Top San Francisco Seasonal & Special Occasions - page 2

With a group of friends or family, it's a real challenge to plan a day touring the rolling hills of wine country. On this daylong, private tour of Napa Valley, don't worry about planning anything. Just collect your group, and hop in a private party bus as you're whisked over the Golden Gate Bridge, to three picturesque wineries. Visit local vineyards, sample regional wines, and even customize the itinerary to visit your favorite producers (with tasting fees at your own expense).

Customize your Napa Valley wine country experience with this private tour in a luxury vehicle. A chauffeur drives your private party to your hand-picked selection of wineries while you admire the views; if you come up short, your chauffeur can also make suggestions based on your tastes. This tour is a great way to ensure a smooth experience perfect for first-time visitors and locals alike.

A hands-on coastal experience awaits with the Bay Area Guided Crab Snaring Trip. This 3.5-hour adventure teaches you the art of catching Dungeness and rock crabs using top-rated Durasnare gear while soaking up the stunning Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco. Enjoy personalized instruction from experienced guides, who ensure you learn to rig, bait, and cast a crab snare like a pro. The excitement doesn’t stop at catching; savor a full catch-and-cook experience where your catch is cleaned and prepared for you right on-site or for you to take home. Perfect for beginners and seasoned anglers alike, this trip offers a memorable day on the water. No fishing license or experience is required. All equipment will be provided with the purchase of this trip.

Take a different kind of bay cruise aboard the Wine Therapy, a classic yacht that's stocked with the best California wine selection of any boat on the San Francisco Bay. Stay comfortable even in chilly weather inside a heated cabin with large windows for viewing bay highlights like Alcatraz Island and the Golden Gate Bridge. Unlike on other, larger cruises, you'll have a chance to interact with the friendly captain and crew during the voyage.

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.

Enjoy a different perspective and admire San Francisco and its surrounding sights from the water on a San Francisco Bay sailing cruise. Onboard a catamaran, sail past the iconic Golden Gate Bridge, legendary Alcatraz Island, and the hamlet of Sausalito. Take advantage of great photo ops while you soak up the sea breeze during this scenic tour.

For wine enthusiasts, Sonoma and Napa Valleys are the pinnacle of the North American wine experience. However, for the uninitiated, choosing where and when to go can be a little daunting. This tour shuttles you in style from San Francisco to three top-rated wineries, where you can enjoy tours and tasting. Upgrade to include a hop-on hop-off bus tour of San Francisco as well.

Sail across San Francisco Bay at twilight to admire the skyline as it begins to light up for the night, and enjoy a perspective on the skyline that few other visitors get to see. With an experienced captain at the helm, you’ll glide past Alcatraz Island and cruise underneath the Golden Gate Bridge. As you go, you can also enjoy one complimentary beverage to accompany your sightseeing, or purchase additional drinks from the onboard bar.

Get a taste of Northern California's famous wine country and its gastronomy on this full-day tour of Napa and Sonoma County. Stop en route for photo ops of the Golden Gate Bridge. Then, enjoy wine tastings in two Napa and Sonoma wineries while learning about the area’s history and viticulture. Choose your own lunch option to suit your budget, or add on another wine tasting in Sonoma Square.

Discover the spooky tales of San Francisco's past and pass by places that are said to be haunted when you embark on this ghost tour in the Pacific Heights district. Walk about one mile at a moderate pace with your guide who shares stories of the ghosts, unsolved crimes, and hauntings that linger in the supernatural world of Pacific Heights. You’ll take scenic streets lined with Victorian architecture, and get great views along the way.

Avoid the crowds, confusion, and limitations of large buses and discover San Francisco by luxury minivan. This half-day, small-group tour takes offers the perfect city overview. Stop for photo opportunities at some of San Francisco's most popular attractions, including the Golden Gate Bridge and Twin Peaks, and learn more from your guide's stories. By the end of the tour, you'll have seen the best of the City by the Bay.

