own during this self-driven GoCar tour. Listen to entertaining stories and enriching context about each location as you drive yourself between top waterfront sights, including the Golden Gate Bridge, the Presidio, Fisherman's Wharf, and Lombard Street. Park and get down whenever you'd like. Helmets, a full tank of gas, and GPS-based maps and navigation are included.

Embark on a full-day adventure exploring the Golden Gate Bridge, Muir Woods, Point Reyes Station, Point Reyes National Seashore, then ending with a mead tasting at Heidrun Meadery.

Join a boutique, small-group tour led by an experienced San Francisco local to explore top highlights around the city. Enjoy luxury transportation in a black Mercedes Sprinter van. You'll cross the iconic Golden Gate Bride and stop for a photo. Next, wander among ancient Redwood trees in Muir Woods for 1 hour and 15 minutes. Then, visit the charming town of Sausalito, with 1 hour to explore its shops, cafes, and galleries. Next, join an exclusive nighttime tour of Alcatraz, starting with a narrated ferry ride on a unique "around the island" route. Experience Alcatraz's evening ambiance, admire the Golden Gate Bridge at sunset, see cell door demonstrations, and hear captivating inmate stories. Use the multilingual audio guide to explore Alcatraz's history and escape attempts. Participate in activities led by expert historians, featuring unique exhibits. This tour offers a distinctive experience for a limited number of visitors each evening. Not available Sundays and Mondays.

Get an in-depth introduction to San Francisco’s bustling downtown during this self-guided, smartphone-based tour. Download an easy-to-use app and get started. Listen to the stories behind iconic neighborhoods like Chinatown, Market Street, and Union Square. Stop, skip, or re-start whenever and wherever you wish. Navigation between locations is included.

Bike tours cover more ground than walking tours can and give you a more intimate experience of local life than bus tours. Visit many of San Francisco's highlights while getting some exercise on this fun small-group tour by bicycle. Starting at Ghirardelli Square you'll cycle for about three hours, visiting the Marina District, Chrissy Fields, Sausalito, the Golden Gate Bridge, and more.

Discover the elegance of Northern California on a curated journey from San Francisco to the redwood forest, dramatic coastline, and the waterfront charm of Sausalito. This experience is designed for travelers who value comfort, scenery, and unhurried exploration, blending iconic landmarks with exclusive viewpoints beyond the city. Our tour starts early so guests can enjoy the forest before crowds arrive. Wander beneath towering trees at your own pace, with time to find hidden trails. Unlike other companies, admission to the Woods is included in the ticket price. Our journey continues to overlooks and secluded beaches that reveal the raw beauty of the Pacific and the Marin Headlands. These offer unparalleled views of San Francisco Bay from above and from the beach. Your day ends in Sausalito, a bay side town known for its art galleries, waterfront dining, and relaxed sophistication. Enjoy time for lunch and exploration while taking in views of the city skyline across the bay.

With a private tour to Napa Valley from San Francisco, you can enjoy convenient transportation with your own chauffeur, meaning you don't have to worry about directions, traffic, or a designated driver. The day trip will be tailored to your wine tastes, budget, and other preferences for a Napa experience custom-made for you and your group. Please note, wine-tasting fees are at your own expense.

Explore America's favorite national park on a 3-day lodging tour that takes you off the beaten path to trails and sights unseen by most who venture here. You'll enjoy three days and two nights in a comfortable hotel, hiking and swimming in a fun-filled, friendly atmosphere.

Drive down the Pacific Coastal Highway, one of the most memorable and scenic routes in the US, without worrying about logistics with this private tour from San Francisco. Big Sur, Monterey, and Carmel-by-the-Sea await to be explored with your personal guide. Get postcard-perfect snaps of the breathtaking coastline, search for marine life in Monterey Bay, and learn about the peninsula’s history.

Discover the wild beauty of Yosemite National Park during wintertime, when crowds are fewer and the majestic natural attractions are blanketed in snow and ice. On this 2-day trip from San Francisco, take a guided coach tour of Yosemite Valley and enjoy free time to explore the wintry wonderland. Hike or snowshoe through giant sequoia groves, ice skate near the base of Half Dome and admire the snow-capped Sierra Nevada scenery. Warm up by a fire in Curry Village, and tuck into the cozy Yosemite Lodge or one of the Yosemite Curry Village Heated Tent Cabins for the night.

