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San Francisco Bay Cruise

See San Francisco’s most famous waterfront landmarks from the water on a bay cruise that combines iconic views with onboard flexibility. Sail beneath the Golden Gate Bridge, pass Alcatraz Island, and take in panoramic views of the city skyline while listening to stories and insights through an app-based audio guide. With skip-the-line boarding and indoor and outdoor viewing areas, it’s an easy way to experience the bay from a different perspective.

San Francisco Bay Cruise

1 hourFree Cancellation

SF: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour by Open-top Bus

Ride a double-decker sightseeing bus to San Francisco's most famous landmarks with a hop-on hop-off bus pass valid for 24, 48, or 72 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 the stops along two routes. Upgrade to the 48-hour tour for a digital Chinatown walking tour and a panoramic sunset tour, or the 72-hour tour, which also includes a bay cruise.

SF: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour by Open-top Bus

2 hoursFree Cancellation

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San Francisco Food Tour: Ferry Building and Ferry Plaza Farmers Market

San Francisco Food Tour: Ferry Building and Ferry Plaza Farmers Market

1 hour 30 minutes

San Francisco Bridge-to-Bridge Cruise 90 Minutes

San Francisco Bridge-to-Bridge Cruise 90 Minutes

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

1 day Hop-on Hop-off in San Francisco 20 stops 8 hours

Experience the perfect way to discover and explore the vibrant City by the Bay with a convenient hop-on hop-off bus tour. This flexible sightseeing option allows you to travel at your own pace, stopping at all of San Francisco’s must-see landmarks and attractions. The bus route covers all major points of interest, including the breathtaking Golden Gate Bridge, Fisherman’s Wharf, Chinatown, Union Square, Lombard Street, and the historic cable car lines. With frequent stops at these popular destinations, you have the freedom to hop off wherever you want to explore further, take photos, shop, or enjoy local dining. When you’re ready, simply hop back on the next bus to continue your adventure. Each bus is equipped with informative commentary, sharing fascinating stories and history about San Francisco’s landmarks, neighborhoods, and culture—enhancing your sightseeing experience. The tour offers the convenience of a single ticket that grants you unlimited rides for a full day..

1 day Hop-on Hop-off in San Francisco 20 stops 8 hours

1 dayFree Cancellation

San Francisco City Tour in EV Volkswagen Van

Enjoy an overview of San Francisco’s highlights, even if you only have a few hours, on this small-group, half-day, panoramic driving tour in an electric van. Stop at landmarks including the Golden Gate Bridge and Alamo Square, admire the views from Twin Peak, drive by notable neighborhoods such as Chinatown, North Beach, and the Mission, while learning more from your guide’s stories and commentary.

San Francisco City Tour in EV Volkswagen Van

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Likely to Sell Out

San Francisco Combo: Ferry Building Food Tour and Alcatraz

Dive into San Francisco’s foodie scene at the Ferry Building before making the trip to Alcatraz for a self-guided audio tour. Join your local guide and small group for a tasting tour of the farmer’s market and sample artisan cheese, chocolates, freshly baked bread, and much more. Then enjoy an enlightening deep dive into the history of San Francisco’s infamous maximum-security prison with the award-winning 'Cellhouse Audio Tour.'

San Francisco Combo: Ferry Building Food Tour and Alcatraz

Private San Francisco Custom City Tour - Lucky Tuk Tuk (max 6)

See more of San Francisco than you could with public transportation while enjoying the fun of riding around in a tuk-tuk with this private experience. Meet your guide in Fisherman’s Wharf and be whisked across town as your guide regales you with stories about San Francisco. Highlights include cruising through Chinatown and North Beach, admiring the Golden Gate Bridge and the city skyline, and stopping for photo ops to remember your adventure.

Private San Francisco Custom City Tour - Lucky Tuk Tuk (max 6)

2 to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

San Francisco in One Day: Small Group Cable Car and Walking Tour

Enjoy an immersive walk through some of San Francisco’s most popular downtown neighborhoods—and get a local perspective on the city that you’d otherwise miss—on this guided walking tour. In just half a day, discover highlight areas from Chinatown and ritzy Nob Hill to historical Jackson Square, North Beach (San Francisco’s Little Italy), and more. As you go, learn insider facts and stories from your guide.

San Francisco in One Day: Small Group Cable Car and Walking Tour

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Escape from the Rock! Cruise around Alcatraz

Experience Alcatraz from the water while uncovering the stories that made “The Rock” one of America’s most infamous prisons. Rather than simply viewing the island from afar, hear firsthand accounts from former guards and inmates through a smartphone audio guide as you cruise around Alcatraz. Along the way, enjoy views of San Francisco Bay landmarks, including the Golden Gate Bridge, with skip-the-line boarding for a seamless experience.

Escape from the Rock! Cruise around Alcatraz

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

90-Minute Sunset Tour Aboard Wine Therapy

90-Minute Sunset Tour Aboard Wine Therapy

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

San Francisco Half-Day Tour by Cable Car & Foot

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

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Bus & Boat Adventure

Avoid the hassle of coordinating transport and separate tickets in San Francisco with a hop-on hop-off pass that combines land and water sightseeing. Instead of planning routes and timing yourself, you move freely between major neighborhoods and landmarks, then switch perspectives with a scenic bay cruise. It’s a flexible way to explore the city at your own pace without juggling logistics.

Bus & Boat Adventure

2 hoursFree Cancellation

24-Hour Bike Rental in San Francisco

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.