Experience one of San Francisco’s most popular activities—biking across the Golden Gate Bridge—with this bike rental from the Marina District, conveniently located near Crissy Field and the route to the bridge. A bike, map, helmet and lock are provided with this rental, plus you’ll receive tips on the best ways to bike to the bridge and around the city. On the other side of the bridge, you can explore the waterfront town of Sausalito before returning to the city.

Let a professional driver chauffeur you on this wine tour from San Francisco, allowing you to worry about nothing but enjoying yourself while visiting area wineries. Cross the Golden Gate Bridge on your way into the rolling hills of California wine country, where you’ll stop at two or three vineyards in Sonoma or Napa Carneros region.

Enjoy two classic North Bay experiences in one day—and make your sightseeing more personal—on this redwoods and wine-tasting tour from San Francisco. Head first to Muir Woods to walk among some of the most ancient redwood trees on earth, then enjoy two winery visits with included wine tastings in Sonoma and Napa before driving across the Golden Gate Bridge back to the city.

Escape to wine country and see redwood giants in one day. This adventure starts at Fisherman's Wharf with a scenic Golden Gate Bridge crossing. First, toast to California sunshine with a full tasting of bubbly at Korbel Winery. Next, journey to Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve, where you'll stand in awe beneath the 1,400-year-old Colonel Armstrong Redwood Tree. Finally, soak up vineyard views while sipping award-winning wines at Russian River Vineyards.

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

Go wine tasting and see the giant redwoods all in one day on this small-group combo tour from San Francisco. Cross the Golden Gate Bridge, see the giant coastal redwoods at Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve, and stop at two wineries to sample a variety of wine, including sparkling wine.

Venture into the heart of San Francisco’s North Beach—lovingly dubbed ‘Little Italy.’ On this food and ghost tour, you’ll weave through a rich culinary landscape while delving into the spine-tingling tales that haunt this iconic district. HIGHLIGHTS: + Full meal included + Unearth the chilling tales of the Gold Rush Era + See the cinematic history of the oldest restaurant in SF + Dive into the captivating history of pizza + Taste famed focaccia bread sandwiches at a bohemian gem + Hear stories of the Beatnik poets + Take a quick sojourn into Haunted Chinatown + Feel history come alive outside North Beach’s oldest bar + See where The Godfather was written + End on a sweet note with a renowned Italian dessert We’ll walk through the neighborhood's hidden corners and explore North Beach's sinister past, local gems, and time-honored establishments. Please note that this tour used to be all pizza, so some reviews might mention that, but we have diversified the menu since then.

Combine a haunted ghost tour with a pub crawl with this unique Spirits of Barbary Coast haunted pub crawl in San Francisco. Follow your guide around to some of the city’s most infamous paranormal spots, with stops in between to grab drinks (own expense), while hearing about documented accounts and stories of hauntings.

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.

When it comes to wine country, Napa gets all the attention— but it can get expensive and feel overcrowded at times. If time is of the essence, then this half-day wine tour to Sonoma might be the perfect remedy. Visit two of Sonoma's top wineries, soaking in not just the tannins and fruit-forward flavors, but also the countryside views from your seat.

Take a San Francisco half-day tour to pack in the city’s top sights in a convenient way that leaves you with plenty of time to spare so you can enjoy the city however you wish. With a driver-guide, travel the city by bus, stopping at major attractions such as the Golden Gate Bridge and Twin Peaks, and exploring neighborhoods like North Beach and Chinatown. Plus, you can upgrade to include a San Francisco Bay cruise or admission to the Aquarium of the Bay.

Immerse yourself in the majestic beauty of Yosemite National Park on this 2-day overnight adventure from San Francisco. Explore highlights of Yosemite Valley, hike among Giant Sequoias, photograph the spectacular views from Glacier Point, and swim or bike around the base of Yosemite Falls. Enjoy a mix of guided activities and free time to explore the famous park on your own, and stay overnight either in the heart of Yosemite Valley or at a nearby lodge.

Ensure a hassle-free arrival at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)—and make getting to your area hotel a breeze—thanks to this private transfer service. After landing, meet your driver, receive their help with your bags, and relax on the journey to your destination. This convenient transfer serves downtown San Francisco, as well as Oakland, Berkeley, and Sausalito.