Top San Francisco Day Trips

Small Group Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Day Trip from San Francisco

14 hoursFree Cancellation

Muir Woods and Sausalito Small Group Tour

5 hoursFree Cancellation

17-Mile Drive, Monterey Peninsula&Carmel Premium Small Group Tour

11 hoursFree Cancellation

From the spectacular rocky ocean waves to the iconic towns, Highway 1 from San Francisco provides an experience you rarely find. This tour combines the best of California in one day. We begin in Monterey Bay, that has unparalleled sea life. You may even spot a whale! You will have time for coffee at Cannery Row. Next is the famous 17-Mile Scenic Drive (including a stop at golf resort Pebble Beach). There will be photo stops at the Lone Cypress, Bird Rock, Lovers Point or Point Pinos. We visit the beach town of Carmel, home to celebrities such as Clint Eastwood, where you can visit quaint shops, artisinal bakeries and coffee shops. Lastly, we will see the Bixby Bridge and Hurricane Point, the iconic highlights of Big Sur. Depending on the time of the year, there may be a spectacular Northern California sunset over the ocean as we make our way back to San Francisco.

Big Sur Monterey and Carmel Tour From San Francisco

12 hoursFree Cancellation

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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.

Napa and Sonoma Wine Country Full-Day Tour from San Francisco

8 to 9 hoursFree 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.

Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Day Tour from San Francisco w Pickup

15 hoursFree Cancellation

Napa and Sonoma Premium Small Group Wine Tour from San Francisco

8 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

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

Take a journey around San Francisco's top sights in a retro way with this small-group tour by vintage Volkswagen bus, decorated with long eyelashes so you can't miss your tour vehicle. You'll pass by neighborhoods like Chinatown, Union Square, Pacific Heights, North Beach, Haight-Ashbury, the Marina, and Hayes Valley, plus see the Palace of Fine Arts, Golden Gate Bridge, Golden Gate Park, Civic Center, and more.

Painted Ladies San Francisco City Tour

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

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

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

GoCar San Francisco Tour

5 hoursFree Cancellation

Visit Northern California wine country and Muir Woods for a truly fabulous day out. This popular tour takes you to Muir Woods National Monument, then to multiple wineries in Napa and Sonoma Valleys, with tastings included. Opt to include a gourmet lunch in historic Sonoma (choose option at checkout) and cross the Golden Gate Bridge on the return to San Francisco, with a stop for a photo opportunity.

San Francisco Super Saver: Muir Woods & Wine Country w/ optional Gourmet Lunch

11 hoursFree Cancellation

"Explore Napa or Sonoma Valley in luxury with our private SUV tour. Choose the wineries yourself or follow a curated schedule designed to maximize your experience. Savor each destination, enjoying the finest wines and breathtaking views. Our professional driver ensures a seamless, on-time journey, allowing you to relax and indulge in a wine-tasting adventure. Perfect for small groups seeking elegance, comfort, and a personalized wine tour experience. Your unforgettable day of wine and luxury awaits!" 6 hour Napa or Sonoma Valley tours "Explore Sonoma Valley in luxury with our private SUV tour. Choose your wineries or follow a curated schedule designed to maximize your experience. Savor the freedom to stay as long as you'd like at each destination, enjoying the finest wines and breathtaking views. Our professional driver ensures a seamless, on-time journey, allowing you to relax and indulge in the ultimate wine-tasting adventure. 6 hour Sonoma Valley Tours

6-hour Private Luxury SUV Wine Tour in Napa Or Sonoma Valley

6 hoursFree Cancellation

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

9 hoursFree Cancellation

Visit several of the most popular attractions around San Francisco in one convenient tour. Enjoy a scenic drive across the Golden Gate Bridge and see the natural wonders at Muir Woods as you admire coastal redwoods, some of the world’s tallest trees. Take in waterfront views at Sausalito, then cap your tour with a visit to Alcatraz by ferry, where an audio guide is available in 12 languages.

Alcatraz Plus Muir Woods and Sausalito Combo Tour

8 hoursFree Cancellation

Alcatraz with Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour

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.

Experience Yosemite National Park without the challenge of a long drive from San Francisco or the hassle of planning a day’s sightseeing on your own. Travel by coach to some of the park’s most iconic viewpoints, including Tunnel View, Bridalveil Fall, El Capitan, Half Dome, and Yosemite Valley, with time to explore independently. It’s an easy way to combine guided sightseeing with the freedom to experience Yosemite at your own pace.

San Francisco Bay Cruise

1 hourFree Cancellation

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Yosemite National Park: Full Day Tour from San Francisco

14 hoursFree Cancellation

Explore Sonoma Valley wine on a small-group tasting tour from San Francisco to boutique wineries, making sightseeing stops along the way. Cross the Golden Gate Bridge, enter Sonoma's rolling landscape of golden hills and vineyards, and enjoy a series of guided tastings, learning about Sonoma wine varietals and terroir as you sip. After your time in Sonoma, pause in the artists' colony of Sausalito, with the option to return to San Francisco by ferry for great views across the San Francisco Bay.

Sonoma Wine Country Tour from San Francisco with Tastings

9 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Muir Woods, Sausalito, Battery Spencer Tour from San Francisco

9 hoursFree Cancellation

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.

