All San Francisco Tours &amp; Excursions in 2026

SF: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour with Optional Sunset Tour

2 hoursFree Cancellation

4.1

(4,616)

from US$56

Hop on a '70s-era VW bus and get to know the hippie past and hipster vibe that make up San Francisco today. Starting and ending at Fisherman's Wharf, this sightseeing tour takes you around the city, including Chinatown, North Beach, the Castro, the Mission, downtown and more. See the homes of The Grateful Dead, Janis Joplin and Jimi Hendrix, while listening to '60s classics. So settle into a neon-blue seat and dig your shoes into groovy shag carpet. Each bus accommodates up to just six people.

San Francisco Love Tour

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Embark on an exhilarating journey through history with our Alcatraz Highlights Tour! Step foot on the infamous island that once contained America's most notorious criminals and immerse yourself in the captivating tales of Alcatraz. Witness the chilling cells that housed Al Capone and George "Machine Gun" Kelly, as you explore the imposing cell blocks. Be captivated by the echoes of the past as you wander through the eerie corridors, and soak in the stunning panoramic views of the San Francisco skyline. Don't miss your chance to uncover the mysteries and legends of America's most infamous prison on our Alcatraz Highlights Tour - a thrilling adventure you won't ever forget! Don't worry about other people, this tour is completely tailored to you with the App! With our app, you can pause the tour, and check out the locations as long as you want! You can skip a stop you don't like, and you have all the best information about each stop at your fingertips.

(2,969)

from US$85

San Francisco Alcatraz App Guided Tour with Cruise and Jail House

1 to 2 hoursFree Cancellation

3.7

(55)

from US$76

Bypass the line and head directly to the gate with your prebooked tickets for this San Francisco Bay sightseeing cruise. This sunset cruise takes you across the bay with outstanding views of the city skyline, Golden Gate Bridge, the San Francisco Bay Bridge, and Alcatraz Island. Relax while background music sets the tone. Watch the sunset or select a city lights cruise during winter months.

San Francisco Bay Sunset & City Lights Cruise

2 hoursFree Cancellation

4.5

(1,958)

from US$58

Muir Woods and Sausalito Small-Group Tour

5 hoursFree Cancellation

Likely to Sell Out

Golden Gate Bridge Muir Woods Sausalito with Optional Alcatraz

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Small Group Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Day Trip from San Francisco

(1,233)

from US$119

14 hoursFree Cancellation

Explore the best sights of San Francisco at your leisure, while riding the world famous Cable Car! We will stop at many attractions like Union Square, Chinatown, Nob Hill, The Italian Quarter, and Fisherman's Wharf! We are very excited to take you on this journey! Don't worry about other people, this tour is completely tailored to you with the Pintours App! With our app, you can pause the tour, and check out the locations as long as you want! You can skip a stop you don't like, and you have all the best information about each stop at your fingertips.

(3,864)

from US$239

San Francisco: Cable Car Audio Tour with Entrance Ticket

1 to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

2.2

(42)

from US$23

See the best of San Francisco in one day on this guided tour that includes all transportation and admission to Alcatraz. Visit multiple locations in the city, including Chinatown, Presidio, Fisherman's Wharf, and Haight-Ashbury, with plenty of stops for photo ops. Cross the iconic Golden Gate Bridge and enjoy a hike through the beautiful redwood trees in Muir Woods. If you've upgraded, take the ferry to Alcatraz Island, where you can explore with an award-winning audio-guided tour of the former federal prison.

San Francisco, Muir Woods, Sausalito and Optional Alcatraz Tour

8 hoursFree Cancellation

GoCar San Francisco Tour

5 hoursFree Cancellation

4.5

(903)

from US$99

Per group

Escape the crowds, and discover the highlights of San Francisco in just one trip, on this small-group driving tour. Enjoy convenient hotel pickup, and see the city unfold in air-conditioned comfort, with a guide to provide commentary. Highlights include neighborhoods such as Chinatown, North Beach, Fisherman's Wharf, and Haight-Ashbury, and landmarks including the Golden Gate Bridge, Lombard Street, and the Presidio.

San Francisco Afternoon City Tour Small-Group Half-Day

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.6

(324)

from US$79

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.

San Francisco Bay Cruise

1 hourFree Cancellation

Likely to Sell Out

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

11 hoursFree Cancellation

4.2

(2,196)

from US$129

San Francisco is home to so many enchanting neighborhoods that it can be challenging to explore them all. On this small-group walking tour, visit Chinatown and North Beach, two of the city’s most storied districts, in about a half day of sightseeing. Learn about culture and traditions from your local guide, and stop for generous food tastings—from tea and dim sum in Chinatown to fresh cannoli in one of North Beach's oldest bakeries.