24-Hour Bike Rental in San Francisco

1 hour to 1 dayFree Cancellation

San Francisco Alcatraz, Ferry and 2 Day Hop On Hop Off Bus Tour

Explore San Francisco your way with a flexible Hop-On Hop-Off bus tour and an unforgettable visit to Alcatraz Island! Ride open-top, double-decker buses to see top sights like the Golden Gate Bridge, Fisherman’s Wharf, Union Square, and the Painted Ladies — hopping on and off at 16 stops as you please. Soak in the city’s beauty and culture at your own pace with unlimited rides for 2 days. Then, step back in time with a tour of Alcatraz Island, once America’s most infamous prison. Take the ferry from Pier 33, explore historic sites, and enjoy the award-winning Cellhouse audio tour. Wander through the island’s outdoor landmarks, exhibits, and capture stunning views of San Francisco Bay. - 2-Day Hop-On Hop-Off Pass - Alcatraz Day Tour with ferry & Cellhouse audio tour - Scenic Golden Gate Bridge crossing Book now — your San Francisco adventure awaits!

San Francisco Alcatraz, Ferry and 2 Day Hop On Hop Off Bus Tour

2 daysFree Cancellation

San Francisco: Golden Gate Bridge Bike Rental

Skip the limitations of fixed itineraries and explore San Francisco on your own terms with a flexible bike rental. Starting from Fisherman’s Wharf, you can create a route that matches your interests, whether that means riding along the waterfront, exploring city neighborhoods, or cycling across the Golden Gate Bridge to Sausalito. Choose the pace and sights that suit your day while enjoying the freedom to discover more than you would on foot.

San Francisco: Golden Gate Bridge Bike Rental

1 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation

San Francisco Private City Tour

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.

San Francisco Private City Tour

4 hoursFree Cancellation

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

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.

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

San Francisco Bay Adventure Sightseeing Cruise

See San Francisco’s top attractions from the water on this 1.5-hour tour by rigid inflatable boat. Your guide will provide gear to keep you dry and warm as you take off from Pier 39. Pass the infamous prison of Alcatraz, Coit Tower, the Presidio and glide under the Golden Gate Bridge while your captain provides insightful narration. Numbers are limited to 12 people to keep this small-group tour as intimate as possible.

San Francisco Bay Adventure Sightseeing Cruise

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

San Francisco Bike Rental For the Golden Gate Bridge

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.

San Francisco Bike Rental For the Golden Gate Bridge

1 dayFree Cancellation

San Francisco: Napa & Sonoma Wine Tour & 48hr Hop-on Hop-off Tour

Save 15% when you bundle these two iconic experiences. Explore San Francisco at your own pace with our flexible hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tours. During your Wine Country experience, you’ll visit a variety of winery estates from organic boutique wineries to famous mainstream wineries. Many of the wineries that will be visited are some of the oldest wine making families wine in the Napa and Sonoma Valley. You’ll learn of their family histories and first beginnings in California’s most famous Wine Country. Along with your exclusive wine tastings, you’ll learn about grape growing, and the natural farming methods, which combine traditional and modern wine making techniques. Each winery will include a flight of 3-5 tastings! During a lunch break, we’ll make a stop at Downtown Sonoma Square where you will enjoy leisure time to explore. The destination affords a wonderful variety of eclectic dining options and one-of-a-kind boutique shops and local art galleries.

San Francisco: Napa & Sonoma Wine Tour & 48hr Hop-on Hop-off Tour

2 daysFree Cancellation

San Francisco Private E-Bike Tour: City Highlights

Avoid the stress of figuring out the best way to cover a spread-out city on your own in San Francisco with a private e-bike tour designed for efficient sightseeing. Instead of planning routes or managing timing between neighborhoods, you follow a guided ride through diverse districts while learning about the city’s culture and history along the way. It’s a flexible, low-effort way to get oriented and see multiple sides of the city in one outing.

San Francisco Private E-Bike Tour: City Highlights

3 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

Golden Gate Bridge to Sausalito Self-Guided Bike Tour

Discover San Francisco at your own pace with a full-day standard or electric bike rental. Start your self-guided adventure at Fisherman's Wharf and easily pedal past all the sites on the top of your list: visit crooked Lombard Street, North Beach, Haight-Ashbury, or even ride across the Golden Gate Bridge to Sausalito. This rental allows you to create your itinerary as you explore the beloved City by the Bay.

Golden Gate Bridge to Sausalito Self-Guided Bike Tour

10 hoursFree Cancellation

Bay Cruise plus San Francisco Private Tour Lucky Tuk Tuk

Explore San Francisco your way on this unforgettable Private Tuk Tuk City Tour + Bay Cruise Combo. Ride in an eco-friendly electric Tuk Tuk as your expert local guide leads you through iconic neighborhoods including Chinatown and Little Italy, with colorful streets, hidden gems, and rich history along the way. Climb the city’s famous hills with ease and stop at the Golden Gate Bridge for unforgettable photos. Wind down the legendary curves of Lombard Street, cruise through Fisherman’s Wharf, and take in stunning skyline and waterfront views. Your 2, 2.5, or 3-hour private tour includes fun, fully narrated storytelling and plenty of Instagram-worthy photo stops. After your city adventure, continue the experience on a scenic 1 hour San Francisco Bay cruise with views of Alcatraz, the Golden Gate Bridge, and the city skyline. Private tours are ideal for up to six guests per Tuk Tuk. The perfect way to see San Francisco by land and sea in one incredible day.

Bay Cruise plus San Francisco Private Tour Lucky Tuk Tuk

3 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Ferry Building

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Know before you go

Ferry Building in San Francisco on a sunny day.

The Ferry Building is a must for foodies.
The marketplace is exceptionally busy during rush hour, and an hour before and after games and events at AT&T Park.
Situated on San Francisco’s waterfront, weather can shift quickly from bright and sunny to foggy and cold. Dress in layers.
Restrooms are located on either end of the main hall.
Ferry Building restaurants and restrooms are accessible to wheelchairs and strollers.

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