SAN FRANCISCO
San Francisco’s best days out.
The 15 most popular city sightseeing tours in San Francisco. What each one costs, how long it runs, and who you book it through.
A small-group San Francisco VW bus tour with hippie and hipster stops, narrated history, and Golden Gate Bridge photos for $85.
Most Popular“This trip was so much fun. It was great seeing the city without having to drive. Our driver (guide) was well informed. I recommend it to everyone. The price was reasonable.”
A Gray Line combo day in San Francisco: guided city highlights plus a self-guided Alcatraz Cell Block audio tour and ferry ride.
“We enjoyed our city tour and our guide Michelle was knowledgeable however it was shorter than we expected with limited time at the stops. The Alcatraz section of the tour was very interesting and fairly well organised. There were some parts of the island that weren't open to tourists and some parts are needing some…”
Ride a retro, long-eyelash Volkswagen bus through San Francisco’s top sights with quick photo stops at Painted Ladies and Golden Gate Bridge.
“Caio was our driver and guide. He was very knowledgeable and quite the safe driver. This trip is a great way to get an overview of the city.”
A small-group day tour mixing Alcatraz ferry, Muir Woods redwoods, and top San Francisco neighborhoods with photo stops and local guide stories.
“Very informative with audio of the city, the drivers were great especially the one the sunset tour at 6.30pm. You need a coat as it’s windy on the bridge”
See San Francisco’s best movie filming spots in 3 hours with a small group, live bus clips, and stops at Golden Gate, Lombard, and Painted Ladies.
“Good sightseeing tour with telling stories about movies and actually see the scenes where it happens.”
Private 4-hour San Francisco highlights tour by air-conditioned bus with Golden Gate Bridge, Golden Gate Park, Twin Peaks, and optional bay cruise.
“We enjoyed getting the history of the important places in San Francisco. We had been in SF once before but did not know the significance of some of the places we visited then. The narrator Michelle was very clear and the driver Thomas did an excellent job of maneuvering the bus through narrow streets.”
Ride a vintage VW bus through San Francisco’s highlights in a small group. Painted Ladies, Lombard Street, Golden Gate views, and more.
“Jim was awesome. This tour made learning the history of SF fun . Just sit back and enjoy the ride . I definitely recommend it to everyone!”
Sonoma in a vintage VW bus. Golden Gate mimosas, three winery tastings, and lunch options at charming stops in Carneros and beyond.
“Professional, ponctual, entertaining, Jim our guide made this experience something to want to do again ! ✌️”
Small-group afternoon drive past Golden Gate Bridge, Coit Tower, Chinatown, and more, with hotel pickup and live guide commentary.
“Buddy did a great job on our sightseeing tour. I feel like I learned a ton about San Francisco and got to see all the sights I wanted to. I’d definitely recommend this tour!”
See San Francisco’s top sights plus **Muir Woods** and **Sausalito** in one day, with redwood entry included and coach comfort.
“The drivers were both good and friendly. There was plenty of time at each stop to see and do anything we wanted to do. We did this tour our first day so we could decide what to do the rest of the trip. Greg (city tour) recommended several places to eat and they ended up…”
Small-group open-air SF highlights plus Alcatraz ferry and audio tour. Hotel pickup, Golden Gate views, and flexible stops.
“Eric was very friendly & professional. He was knowledgeable & considerate. We enjoyed the open sided jeep & appreciated the blankets. Enjoyed the fortune cookie factory. Dropped at the ferry building in good time for Alcatraz. An excellent small group tour”
Ride San Francisco’s cable cars at your pace, hopping from Powell to Chinatown, North Beach, and the Wharf with the Pintours app for flexible sightseeing.
“A really interesting way to see San Fran! The tour was very informative and really unique! Don’t forget to take time to visit the Wharf!”
A guided SF bus tour paired with official Alcatraz admission and audio, taking in Golden Gate views, Twin Peaks, Wharf, Chinatown.
“We purchased a bus tour and Alcatraz Island visit, it was the only way to get the Alcatraz tickets. The bus tour guide was informative but it is not a great way to see the city. Your are on a nice bus driving in the city, all you can do is peer out of the…”
A guided morning drive through San Francisco’s best viewpoints, then an official Alcatraz prison tour with included cellhouse audio.
“Could have done with an hour longer at Alcatraz and an hour less on the tour bus. Our host Don, was very friendly and extremely knowledgeable about the city.”
Private small-bus San Francisco tour with hotel pickup, USB-equipped ride, Painted Ladies and Lombard Street stops, plus craft beer or wine.
“I took my daughters to San Francisco to travel to Napa wineries and visit the city in a long weekend. We were looking for a tour of the city and had a fabulous tour with Josh of the Painted Ladies Private Tour. He had great insight into the city and we got to see all…”
The city, the bay, and the day trips beyond it. Every way to see them.