Chinatown & North Beach\Little Italy: 7 Tastings & History

4 hoursFree Cancellation

(1,169)

from US$96

Yosemite National Park & Sequoias Private Tour from San Francisco

14 to 15 hoursFree Cancellation

Enjoy two quintessential experiences when you visit Alcatraz Island and cruise the San Francisco Bay—and make exploring simple—with this convenient tour package. First, depart from Pier 33 to Alcatraz Island; after a ranger talk, you can explore at your own pace with an audio guide. Upon returning to the mainland, hop aboard your next cruise from Pier 39 and look forward to getting up close and personal with the Golden Gate Bridge.

Official Alcatraz Island Prison Tour and San Francisco Bay Cruise

2 to 5 hours

4.3

(317)

from US$148

Explore Alcatraz Island like never before with this exclusive package that includes official admission and round-trip ferry tickets. Accompanied by a unique companion audio guide, your journey unfolds with captivating narratives about the island’s history, hidden gardens, and powerful stories of resistance. From the moment you board the ferry at Pier 33 to your return, enjoy immersive storytelling that enhances the official Cellhouse audio tour. This experience reveals insights often missed, providing a deeper understanding of transformation within this historic site. At checkout, you can select the Alcatraz Night Tour option, which includes evening ferry service, guided introductions by park rangers, and access to areas not open during the day. With fewer visitors and special programs, the night tour offers a more intimate and immersive experience of the island. Night option is not available Sundays and Mondays. This is a self-guided tour with an exclusive audio companion guide.

Alcatraz Inside Access Ferry and Audio Tour with Night Option

Step aboard an official Alcatraz City Cruises ferry and journey to the legendary Alcatraz Island! Explore its storied past as a Civil War fort, military prison, and infamous federal penitentiary through captivating exhibits and outdoor spaces. Wander landmarks like Eagle Plaza and the Recreation Yard, and uncover powerful stories from the 1969 Occupation of Alcatraz by Indians of All Tribes. Complete your visit with the award‑winning Doing Time: The Alcatraz Cellhouse Tour and the thought‑provoking exhibit The Big Lockup: Mass Incarceration in the United States.

Alcatraz City Cruises: Official Admission Ticket

3 hoursFree Cancellation

3.7

(3)

from US$53

The Golden Gate Bridge is an iconic photo motif in San Francisco and especially popular during sunset.

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.

San Francisco Bay Sunset Catamaran Cruise

1 hour 35 minutesFree Cancellation

4.8

(1,356)

from US$88

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.

Skip The Bus: San Francisco By Luxury Van Tour

4 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(843)

from US$129

Known for its steep granite cliffs, waterfalls, towering sequoia groves, and diversity of wildlife, Yosemite National Park is something you don’t want to miss. On this small group day trip, you can leave the logistics to a tour guide so all you have to do is enjoy the great outdoors. You have both guided sightseeing and free time, ensuring you see the UNESCO World Heritage Site’s major attractions, like Half Dome, Yosemite Falls, and Yosemite Valley, with the chance to explore more of the park however you wish.

Yosemite Day Tour from San Francisco

15 hoursFree Cancellation

4.4

(733)

from US$219

San Francisco Bridge-to-Bridge Cruise (90 Minutes)

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Discover the rugged beauty of the Sierra Nevada and Yosemite National Park on this full-day tour from San Francisco. Enjoy early park entry and comfortable hotel pickup from major San Francisco hotels. Spot supersized natural wonders such as Half Dome, El Capitan, Bridalveil Falls, and sequoia groves, and spend several hours exploring the park’s wonders on your own. Non-U.S. residents aged 16 and older pay an additional park entry fee.

Best of Yosemite & Giant Sequoias Day Trip from San Francisco

15 hoursFree Cancellation

4.3

(3,500)

from US$206

Muir Woods and Sausalito Morning Tour Small-Group Half Day

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.6

(583)

from US$99

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San Francisco Love Tour

Ben_P, May 2026

Great way to be introduced to San Francisco

My wife and I loved this tour! Would highly recommend this to anyone. It was a great way to get introduced to the city of San Francisco! Our tour guide, the cousin we didn’t know we had, Cyrus was amazing. Can’t say enough good things about him. We loved that he was born and raised in the area. He had a whole lifetime of stories and experiences that really helped bring some of the areas we saw to life. Driving around giving peace signs as we rode in the 1970 VW Bus was fun! Totally worth every penny!!

Chinatown & North Beach\Little Italy: 7 Tastings & History

Elise_K, May 2026

A Perfect San Francisco Foodie Tour

This was an incredible excursion. Our guide, Scott, was fascinating and very knowledgeable. He kept our rather rowdy group entertained and educated, and very well fed! In addition to an incredible amount of delicious food, great restaurants, and interesting stops—we learned a lot about San Francisco and, specifically, Chinatown and North Beach. We had a great time and I highly recommend this food tour.

San Francisco Bay Cruise

Mary_T, May 2026

Loved the Cruise, but have cocktails prior

Great experience for family visiting from Memphis TN. Purchased 2 cocktails while aboard. Tequila Sunrise 10$ , Vodka N Tonic w/splash of OJ ??? Total for both 34$,. I found this absurd, server could/would not explain charges and didn't give receipt when asked. I spoke with Fleet main office and concern to be forwarded to private vendor, operating on cruise

Small Group Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Day Trip from San Francisco

DeniseandTim_K, May 2026

Exceptional Experience!

