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Muir Woods, Sausalito, Battery Spencer Tour from San Francisco

Recommended by 97% of travelers
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San Francisco, USA
High interest
Booked 2 times today.
  • 9 hours (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

4.9
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· Nicasio_S ·
Jun 2026
A great small group tour that’s allows you to discover as much as you want at all stops. Comfortable coach, friendly driver and no hectic pace.
· Krzysztof_K ·
Aug 2026
It was great and places were great! We travelled only two of us so it was really comfortable. Thanks to Peter for his kindness! 👍

Overview

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.
  • Combine towering redwoods, coastal scenery, and iconic viewpoints
  • Avoid the crowds and enjoy an intimate small-group experience
  • A driver-guide keeps you entertained with fun facts as you travel
  • Get local recommendations that you’d miss on solo explorations

What's Included

  • Brand-New High-Top Vans Capped at 12 Passengers
  • Bottled water
    Bottle Water and light snacks
  • Admission Fee - 60 Minutes at Sausalito, 25 Minutes at Battery Spencer(Exclusive Attraction)
  • Friendly and Professional Guides or Driver-Guides
  • Gratuities
    Gratuities (15% - 20% recommended)
  • Meals, Food, and Beverages
  • Admission Fee - Admission ticket for Muir Woods National Monument(This ticket shoud be purchased on site in own expense)
  • Any expenses are not listed in Fee Included

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

Pickup time may differ from voucher start time. Confirm with operator after booking. Check “Meeting & Pick-up” for details. Arrive 5–10 mins early. You must provide your pick-up location to the operator at least 3 days before departure. If not received, the default pick-up will be: 8:00 AM – Union Square 291 Geary St, San Francisco, CA 94102 Return locations are same as pick-up locations. Return time may vary depending on the itinerary, traffic, and weather conditions.

Start time
.8:00 am

Itinerary

San Francisco (Pass By)

Pacific Heights (Pass By)

1

Fort Point National Historic Site

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

2

Muir Woods National Monument

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

3

Sausalito

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

4

Battery Spencer

25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 2 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Pregnant travelers may join if they are under 24 weeks pregnant by the end of the trip.
  • Please double-check your booking details (name and contact info), as any errors may result in additional personal costs.
  • You must contact the tour operator at least 3 days prior to the departure date to provide the pick-up location. If no information is received by the deadline, the default pick-up location and time will be automatically assigned: 8:00 AM – Union Square 291 Geary St, San Francisco, CA 94102
  • Tickets and Admission Policy: Third-party attraction tickets or city passes are not accepted for participation in the tour. All admission tickets must be purchased either during booking or directly from your tour guide on the day of the tour.
  • By selecting an option and completing your booking, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to the tour's full product description, including all details about itinerary, included and excluded fees. Your payment indicates your acceptance of these terms.
  • Children under 6 may require a booster seat by law. When traveling on the minivans or vans, booster seats may be needed. Please contact the tour operator in advance if needed. Rental service is also available upon request.
  • For safety and communication purposes during the trip, a valid and reachable phone number is required for participants.
  • For a comfortable and enjoyable experience, we recommend bringing comfortable shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, a sun hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, cash, and drinks for hydration.
  • For multiple bookings, please provide all confirmation numbers after booking to ensure you travel on the same bus.
  • Please note: Cash is required during the tour for certain attractions, shops, and tickets. Guests are advised to prepare sufficient cash in advance.
  • For individual special needs, we may not be able to guarantee it. For special reasons, please confirm with the tour operator whether your special request is feasible after your booking is confirmed.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Featured review

Sabrina_Z
Amazing tour! The day was full of beautiful sights and diverse experiences. Our guide was personable and knew so much about the history and nature of each spot. The vehicle was clean, roomy, and comfortable, which made the longer drives very pleasant. Highlights included Muir Woods, Sausalito, and the panoramic views at Battery Spencer. Every detail was well organized — highly recommend this tour for a full-day adventure!

Reviews

4.9
based on 68 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
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Picked up at 9:45 .a.m....

DebraL_P, Aug 2026
Picked up at 9:45 .a.m. not at 8:00 a.m. Used her personal vehicle and not conducive for hearing anything she said, which was minimal information. Ran a curb and just felt generally unsafe. Tour should not have been scheduled on a day the Fort Point is closed.

Response from Host, Aug 2026

Thank you for your feedback. We have looked into each of your concerns and would like to clarify the following: Pick-up time: We notified you one day in advance that the pick-up would be at 9:10 a.m. Due to traffic, the guide actually arrived at 9:40 a.m. and kept you informed via message. Vehicle: The vehicle used was company-owned, not personal. Guide communication: We regret that you had difficulty hearing the guide. We will remind our guides to speak more clearly. Driving safety: Our guide followed the GPS route. We confirmed that no curb was driven over. Fort Point closure: As Fort Point was closed, the guide took you to nearby Fort Scott instead, with sufficient time allotted there. We apologize for any miscommunication and inconvenience.

