SAN FRANCISCO
San Francisco’s best days out.
The 15 most popular half-day tours in San Francisco. What each one costs, how long it runs, and who you book it through.
Early-access Muir Woods plus Sausalito free time in a half-day trip from San Francisco, with bridge photo stops and expert guiding from $95.
Most Popular“Johanna was an amazing tour guide, and was very knowledgeable about to area. I really appreciated that transportation was included.”
Half-day San Francisco wine country excursion with a Golden Gate Bridge drive, two winery estate tours, and 3–5 tastings per stop.
“I was privileged enough to be the only person on the tour. Despite that, the tour commenced. Grady was an absolute lovely guide! He was knowledgeable about the history and trivia of the area. He made the tour so much fun. The wineries had very friendly guides, who gave good context on the grape varieties.…”
Small-group afternoon drive past Golden Gate Bridge, Coit Tower, Chinatown, and more, with hotel pickup and live guide commentary.
“The driver / guide Jerry was extremely helpful and knowledgeable of the tour itinerary and gave us a running commentary of the various sights and places we visited including the history and social context. He was entertaining enthusiastic and very friendly.”
Half-day Napa and Sonoma wine tour from San Francisco with Golden Gate views, Sausalito drive-bys, and two wineries with included tastings.
“I enjoyed both wineries and the day was breathtaking! I attended solo and made 2 friends immediately. The tour was good, wine was stellar and tour guides did great. The return trip home was terrible. 2 different groups threw up which dampened our trip just a tad.”
A small-group half-day from San Francisco to Golden Gate Bridge, Muir Woods redwoods, and Sausalito, with hotel pickup and a scenic return.
“Great tour. Muir Woods was great. Excellent tour guide. Buddy was very informative. Very fun tour. Had fun.”
Half-day Napa Valley wine tour from San Francisco with Golden Gate views, two wineries, and up to five tastings per stop for $101.
“The scenery was beautiful and the tour guides at the wineries were very accommodating and attentive. The bus ride over was mostly comfortable and our tour guide was very knowledgeable. The vantage point stop to get pictures of the Golden Gate Bridge was a great addition.”
Escape San Francisco fast: Muir Woods entry, Golden Gate photo stop, Sausalito waterfront, and optional ferry ride for $99.
“A Nice tour. Beautiful walk through the woods especially since we were the only peoplein the park at 0900. I wished that Viator used only one avenue for communication. I found it a little confusing when they used email,text or whatsapp to send me messages. Our stop in Salsileto was to early, most places weren't…”
Half-day wine tour from San Francisco: Golden Gate Bridge views, Marin towns, tastings at 2 wineries, and guided bus narration.
“The guy was pleasant and knowledgeable. I really enjoyed the wineries especially the second one. Very calming and relaxing trip despite the traffic. It seemed we spent most of our time on the bus, so wondered if wineries could be closer together so maybe adding one more would be nice.”
Half-day San Francisco wine country tour with two winery tastings and an estate tour, plus Golden Gate Bridge views and guided bus stories.
“Great guide made the trip delightful. Full if energy and has that way about him that makes you enjoy the experience.”
Get a fast, fun half-day tour of San Francisco’s top sights, from Union Square and Chinatown to Pier 39 and the Golden Gate.
“Buddy was a great guide.”
Half-day San Francisco tour with a local guide, photo stops at Golden Gate Bridge and Twin Peaks, plus neighborhoods like Mission and Haight-Ashbury.
“Super CITY TOUR,um die Stadt bisschen zusehen in nur 4 stunden besonders GOLDEN GATE Brücke und TWIN Peaks ist super!Diese Tour LOHNT 100%!”
Half-day tour by cable car and foot through Nob Hill, City Hall, Castro, the Mission, and Haight-Ashbury, with historic streetcar time.
“Great docent! Stops were great Loved cable car”
Cable cars, parks, and SF landmarks in a small-group half-day. Includes transit and streetcar options, ending in Haight-Ashbury.
“This was the perfect half day walking tour . Jason was a great tour guide . We got to tour San Fran like a local riding cable cars , buses and street car . We learned a lot of history. I recommend this tour for 1st timers”
Half-day Napa and Sonoma wine tour from San Francisco with two guided tastings, a stop at Oakville Grocery, and scenic bay and valley drives.
“Grady was incredible. My wife normally doesn’t like tours, but he made it the best experience even for her. Between his knowledge of the area and fun attitude, we want to come back to take another tour with him. Djono was also a delight at the meeting location/storefront. We had a great day due to…”
Half-day guided wine tour from San Francisco through Marin and Sonoma Valley, with 2 winery tastings and scenic Golden Gate views.
“I’ve expected to learn more about the wineries ( plantation, manufacturing, etc) the tour was just for drinking wines from very small producers from Sonoma/Napa.”
The city, the bay, and the day trips beyond it. Every way to see them.
