Top San Francisco Cable Car Tours

San Francisco: Cable Car Audio Tour with Entrance Ticket

1 to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

2.1

(44)

from $23

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

Avoid the hassle of following maps and explore San Francisco in a much more fun way—by joining a small-group tour. The itinerary helps you learn about the history of the city with stops at interesting locations—such as Nob Hill, San Francisco City Hall, and The Castro, and Lombard Street. To help you save time and zip around the city with ease, the route includes travel by cable car, Metro, and historic streetcar.

4.9

(2,195)

from $82

San Francisco Full-Day Tour by Cable Car & Foot

8 hoursFree Cancellation

4.7

(194)

from $140

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 $79

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.

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

San Francisco in One Day

5.0

(82)

from $129

Special Offer

On a sunny day travelers take panorama photos of Alcatraz Island during the Golden Gate Bay Cruise.

San Francisco: Golden Gate Bay Cruise (60 Minutes)

1 hourFree 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 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

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

Small Group Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Day Trip from San Francisco

4.1

(4,618)

from $56

14 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(3,872)

from $239

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

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.

4.9

(2,975)

from $85

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

San Francisco Bay Sunset Catamaran Cruise

1 hour 35 minutesFree Cancellation

4.8

(1,356)

from $88

During a Go Cars experience in San Francisco, two travelers take a second to snap a photo.

GoCar San Francisco Tour

5 hoursFree Cancellation

4.5

(904)

from $99

Per group

Muir Woods and Sausalito Morning Tour Small-Group Half Day

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.6

(583)

from $99

Likely to Sell Out

Wander through an ancient coastal redwood forest and explore the artistic enclave of Sausalito on this combo tour from San Francisco. Travel across the Golden Gate Bridge to visit Muir Woods, home to some of the oldest and tallest trees on Earth. Then, soak up stellar views of the San Francisco skyline and browse art galleries along the Sausalito waterfront before returning by bus or Sausalito ferry.

Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour (Return by Bus or Ferry)

5 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

4.4

(5,147)

from $80

Uncover San Francisco’s haunted history on this thrilling ghost-hunting tour, complete with your own EMF detector. Explore eerie alleys, historic neighborhoods, and infamous sites like Gold Rush cemeteries and Chinatown’s old red-light district, while hearing chilling tales of paranormal activity, murders, and mysterious deaths. Perfect for thrill-seekers, this tour blends ghost stories with true crime and the city’s darker past.

Ghost Hunt in SF Chinatown with a Professional Investigator

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.8

(924)

from $55

Special Offer

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

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 $219

Ismenia on Powell/Hyde Cable Car in Union Square

When Robert Louis Stevenson visited San Francisco in 1879, he declared, "Nob Hill, the Hill of Palaces, must certainly be counted the best part of San Francisco. It is here that millionaires gathered together, vying with each other in display". My Nob Hill tour is a 2-hour walking photo-shoot tour that starts with a Cable Car ride and a visit to a French Gothic Cathedral and ends at the Top of the Mark on the 19th floor of the InterContinental Mark Hopkins Hotel for photographs and beverages at sunset. The eclectic history of Nob Hill includes: * The Gold Rush (not the San Francisco 49r cheerleaders) * The Silver Bonanza (not including Ben Cartwright, Ben, Hoss or Little Joe) * The Transcontinental Railroad * The 1906 Earthquake and Fire, and * A spectacular French-Gothic design Episcopal Cathedral that took nearly 40 years to build. The opportunities for photography are endless on Nob Hill!

Walking Tour of Nob Hill - Cable Cars, Luxury Hotels, French-Gothic Cathedral

Come explore San Francisco with an expert guide. We will pick you up in a luxury car and can include rides in an autonomous driverless vehicle, cable car, or historic boat for a truly unique way of experiencing the city that you will never forget. We'll cruise to vibrant and charming neighborhoods like the Castro, Mission and Haight-Ashbury, and others upon request. We'll get the best photos of the Golden Gate Bridge, Twin Peaks and Painted Ladies. This trip is fully customizable and and includes a lunch break. Come discover one of the world’s most dynamic cities in an innovative, memorable way with a knowledgable guide!

5.0

(2)

from $175

San Francisco Private Custom Tour

4 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

from $149

Price varies by group size

Likely to Sell Out

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

4.2

(2,196)

from $129

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San Francisco Full-Day Tour by Cable Car & Foot

Terrance_C, May 2026

Excellent San Fransisco Adventure

Excellent city tour. Had a little trouble finding the guide at the start (not her fault) as exact directions were not given, but guide immediately let her boss know to have location for start of tour clarified (good customer service). The tour took us throughout San Fransisco to places I had always wanted to see but could never see on my own. Guide was extremely knowledgeable with local history. Trip included travel on all forms of city transportation (cable cars, trolleys, buses, subway) and she even included a Waymo taxi ride. Guide made several restaurant recommendations during tour which we bookmarked for future reference. (ate at two of the recommended restaurants and food was fantastic). Would definitely recommend the tour for anyone looking for a full day experience with helpful tips for future exploring of the city. Great job.

Small Group Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Day Trip from San Francisco

Doug_S, May 2026

The trip you need to go on

We decided to take a day out of exploring San Francisco to go on this tour, and it might have been our best decision of the entire trip. Yosemite is awe inspiring and something you need to see. Whether it’s watching climbers scale El Capitan, taking in the view of North America’s tallest waterfall, or venturing down to see the giant sequoias, you are sure to have a breathtaking experience. Yosemite is wonderful, but the tour itself was only as good as the tour guide, and thanks to Viktor, it was phenomenal. It is not easy to drive a group of strangers around for hours and make sure they have fun, yet Viktor managed to do it. He genuinely cared about everyone’s experience and kept spirits high despite the hours of driving. He was knowledgeable, friendly, and of course funny. While I’m sure all the tour guides are great, Viktor is the best. The tour is a loooong day, but it is worth it. I would highly recommend going on this trip…ESPECIALLY if you’re lucky enough to have Viktor as your guide!

San Francisco in One Day

Janice_T, May 2026

Walking in histories footsteps!!!

Enthusiastic presenter with a terrific grasp of city history and information! Britt created the perfect tour with facts snd stories about the places we went and it seemed as if we were actually f”walking in the footsteps of those who came before us! It exceeded my expectations and it is a day I will remember for quite some time!!’

Yosemite Day Tour from San Francisco

John_V, May 2026

Great Day!

Absolutely incredible trip to Yosemite. Long day of traveling to and from, but comfortable transportation. Made midway stop for break to and from Yosemite, could pick up food, drinks in grocery store or several fast food restaurants. Dropped us off at our hotel. Really nice guide. Highly recommend!

GoCar San Francisco Tour

Tamara_L, Feb 2026

Super fun

Really fun way to see the city. Little go carts are exciting. Make sure to dress warmly. We rented for two hours but came back in one since it was so chilly. Small space so if you are plus it’s a tight squeeze but still fun. We didn’t get out since getting in and out is the hardest part. Easy to drive. Great way to see the city.