Muir Woods & Golden Gate

Krzysztof_K, Aug 2026
It was great and places were great! We travelled only two of us so it was really comfortable. Thanks to Peter for his kindness! 👍

Response from Host, Aug 2026

Thank you very much for your feedback! We are so happy to hear you enjoyed the service we've provided! We look forward to welcoming you back on your next visit!

Great day w Scott

Ashley_M, Aug 2026
We had a great tour today with Scott. Very knowledgeable about the city, born and raised in SF and knows all the cool secrets and tips. Definitely recommend this tour

Response from Host, Aug 2026

Thank you very much for your feedback! We are so happy to hear you enjoyed the service we've provided! We look forward to welcoming you back on your next visit!

10/10 experience

Zhen_Y, Aug 2026
We had a fantastic experience exploring Muir Woods, Sausalito, and taking in the stunning views at Battery Spencer. The pacing was perfect and did not feel rushed. What truly made the trip unforgettable was our kind and knowledgeable tour guide, Xiong Shi Fu, who took us to three extra locations, including an extra viewpoint of the Golden Gate Bridge. Overall very memorable experience and would recommend Mr. Xiong Shi Fu, especially for those who speak Mandarin.

Response from Host, Aug 2026

Thank you very much for your feedback! We are so happy to hear you enjoyed the service we've provided! We look forward to welcoming you back on your next visit!

Great Tour and Amazing Value!

Shane_C, Aug 2026
Great tour at a great price!Richard was a wonderful driver and tour guide. Great value for the money. All day tours like this at this price are very rare

Response from Host, Aug 2026

Thank you very much for your feedback! We are so happy to hear you enjoyed the service we've provided! We look forward to welcoming you back on your next visit!

Must try!

Ainura_S, Jul 2026
It was a great experience; it is for sure worth the price. Jack was a fantastic driver and even gave us more time to explore than was mentioned in the itinerary of this tour. Muir Woods is fantastic; it is a magical world. You can very quick to buy tickets at the entrance. A nice gift shop is nearby. At Sausalito, Jack recommended us very delicious burgers, just for $38 with fries and drinks for a couple. Fort Point was worth visiting too; it is a historical place.

Response from Host, Jul 2026

Thank you very much for your feedback! We are so happy to hear you enjoyed the service we've provided! We look forward to welcoming you back on your next visit!

Our driver, Scott, was...

Kelly_A, Jul 2026
Our driver, Scott, was absolutely incredible! He had so much knowledge about the city and answered all the questions we had! He was a great driver and we felt safe the entire time. He took us to some wonderful spots around the city and pointed out so many cool places! We could’ve driven around with him the entire day and not gotten bored.

Response from Host, Jul 2026

Thank you very much for your feedback! We are so happy to hear you enjoyed the service we've provided! We look forward to welcoming you back on your next visit!

See some sites across the bay

Nicasio_S, Jun 2026
A great small group tour that’s allows you to discover as much as you want at all stops. Comfortable coach, friendly driver and no hectic pace.

Response from Host, Jun 2026

Thank you very much for your feedback! We are so happy to hear you enjoyed the service we've provided! We look forward to welcoming you back on your next visit!

Great Experience, recommended!

Pascal_S, Jun 2026
Great tour to all the best spots along the route! Peter is a super friendly guide. He drove us safely along even the most curvy routes and even offered to help us take photos.

Response from Host, Jun 2026

Thank you very much for your feedback! We are so happy to hear you enjoyed the service we've provided! We look forward to welcoming you back on your next visit!

Thank you Anthony Love...

Maxine_V, May 2026
Thank you Anthony Love for making our San Francisco trip so memorable and special. Your kindness, patience, and positive energy made the experience even more enjoyable. We truly appreciated how comfortable and welcomed you made us feel throughout the tour. Hope you don't forget our JB songs. 😉 We’ll always remember this trip with a smile. Highly recommended! ❤️ Hope to meet you again soon. ☺️

Response from Host, May 2026

Thank you very much for your feedback! We are so happy to hear you enjoyed the service we've provided! We look forward to welcoming you back on your next visit!

Great Tour!

aidalyn_m, May 2026
Best tour in San Francisco!!! We had a wonderful experience. Anthony our tour guide had awesome customer service. He was kind, funny, and initiated sincere conversations. We loved Muir Woods. I would do this tour again!

Response from Host, May 2026

Thank you very much for your feedback! We are so happy to hear you enjoyed the service we've provided! We look forward to welcoming you back on your next visit!

