San Francisco Fire Engine Tour
Recommended by 96% of travelers
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San Francisco, USA
- 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Enjoy a unique way to explore San Francisco on this tour via vintage fire engine. Suit up in a firefighter jacket before setting off. Your driver-guide narrates the tour from Fisherman's Wharf through the Presidio and across the Golden Gate Bridge to charming Sausalito. This small-group San Francisco fire engine tour is limited to 10 passengers to keep things personal.
- Tour San Francisco on a vintage fire engine on this unique tour
- Check off the city's top attractions, and enjoy unimpeded views
- Discover the Presidio, the Golden Gate Bridge, and more
- This small-group tour offers a more personal way to travel
What's Included
- 90-minute narrated fire engine tour
- Use of firefighter jacket
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 650 Beach St, San Francisco, CA 94109, USA
The Cannery at Fisherman's Wharf at the foot of Columbus Avenue 650 Beach St at the foot of Columbus Avenue (back side of The Cannery Building)
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
Meet your guide at Fisherman's Wharf to begin your small-group San Francisco fire engine tour. Board your shiny Mack fire truck, a vintage red engine with an open top for optimal viewing. Feel like a true firefighter as you slip into authentic gear to keep warm, then travel around San Francisco in old-fashioned style.
Motor through the Presidio and then see Fort Point before crossing over the postcard-perfect Golden Gate Bridge. Enjoy photo ops of San Francisco Bay, the city skyline, and the bridge’s twin spires—fog-wrapped or glistening in the sun—as you make your way to the bayside village of Sausalito.
Make a photo stop at Fort Baker before heading back over the bridge. Ride through boutique-strewn Union Street in the Cow Hollow neighborhood and return to Fisherman’s Wharf, where your tour ends.
Motor through the Presidio and then see Fort Point before crossing over the postcard-perfect Golden Gate Bridge. Enjoy photo ops of San Francisco Bay, the city skyline, and the bridge’s twin spires—fog-wrapped or glistening in the sun—as you make your way to the bayside village of Sausalito.
Make a photo stop at Fort Baker before heading back over the bridge. Ride through boutique-strewn Union Street in the Cow Hollow neighborhood and return to Fisherman’s Wharf, where your tour ends.
Fisherman's Wharf (Pass By)
Presidio of San Francisco (Pass By)
Union Street (Pass By)
Golden Gate Bridge (Pass By)
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Fort Baker
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Marin Headlands (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Children under age 17 must be accompanied by a paying adult.
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.8
based on 324 reviews
Josephine_G, Mar 2026
It was great and very informative. Highly recommend. Driver very kindly took us back to the cruise terminal
Response from Host, Mar 2026
We're so glad you came and loved having you!
Denise_C, Dec 2025
Pretty fun ..phantom fire engine ..offers holiday lights tour too ..smiles old time fun ..harkens old marina wharf Italy
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Thanks for joining us!
Julie_E, Oct 2025
Fun from start time to finish great why to see Golden Gate Bridge. Felt special everyone wave and cars beep and trolley busses ding their bells at you. Super guys in John and Don
Response from Host, Oct 2025
We loved having you, thanks for joining us!!
Tracey_A, Jul 2025
What a great tour guide and driver was great fun got to see some great sites my only wish and this just a personal preference I wish we could of stopped and get our photo take with the truck and the Golden Gate Bridge in the back ground
Response from Host, Jul 2025
Thanks so much for your feedback, that's something we'll have to consider! Come again!
Barry_J, Jul 2025
This was a different and fun way to experience parts of San Francisco. The driver & guide were excellent with a great commentary provided. The fire engine drew lots of waves & smiles from onlookers. Highly recommend to anyone who wants a novel tour.
Response from Host, Jul 2025
We had so much much fun having you with us!
Nicole_R, Jun 2025
Wonderful experience! It is a great way to see the city and experience San Francisco. Our tour guides were fantastic! Definitely gets a bit windy in bridge so dress warm!
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Thank you for coming on board, we loved having you!
Bruce_W, Oct 2024
We were impressed with the historical knowledge shared with us by both Sean and John. We had a great lesson on the founding and establishment of San Francisco over the years. Sean's never-ending stories of individual buildings and locations were an experience we won't forget! Equally impressive was John's driving skills and the tender care he displayed to the magnificent 1955 Mack fire tender. We were taken to places of amazing interest and exposed to history in a way we never expected. Please keep up the great work - a credit to San Francisco!
Response from Host, Oct 2024
Thanks so much for joining us, we loved having you!
suepenfold, Sep 2024
John & Gail our tour guides, were fantastic. Great tour, fabulous vista points. & just a great way to tout the area.
Response from Host, Oct 2024
We loved having you, thanks for coming!
David_J, Aug 2024
Fantastic trip around San Fran, definitely recommend it. Guides were great, knowledgeable and made it fun
Response from Host, Aug 2024
We loved having you!
Tanianott, Aug 2024
This is such a fun tour the guides are friendly and helpful. They give you fire jackets as it gets really cold especially going over the bridge it was freezing and blowing wind. There was a lot of fog on the bridge also. I would definitely recommend this tour especially if you have little children they will love this
Response from Host, Aug 2024
Thank you for joining us!!
Hilary_H, Jul 2024
Shawn and John were so fun! It was great to learn so much about San Francisco and hear Jungle Cruise style dad jokes along the way. We highly recommend this ride to everyone!
Response from Host, Jul 2024
Thank you so much for joining us, we loved having you!!
