Top San Francisco Tours by Duration - page 2

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.

See the best of San Francisco in just one morning on this time-saving, small-group tour with hotel pickup and drop-off included. Travel by minibus to North Beach, the Palace of Fine Arts, Pier 39, Fisherman's Wharf, Chinatown, Union Square, Haight-Ashbury, and many other sights and neighborhoods as you explore the city and learn about its history. Your comprehensive tour also includes top attractions such as Lombard Street, the Painted Ladies, and the Golden Gate Bridge.

Getting from San Francisco to Muir Woods can be a real challenge without a car. Instead, enjoy a hassle-free way to travel with this round-trip shuttle service. Following morning or afternoon pickup at Fisherman’s Wharf, cross the Golden Gate Bridge and head to the woods, all while your driver shares insider facts and tips. Upon arrival (admission tickets own expense), enjoy free time to explore independently before returning to the city.

See more of San Francisco without the hassle of navigating steep streets, traffic, or public transit on your own. This small-group tour combines comfortable transportation with expert commentary, making it easy to get oriented while exploring the city’s most iconic neighborhoods and landmarks. Travel from Chinatown and North Beach to Haight-Ashbury, Fisherman’s Wharf, the Presidio, Lombard Street, and the Golden Gate Bridge in a single outing.

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.

If you fancy yourself a foodie or culture enthusiast, don’t miss this walking tour of San Francisco’s Little Italy—the neighborhood of North Beach. Voted one of the 15 best foodie tours in the USA by U.S. News, join an insider guide and experience a slice of the top things to do in North Beach, such as tasting coffee and witnessing bread being freshly made. Soak up the lively atmosphere of one of the city’s most popular districts as you learn about its cafes and bakeries and see landmarks like Saints Peter and Paul Church.

Experience San Francisco the easy way, and that takes the stress out of planning with this hassle-free guided tour. Skip securing hard-to-get Muir Woods parking or juggling multiple reservations—this tour has got it all covered. Explore the city’s neighborhoods, snap photos at the Golden Gate Bridge, and stroll beneath towering redwoods. Upgrade to the full-day tour and enjoy free time in Sausalito and an extended tour of the city.

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.

Cover more ground in less time on a e-bike tour of San Francisco, and experience the city like a real local. Pedal through back alleys, neighborhoods rich in culture, and along the city's waterfront. Stop to snap photos of Downtown, North Beach, the Mission District, Fisherman's Wharf, and more—all while learning about the areas you visit from your guide's handy commentary. Better still, keep exploring with inclusive post-tour bike rental—perfect for independently visiting the Golden Gate Bridge.

Enjoy educational sightseeing and delicious tastings in one tour with the help of your guide. Explore San Francisco’s Chinatown, Little Italy, and North Beach, sampling coffee, dumplings, gelato, and a few surprises as you go. Learn all about the area’s history while you walk, from the California Gold Rush to the Godfather.

With its iconic hills, architecture, bridge and bay, it’s no wonder so many movies have been filmed in San Francisco. See filming locations from numerous productions on this movie sites tour from Fisherman’s Wharf. Watch clips on the tour bus as you pass by the real locations with an informative actor-turned-guide who shares stories about the city and cinema history.

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.

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.

This small-group tour is an easy way to tick off some of San Francisco’s dispersed highlights. See Muir Woods, Sausalito, the Golden Gate Bridge, and Battery Spencer in a day—without having to figure out bus timetables or plan logistics. Instead, head off in a spacious van, and enjoy a tour that combines guided segments with free time for independent exploring.

Get an overview of San Francisco's city sights and its nearby nature in one convenient tour. Learn about the city's neighborhoods from a Bay Area local, discovering spots you might otherwise miss. See the stunning redwood trees in Muir Woods National Monument, snap photos at Golden Gate Bridge, and enjoy free time to explore the waterfront at Sausalito.

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.

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.

Make the most of your time in San Francisco, and get ready to discover its top attractions all in one excursion: this private driving tour is designed as a comprehensive introduction to the city. Following pickup at your hotel, travel in the comfort of an air-conditioned vehicle. You can look forward to seeing Coit Tower, the Golden Gate Bridge, Lombard Street, Fisherman’s Wharf, and more—plus additional sights you’re most interested in.

Don't just explore San Francisco—travel beyond city limits to discover the picturesque town of Sausalito and the mighty redwoods of Muir Woods on this half-day small-group tour. This guided and narrated excursion begins with a quick trip past several iconic San Francisco landmarks, including a photo stop at the Golden Gate Bridge. Then, venture across the bridge to immerse yourself in the region's spectacular natural scenery with included hotel pickup and drop-off.

Escape the hustle and bustle of San Francisco with this half-day getaway to California's world-renowned Wine Country. Starting in the early afternoon, you'll cross the iconic Golden Gate Bridge and soak in picturesque views of the San Francisco skyline and charming Sausalito. Visit two handpicked Sonoma Valley wineries, where you’ll enjoy outdoor tastings, explore the estate, and learn about wine-making from fermentation to bottling, all hosted by a guide.

Explore the Northern California redwoods on this half-day tour of Muir Woods. Departing from Fisherman’s Wharf, your guide drives you over the Golden Gate Bridge in a comfortable luxury mini-bus to Muir Woods National Monument. Crane your neck to admire these trees standing 260 feet (80 meters) tall. Enjoy free time to hike among the coastal redwoods. Upgrade to take the ferry from Sausalito, or add a Big Bus combo for a 24-hour hop-on hop-off city tour with a digital Chinatown walking 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.

Have dinner with panoramic city views on a San Francisco Bay supper club cruise. Spend time on the water with the twinkling city skyline as your backdrop. Take in the views and enjoy the sea breeze on the exterior decks, cut loose on the dance floor with a DJ spinning top 40 hits, and enjoy a buffet dinner with classic American and international dishes on the menu.

Discover three of Northern California's top attractions in one day, without worrying about logistics, on this combo tour from San Francisco. Cross the Golden Gate Bridge, see the towering coastal redwoods at Muir Woods that reach up to 260 feet (80 meters) tall, then enjoy free time to explore the charming bayside town of Sausalito. Cap off the day with a visit to vineyards in Napa or Sonoma to sample a variety of wines, including sparkling wine.