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.

Despite its many hills, San Francisco is a fun city to explore by bike, and this 24-hour bicycle rental allows you to see it at your own pace on a self-guided tour. Pick up your bike at a convenient Fishermans Wharf location, then go where you like, perhaps riding through the city and across the Golden Gate Bridge to Sausalito and Tiburon. Your rental includes maps and use of equipment such as helmet and lock.

Have the special chance to bike across the Golden Gate Bridge—all at your own pace–with this San Francisco bike rental. Pick up your bike and helmet at the rental facility located nearest to the bridge; then, head off on one of the city's most classic rides. Cruise across the bridge, descend a swooping hill into Sausalito, and then return to the San Francisco waterfront by ferry (tickets own expense).

Venture beyond San Francisco city limits on this private half-day driving tour. Travel across the Golden Gate Bridge to Muir Woods National Monument (entrance fee extra) to walk among old-growth redwoods. Then visit the picturesque city of Sausalito and admire top Golden Gate views before returning to San Francisco. This private tour offers a convenient, comfortable way to explore Marin County's natural attractions without the crowds.

Experience the only escape rooms on PIER 39 at The Flyer Thrill Zone. Step into Malone's Mobster Hideout — a fully immersive Prohibition-era escape adventure set in San Francisco's gangster underworld. Work with your team to uncover hidden clues, crack the codes, and outsmart the mob before time runs out. Located above the Hard Rock Cafe with sweeping views of the Bay, this is a uniquely San Francisco thrill you won't find anywhere else on the waterfront. Private groups only — it's just you and your crew against the clock.

Get an out-of-the-box introduction to San Francisco’s historic Fisherman’s Wharf neighborhood on this self-guided scavenger hunt. Using a smartphone-based app, discover sights such as Lombard Street, Hyde Street Pier, and Coit Tower. At the same time, answer trivia questions, complete photo challenges, and learn new facts about San Francisco’s art, history, and culture in a fun way.

San Francisco is undoubtedly a hilly place, and this challenging 5-mile walking tour doesn’t shy away from the steepness. Instead, it takes you off the beaten path and onto some of the city’s stairways for an incredible exploration of several neighborhoods and downtown attractions. While meandering through SF’s Russian Hill, Telegraph Hill and North Beach neighborhoods, you’ll come upon some hidden gems, jaw-dropping views, and world-famous sites. Climb to Coit Tower via the Filbert Street Steps; ascend Lombard Street, often referred to as the crookedest street in the world; and discover a tiny park overlooking St Peter and Paul Church, where Marilyn Monroe and Joe DiMaggio took their wedding pics after tying the knot at San Francisco City Hall.

Check off two top destinations in the San Francisco Bay Area on this full-day tour from San Francisco. Cross the Golden Gate Bridge to walk through the pristine redwood forest at Muir Woods, then visit Alcatraz Island on an excursion that includes round-trip ferry tickets and a self-guided audio tour of the island and prison.

Avoid the hassle of coordinating city sights and nearby nature trips from San Francisco with a small-group tour that combines urban highlights and redwood scenery in one seamless day. Instead of planning multiple outings, explore Woods National Monument and the waterfront charm of Sausalito before heading back for a city tour of key neighborhoods and landmarks (or vice versa, depending on bookings). It’s an efficient way to experience the region’s diversity without juggling logistics.

Combine a walking tour of North Beach with ferry access to Alcatraz Island on this San Francisco combo tour. Visit Washington Square Park, Saints Peter and Paul Church, and enjoy views of Lombard Street and the Golden Gate Bridge. See sea lions at Pier 39 before boarding your included Alcatraz cruise with audio guide. Optional upgrades include a Blue & Gold bay cruise or SkyStar Wheel ride for panoramic city views.

Explore the top destinations of the American West on a 5-night, 1-way tour from San Francisco to Los Angeles. You'll travel through California, Nevada, Utah, and Arizona to visit Yosemite National Park, Las Vegas, the Grand Canyon, Bryce Canyon, and Zion National Park. Attractions include a cruise on San Francisco Bay, and an evening tour of the Las Vegas Strip.

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.