Chris_B, Jun 2024
What an amazing experience. Highly recommended. One of the best tours you can get in San Francisco. We will be back for sure. Thank you again for an amazing tour
Response from Host, Jul 2024
We had so much fun with you!
Heather_H, Jun 2024
Sean and John were incredibly polite, kind and accomodating. I loved this tour because they take you through all of the beautiful parts of San Francisco -- and even the fog made everything even more amazing. Sean was super nice and helped with photos and answered all our questions. Highly recommended!
Response from Host, Jul 2024
Please come back again one day!
Philippa_M, May 2024
Sean and John were brilliant, we had a great tour with them and I’d highly recommend this tour as one to do when in San Francisco
Response from Host, Jul 2024
Thank you so much for choosing us, we loved having you!
GARETH_B, Mar 2024
Well worth it, great experience, very nice people operating the tour with tons of information and wit. An experience not to be missed
Paul_R, Nov 2023
Great experience staff very knowledgeable worth every penny thoroughly enjoyed saw all the main attractions
Response from Host, Nov 2023
Thank you so much for joining us, we loved having you!
julielaidler, Nov 2023
We were visiting San Francisco for the 1st time as we were celebrating my partners 50th birthday & wanted to do something special. Vicky & John who were our host/driver were fantastic, they shared the history stories with us & pointed out places of interest. Nothing was too much trouble they were happy to answer any questions along with taking photo's for everyone. Would highly recommend
Response from Host, Nov 2023
We're so happy you and enjoyed yourselves, we loved having you!!
GaynorStevens_S, Oct 2023
It was the second time we did the Fire Engine Tour and was fabulous once again.
The first time with 2 grandson and their parents, this time it was our family of 7, all from Adelaide, South Australia.
It is fun dressed in a fire man's jacket driving over the Golden Gate Bridge.
Try it, you will love it.
Response from Host, Oct 2023
Thank you so much for joining us again, we hope to see you and your family next time!
Delilah_W, Aug 2023
The tour was fantastic! Lots of views with a well narrated trip. Please be advised, the brochure states that you should "dress warmly", PLEASE do that! You will be riding in the back end of a antique fire truck with no wind break.
Response from Host, Oct 2023
Thank you for coming with us on that chilly San Francisco day!
Melissa_S, Aug 2023
Fabulous experience on our fire truck tour. Absolutely 10/10 would recommend. Our guide was funny and informative and we got some spectacular views and photos of the bridge. It helped we had a beautiful sunny day as we were told it can get quite foggy some of the time.
Response from Host, Oct 2023
We loved having you, come again!
Daniel_L, Aug 2023
Vicky and John were a lot of fun, informative and a great way to see the city and Golden Gate Bridge. Definitely recommend
Response from Host, Oct 2023
John and Vicky loved having you on the tour!
Michael_G, Aug 2023
Information about the city and the history, as well as the sights and attractions of San Francisco. Guide & driver were great!
Response from Host, Oct 2023
Thank you for including us in your travels!
KM_D, Aug 2023
We had the most wonderful experience with Kyra and John, taking us around the main attractions of San Francisco, including some places with no crowds.
The views were incredible, John and Kyra were so knowledgeable and we saw the sights of a beautiful city from so many perspectives.
This tour is not just for kids, its for everyone. A hidden gem!!!!
I would take this tour again without hesitation.
Response from Host, Aug 2023
Thanks so much for coming, come again!
Ronald_M, Aug 2023
Fantastic outing. So much better than anticipated.
Kyra was very entertaining and informative. Loved her spirit.
John was professional and very safety conscious. Exactly what you want in a driver.
Adequate stops and good sightseeing.
Highly recommend this tour.
Response from Host, Aug 2023
Thank you for joining, we loved having you!
Rebecca_A, Aug 2023
Kara and John are incredible tour guides!! This was the highlight of our trip and they went above and beyond!! I highly recommend anyone who wants to experience a tour in San Francisco to choose this one!! You won’t regret it!!
Response from Host, Aug 2023
Thanks so much for coming!!
Heidi_R, Jul 2023
Great experience and fun guides! Saw many neighborhoods and heard many interesting facts. Recommend!
Response from Host, Jul 2023
Thank you so much for joining us!
Jayne_T, Jun 2023
Amazing tour!! The guide and driver were fabulous.
Highly recommend this tour as it covers so much and is excellent value for money
Response from Host, Jul 2023
We appreciate you choosing to join us and loved having you!
Christina_B, May 2023
We had a wonderful time on this tour.
John and AJ were each fantastic and, even though this was my third trip to San Francisco, I learned so much I had never known. There were locals on the tour as well and they agreed.
We all felt like celebrities riding around in this beautiful antique fire truck-so many people taking photos of “us” and waving as we toured the city.
Hint: bring a windbreaker, even if it seems warm, the ride back and forth over Golden Gate Bridge will be chilly and a windbreaker will work better than a sweatshirt/hoodie.
Response from Host, Jun 2023
Thanks so much for joining us, we loved having you!
Thomas_C, Apr 2023
Great tour. Driver and guide were excellent. We learned and saw so much of San Francisco. Well worth the cost!!!!
Response from Host, May 2023
We're so glad you joined us, we loved having you!
yuckyegg, Apr 2023
AJ & John were absolutely fabulous. What a fun time we had and AJ’s singing just made the day 🤣 commentary was knowledgeable and informative last just an amazing trip. Thank you
Response from Host, Apr 2023
AJ & John loved having you, thank you for joining!!
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