Wonderful day trip! (+snacks and water!!)

Nicole_M, May 2026
Anthony was a great tour guide for our small group. Knowledgeable about the area and also gave us tips for Vegas! Very cool to see the Golden Gate bridge from both below and above. Muir Woods is so beautiful and peaceful. Nice lunch and window shopping in Sausalito. Perfect day out. Thank you

Response from Host, May 2026

Thank you very much for your feedback! We are so happy to hear you enjoyed the service we've provided! We look forward to welcoming you back on your next visit!

Enjoyment of the Day!

Sherry_R, May 2026
Peter our tour guide was personally attentive to our needs. Enjoyed the scenery and places we visited .

Response from Host, May 2026

Thank you very much for your feedback! We are so happy to hear you enjoyed the service we've provided! We look forward to welcoming you back on your next visit!

Best Experience

Rochelle_J, May 2026
I had such an amazing experience on the Muir Woods, Sausalito, and Battery Spencer tour through Viator! Alex was an incredible driver and made the whole day smooth, fun, and stress-free. The views were beautiful, the timing was perfect, and he really made the experience feel personal. What made it extra special was that he surprised me with a birthday cake and even had a happy birthday song waiting for me. That meant so much and honestly made my trip unforgettable. You can tell he truly cares about the people on his tour. If you’re thinking about booking this tour, do it — and if you get Alex, you’re definitely in good hands!

Response from Host, May 2026

Thank you very much for your feedback! We are so happy to hear you enjoyed the service we've provided! We look forward to welcoming you back on your next visit!

The driver should slow...

Evelyn_C, Apr 2026
The driver should slow down on the winding road to Muir Wood. It gave me and my friend motion sickness. My friend had it bad that she was throwing up throughout the tour of the forest, that we skipped sight seeing and dinner at Sausalito

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you for sharing your feedback regarding your recent tour to Muir Woods. We have since retrieved and reviewed the vehicle’s dash camera footage from the tour. Our records show that the driver operated the vehicle strictly within the posted speed limits at all times. Furthermore, as soon as your guide was made aware of the motion sickness symptoms, the driver immediately reduced speed significantly, driving well below the speed limit for the remainder of the winding road section in an effort to minimize discomfort. We deeply regret that despite these measures, your friend continued to experience severe motion sickness, which ultimately caused you both to miss the sightseeing and dinner in Sausalito. For future tours, we strongly recommend that guests who are prone to motion sickness take sickness pills before departure. Our team is also happy to suggest seating arrangements that may help reduce symptoms.Once again, I sincerely apologize to you. I hope you and your friends are all well.

Winding roads to Muir Woods can cause motion sickness

Janet_W, Apr 2026
First, there were only 2 of us, so it became a private tour, which was really nice. Some group. Good communication from Nora, our guide. Contacted us regarding pick up time and info regarding weather. She was informative and flexible. She changed the itinerary once she saw clear skies do we can appreciate the Golden gate bridge at Battery Spencer. Our drive to Miur Woods was a little rough. The winding roads caused me to developed motion sickness when we arrived at Miur Woods. I am not prone to motion sickness. I didn't really get to enjoy the place as I was now sick. We had asked Nora to drive slower which she did obliged. We ended up not going to Sausalito as I was really feeling very ill. My friend who had been to Sausalito didn't mind . Nora just took us back to the hotel. Otherwise, it should had been a good trip. Just be aware that the winding roads to Muir Woods can trigger motion sickness.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you very much for your feedback! We are so happy to hear you enjoyed the service we've provided! We look forward to welcoming you back on your next visit!

This is probably the best...

Aaron_S, Apr 2026
This is probably the best day trip you can do out of San Francisco if you get lucky on the weather. Every stop is beautiful and let's you walk around tons, hard to pick a favorite spot but it's definitely between the Redwoods and Battery Spencer for us. Our tour guide Nora was great and very personable.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you very much for your feedback! We are so happy to hear you enjoyed the service we've provided! We look forward to welcoming you back on your next visit!

I had an absolutely...

Anjira_B, Mar 2026
I had an absolutely amazing experience visiting Muir Woods National Monument, Sausalito, and Battery Spencer. What made this trip truly special was that I was the only tourist that day, which turned it into a completely personalized experience. I never felt rushed and had plenty of time to explore each location at my own pace—whether it was soaking in the peaceful beauty of the redwoods, strolling around Sausalito, or taking in the breathtaking views of the Golden Gate Bridge from Battery Spencer. A big shoutout to both Nora and Robert who were the guide and the driver for the day—they were fantastic. They were knowledgeable, friendly, and very accommodating, making sure I got the most out of every stop and ensured a smooth, comfortable journey throughout. If you’re looking for a relaxed, flexible, and well-organized trip with excellent service, I highly recommend this experience. It felt less like a tour and more like a perfectly curated private getaway.

