Top San Francisco Sightseeing Tours - page 3

Of all the baseball stadiums in MLB, San Francisco's Oracle Park has perhaps the best location—a waterfront perch right on San Francisco Bay. This private behind-the-scenes tour provides access to places only VIPs and players are usually allowed, including the dugouts and press box, with gratuities included.

Cycle along San Francisco’s waterfront—and enjoy some of the city's most scenic views—on this guided bike tour. Pass Fisherman’s Wharf and the historic Presidio, cross the iconic Golden Gate Bridge, and admire Alcatraz Island and the Pacific Ocean. After arriving in charming Sausalito, take your time exploring before catching the ferry (additional expense) back to San Francisco. With a one-day bike rental, you can continue your adventure at your own pace.

Explore two of the Bay Area’s top destinations, Muir Woods and Sausalito, on a half-day tour from San Francisco. Drive across the Golden Gate Bridge to Muir Woods National Monument, where you have time to walk among towering old-growth redwood trees. Next, head to Sausalito for a stroll along the picturesque waterfront. Opt to remain on your own in Sausalito or return on the bus.

Take a ride in San Francisco's first waterfront observation wheel for magnificent aerial views of San Francisco Bay. Fully enclosed to protect you from the elements, each pod can hold up to six people and every one is private to your group—so you won't have to contend with strangers when getting the best viewing spot.

Experience Muir Woods National Monument and the quaint waterfront town of Sausalito on a half-day tour. Travel across the Golden Gate Bridge on a guided day trip that includes pickup in a convenient location in downtown San Francisco, transportation, and National Park entrance fees. Enjoy free time among the ancient redwoods, then explore Sausalito at your own pace before returning to San Francisco by vehicle or by ferry (separate expense).

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.

Combine a walking tour of North Beach with ferry access to Alcatraz Island on this San Francisco combo tour. Visit Washington Square Park, Saints Peter and Paul Church, and enjoy views of Lombard Street and the Golden Gate Bridge. See sea lions at Pier 39 before boarding your included Alcatraz cruise with audio guide. Optional upgrades include a Blue & Gold bay cruise or SkyStar Wheel ride for panoramic city views.

Explore San Francisco's main attractions on your own during this self-driven GoCar tour. Listen to entertaining stories and enriching context about each location as you drive yourself between top waterfront sights, including the Golden Gate Bridge, the Presidio, Fisherman's Wharf, and Lombard Street. Park and get down whenever you'd like. Helmets, a full tank of gas, and GPS-based maps and navigation are included.

Guarantee your seat aboard the Privateer, your sailboat, when you prebook a scenic cruise along the San Francisco Bay. As you set off on the water, you'll enjoy sightseeing at the most beautiful time of day—sunset. Coast along and look out for local landmarks like Alcatraz, the Sausalito shoreline, and the Golden Gate Bridge, all with two drinks of your choice in your hand.

Save money on some of San Francisco’s top attractions, with a flexible pass to two, three, four, or five landmarks or experiences. Choose your favorite activities from more than 25 options, including cruises, tours, bike rentals, and museum outings. Plus, use the handy digital guide to help you independently navigate the Bay Area at your own pace.

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.

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.

See San Francisco’s top sights without the hassle of navigating traffic, parking, or public transportation on your own. Traveling with a driver-guide makes it easy to cover more ground in less time, with stops at major landmarks and visits to distinctive neighborhoods across the city. Customize your experience with optional upgrades such as a bay cruise, bike rental, or aquarium admission.

Save time and money with the San Francisco CityPASS®, which gives you admission to your choice of four top attractions: the California Academy of Sciences and Blue & Gold Fleet San Francisco Bay Cruise, de Young Museum + Legion of honor, Aquarium of the Bay, Exploratorium, San Francisco Museum of Modern Art — SFMOMA, San Francisco Zoo & Gardens, or The Walt Disney Family Museum.

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..

Take a relaxing afternoon sailing cruise aboard a traditional sailboat on the San Francisco Bay. Cruise past landmarks such as Alcatraz Island, Angel Island, the Sausalito waterfront, and Golden Gate Bridge, and see the San Francisco skyline on your way back to Pier 39. As an added bonus, enjoy two included beverages, from wine to soft drinks.

Get a unique perspective on San Francisco—and capture photos of the city as it's all aglow—on this sunset tour by open-top, double-decker bus. See highlight neighborhoods such as Fisherman's Wharf, Embarcadero, Chinatown and the Financial District, and spot key city landmarks including the iconic Golden Gate Bridge. Along the way, listen to on-board digital commentary to learn the stories behind the sights.

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.

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.

Explore San Francisco in a GoCar, a GPS-guided storytelling three-wheel mini-vehicle. You'll visit many of the city's top highlights, including the Golden Gate Bridge, Golden Gate Park, Fisherman's Wharf, and the Presidio. This package includes a three-hour GoCar rental with a full tank of gas, plus a GPS device, helmets, and a map.

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.

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.

Combine two of San Francisco’s most popular experiences in a single outing with a small-group city tour and a visit to Alcatraz. Explore the city in an open-air safari jeep, taking in landmarks such as the Golden Gate Bridge, Twin Peaks, and distinctive neighborhoods along the way. Then continue to Alcatraz for a self-guided audio tour that brings the island’s fascinating prison history to life.

Ride from San Francisco to Sausalito on a guided half-day bike tour that includes lunch and all-day bike rental. Follow your guide along the Bay Trail bike path from Fisherman's Wharf to Sausalito, crossing the Golden Gate Bridge and stopping regularly for photos. Have a choice of dishes at a waterfront restaurant with a package that includes 3-hour bike tour, restaurant voucher, and all-day bike rental.