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

11 hoursFree Cancellation

Golden Gate Bridge Muir Woods Sausalito with Optional Alcatraz

6 hoursFree Cancellation

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Big Sur Monterey and Carmel Tour From San Francisco

Robert_R, Oct 2026

Excellent Overview of Monterrey, Carmel, 17-mile Drive and Big Sur

This was an Excellent Overview of Monterrey, Carmel, 17-mile Drive and Big Sur. I will definitely come back on my own to see some the the places covered on the tour in more detail. The tour includes a brief breakfast stop in Monterrey due to the early start and then a photo stop at Lover's Point. This is followed by the 17-mile drive with stops at Bird Rock and Lone Cypress, while pointing out various golf courses on the 17-mile drive. We then stop at the Pebble Beach Visitors center, followed by lunch in Carmel and a photo stop at Hurricane Point when one can see the Bixby Creek Bridge in Big Sur. This this first point where one can legally stop to get a picture of the famous bridge, but it is a good distance away, so a zoom lens would be preferred. On the way back, one stops at a farm for snacks and a bio break. Well organized and implemented. Our tour guide Steven was excellent throughout. Unfortunately for the photos, fog followed us most of the time.

Napa and Sonoma Premium Small Group Wine Tour from San Francisco

Diane_S, Oct 2026

Great tour and guide!

We had a wonderful day touring Sonoma and Napa Valley with our driver, Ron, along with 10 other passengers. Ron went above and beyond to make sure everyone had a comfortable and enjoyable experience. He texted us the night before the tour to give us a heads-up about the weather and confirm the pickup plan, which was greatly appreciated. Throughout the day, Ron was extremely knowledgeable—not only about the area and its many highlights, but also about the winemaking process. He shared interesting information as we traveled to and from Sonoma and Napa, making the drive just as enjoyable as the tour itself. Ron was professional, personable, and attentive to everyone in the group. We truly enjoyed our day and would highly recommend Ron to anyone looking for a knowledgeable and thoughtful guide for a Sonoma and Napa Valley tour.

Alcatraz with Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour

Laura_d, Oct 2026

Excellent customer service and tour guide!

Viator was very flexible with our changing cruise ship arrival time. Tatya was over the top excellent. She gave us very useful information, she was knowledgeable, entertaining, and had a very bubbly personality. Highly recommend this excursion and if you can request Tatya, she will make your experience even better!!!

Muir Woods and Sausalito Small Group Tour

Glenda_H, Sept 2026

Bucket List Travel

Our group was a mixture of cultures. Our guide Dustin was great. His sense of humor was great. He provided great information about each area we visited. Visiting Muir Woods and Golden Gate Bridge were two of my bucket list items I throughly enjoyed checking off. Sausalito was beautiful too.

San Francisco, Muir Woods, Sausalito and Optional Alcatraz Tour

Tammy_G, Sept 2026

Captain Roger was a great...

Captain Roger was a great guide! He gave us great information and fun facts during the tour of San Francisco... accompanied by music! The stop at the Golden Gate Bridge was fantastic. We really enjoyed the tour and information about Sausalito. Muir Woods was spectacular! We also did the Alkatraz tour and enjoyed walking through a bit of history! Great tour!!

17-Mile Drive, Monterey Peninsula&Carmel Premium Small Group Tour

Lee_O, Sept 2026

Above and Beyond

The trip was wonderful. Beautiful scenery and great places to stop and explore. Jim was went above and beyond. I was staying in Monterey for the jazz festival and not returning to San Francisco. He changed the tour order so we finished in Monterey and he dropped me at the hostel. What a legend. Would definitely recommend you take this trip.

Golden Gate Bridge Muir Woods Sausalito with Optional Alcatraz

Wayne_B, Sept 2026

San Francisco tour and much more

SF excursions was fantastic. The owner was over the top helpful and very knowledgeable about the area. Life long resident and a pleasure all around. At one point a guest lost their shoe out of the Van and the owner turned the van around and located the shoe. Great guy, great experience.

Yosemite Day Tour from San Francisco

Romarico_L, Sept 2026

Must see and do

This is a must do if one is visiting SF for the first time. Viator has offered us the opportunity to experience it without the hassle of having to worry about driving there yourself. The drive is beautiful with ample time for a pit stop and shop for food. Our driver Aidan was very nice, professional, and knowledgeable.

Sonoma Wine Country Tour from San Francisco with Tastings

Constanza_C, Sept 2026

Best wine tour ever

We had THE BEST time. Anthony was an amazing tour guide. He was fun, entertaining, knowledgeable of wine AND San Francisco/ Sonoma county. This tour is so well prepared. We had a wine tasting in 3 vineyards, Homewood, Seamus and B.R. Cohn. All in the perfect order, allowing us to know so much about wine and the history of Sonoma and their wines. Anthony knew so much about historic landmarks in Sausalito and in Sonoma. He was very patient, kind and funny. Always making sure we had a good time. We had an amazing time. Can't wait to book another tour with Edge of the world tours! to Muir woods maybe next time

From San Francisco: Guided Tour to Muir Woods and Sausalito

James_H, Jul 2026

Wonderful afternoon San Francisco/Muir Woods/Sausalito experience

Our guide/driver gave us a very informative and humorous tour of San Francisco on our way to Muir Woods. Muir Woods was absolutely amazing to see and would recommend to anyone. Sausalito was a nice way to end the trip. We took ferry back to SF to get some extra time in Sausalito - also beautiful views of Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz, and San Francisco skyline from the ferry.