An exceptional experience in a right-sized small group of 15. Our guide, Trevor, was fantastic, telling us everything we needed to know, taking very good care of us, and sharing his passion and depth of knowledge for all things Yosemite. It is a long day: bring snacks and beverages, but there is a place for lunch, and Trevor has a small cooler participants can share. There are a few stops along the way, and it’s a beautiful drive. Layer up for the temp swings, and you can leave things on tbe bus in overhead compartments. Be prepared for some latrine-style potties along the way lol. There is plenty of free time on your own and it never feels rushed for taking photos, etc. The waterfalls are spectacular! Bring tip money for your tour guide—ours truly earned it. Trevor also was very helpful in assessing what activity level people could handle, and there is no problem with hanging back for your individual well-being. It was worth getting up early and every penny!

San Francisco, Muir Woods, Sausalito and Optional Alcatraz Tour

Andreea_D, May 2026

Great tour

We came on a cruise and before the tour that was great communication related to meeting point. We were picked up from the cruise terminal instead of the regular meeting point. The tour guide, Jake, also texted us in the morning the meeting point details. Jake had a great attitude, he was fun and friendly and very knowledgeable about the area. Good music also in the van. Muir woods is a beautiful place for a stroll and there was enough time to explore it. Overall great tour.

Muir Woods and Sausalito Small-Group Tour

Peg_D, May 2026

Hike Muir Woods and more

Awesome tour and guide Roman….kept us entertained and full of history regarding sights of the City …hour to browse Sausalito and more than enough time to hike the trail loop in Muir Woods and ooh and ahhh over the redwoods….recommend the tour …scenic stops…and took the curves well headed up to Muir Woods

Golden Gate Bridge Muir Woods Sausalito with Optional Alcatraz

Maria_C, May 2026

Omg amazing San Fran

OMG ehat an excursion. Travelled the world done lots of great excursions with amazing tour guides but this was amazing. Tour guide and Cece the dog gave us an amazing experience of San Fran, Muirhead woods and saulsalito. So informative, great fun and we knew the same places in North Wales! Would absolutely do again and again and recommend. Thanks so much.

San Francisco Bay Sunset & City Lights Cruise

Jonathan_S, Apr 2026

Dazzling

Great cruise, with great interesting narration of highlights around the bay area. Including the Golden Gate (you travel under the bridge and back) and cruise close to Sausalito and Alcatraz, and under the Bay Bridge and back past the City now lit up at night toward the second half of the cruise (we went at end of April). Quite dazzling! Can take in sites from inside (warm) or out (cool & windy). More breathtaking and best photo ops at times from outside, so pack layers, sweatshirt and windbreaker. We moved from in to out and back again a few times. And the (mostly old 40's era, but with some more modern) music accompanied was enjoyable. Snacks, beverages, beer, wine, liquor available for purchase.

Napa and Sonoma Premium Small Group Wine Tour from San Francisco

Raul_J, Apr 2026

Lovely day in the Sonoma wine valley 🍷

Very nice tour from San Francisco. Make sure to call the tour operators at least three days in advance to confirm hotel pick otherwise you will be contacted the night before to go to the central stop location. Very nice tour bus, we were a group of 10 and another similar bus of 10 joined us at the wineries. Plenty of time at the several stops to take pics and to have lunch on your own. Sonoma is a pricey town but less so than Napa.

Best of Yosemite & Giant Sequoias Day Trip from San Francisco

Hector_G, Apr 2026

For a good Yosemite Time, just let Glenda lead the way

When choosing which tour to book, convenience can be a big factor. You look for a way to get to the location while sometimes being entertained by the tour guide. Glenda at Viator was vastly different than other tours I’ve experienced. I felt truly cared by her during the day. She was attentive to everyone’s needs while keeping a considerate schedule of activities. Glenda’s years of experience also showed when considering recent environmental changes. Case of point, we visited the park a day after a surprising April snow covered some spots of the park. She was very wise about her approach and provided everyone in the group with valuable advise, keeping our safety in mind above everything else. Adding to all this, her storytelling skills were remarkable as well. Glenda made it seem effortless navigating the roads on our way to the park, while peppering the twists and turns with stories that gave dimension and pathos to our visit. I gained new insights and appreciation about the Yosemite park while also marveling and the natural beauty that surrounded us. I could keep writing about this excellent experience, but in case you need it summed it up, the title says it all: For a good Yosemite Time, just let Glenda lead the way

San Francisco: Golden Gate Bay Cruise (60 Minutes)

Lorraine_A, Apr 2026

Fun and Informative

Our tour guide, Buddy, was very knowledgeable and funny. We felt safe and comfortable. We learned alot about San Francisco and saw some of the most iconic landmarks. The stops at various sites were perfect. However, the available restrooms were in very poor condition and were not clean. It gave me a poor opinion of the City.