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Thank you very much for your feedback! We are so happy to hear you enjoyed the service we've provided! We look forward to welcoming you back on your next visit!

Excellent tour guides

Erin_T, Mar 2026
Peter and Robert were excellent tour guides. They showed us a superb time on our tours. Each stop was a great experience. We enjoyed the personalized service.

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Thank you very much for your feedback! We are so happy to hear you enjoyed the service we've provided! We look forward to welcoming you back on your next visit!

Fantastic trip with Mr Jerry, nice person and informative

Alicia_F, Mar 2026
They should know that it’s a must place to visit Price of the trip was very affordable SFO ITS A VERY BEAUTIFUL CITY to visit!!

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Thank you very much for your feedback! We are so happy to hear you enjoyed the service we've provided! We look forward to welcoming you back on your next visit!

High value and well planned tour

ZhiYang_M, Feb 2026
Our guide Peter was professional and personable, offering detailed explanations throughout the trip. With only two participants that day, it was like having a private, customized tour with a rich tour.

Response from Host, Feb 2026

Thank you very much for your feedback! We are so happy to hear you enjoyed the service we've provided! We look forward to welcoming you back on your next visit!

nice trip

ZHU_J, Feb 2026
The trip was enjoyable. The driver, Peter, was very nice. The whole journey was comfortable, and the weather was great.hope for next time.

Response from Host, Feb 2026

Thank you very much for your feedback! We are so happy to hear you enjoyed the service we've provided! We look forward to welcoming you back on your next visit!

Muir and more

CLAUDE_L, Feb 2026
Very relaxed tour. Did not take the full 10 hours, only about 6 and a half. Responsible for lunch and NP admissions.

Response from Host, Feb 2026

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us following your recent tour. We appreciate your feedback and are glad to hear that you found the tour to be a relaxed experience.Regarding the tour duration, we would like to clarify that the disclosed duration of 10 hours refers to the total time from the scheduled start of the pickup service in the morning until the completion of the drop-off service in the evening, rather than the time spent solely at the attractions. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you on another tour in the future.

Great trip

Sabrina_Z, Jan 2026
Amazing tour from start to finish! The guide was friendly and helpful, and the minibus was clean and comfortable. We had insane stunning views of the golden gate bridge from pacific heights and fort point was a great photo stop. Muir woods was definitely my favorite, the redwoods are absolutely magical. Even I had been here before I still love came back again and again! Sausalito was charming and battery spencer also had breathtaking views. Highly recommend it.

Response from Host, Jan 2026

Thank you very much for your feedback! We are so happy to hear you enjoyed the service we've provided! We look forward to welcoming you back on your next visit!

Hal was...

chris_t, Dec 2025
Hal was wonderful…beautiful experience. The trip was well narrated and enjoyable. Great service and very knowledgeable guide. Went above and beyond. All sites were beautiful

Response from Host, Dec 2025

Thank you very much for your feedback! We are so happy to hear you enjoyed the service we've provided! We look forward to welcoming you back on your next visit!

I loved this September...

jiao_w, Sep 2025
I loved this September tour! The itinerary was rich and well thought out, from passing by elegant Pacific Heights to wandering under the ancient redwoods in Muir Woods. Our guide was professional, informative, and made the day fun. The van was very comfortable and the pace was just right — we had time to enjoy Sausalito and take photos at Battery Spencer. Excellent value for a full-day tour!

Response from Host, Sep 2025

Thank you very much for your feedback! We are so happy to hear you enjoyed the service we've provided! We look forward to welcoming you back on your next visit!

This was one of the best...

Baba_N, Sep 2025
This was one of the best day trips we’ve taken from San Francisco! Early September was ideal for avoiding crowds. The itinerary was packed but never rushed, and our guide was friendly, professional, and full of stories. The van was comfortable, and every stop — from Muir Woods to Battery Spencer — offered amazing views. Sausalito was a lovely bonus with time to explore. Truly memorable!

Response from Host, Sep 2025

Thank you very much for your feedback! We are so happy to hear you enjoyed the service we've provided! We look forward to welcoming you back on your next visit!

Amazing tour! The day was...

Sabrina_Z, Sep 2025
Amazing tour! The day was full of beautiful sights and diverse experiences. Our guide was personable and knew so much about the history and nature of each spot. The vehicle was clean, roomy, and comfortable, which made the longer drives very pleasant. Highlights included Muir Woods, Sausalito, and the panoramic views at Battery Spencer. Every detail was well organized — highly recommend this tour for a full-day adventure!

Response from Host, Sep 2025

Thank you very much for your feedback! We are so happy to hear you enjoyed the service we've provided! We look forward to welcoming you back on your next visit!
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