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15 Best San Francisco Tours

San Francisco’s best days out.

The 15 best tours in San Francisco. The boat trips, bus loops, bike rides and walking tours most visitors build a trip around.

15 Best San Francisco Tours

Muir Woods and Sausalito (Return by Bus or Ferry) - Muir Woods: How to Use Your 90 Minutes in the Redwoods
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Muir Woods and Sausalito (Return by Bus or Ferry)

1.Muir Woods and Sausalito (Return by Bus or Ferry)

Half-day trip from San Francisco to Muir Woods and Sausalito, with Golden Gate photo stop and optional ferry or bike upgrade.

Most Popular 4.5

“The driver, Don Mertle, was excellent. Had good stories and drove the winding, twisty roads up Sausalito to Muir Woods without missing a beat. The woods, the tour, the ferry back to San Francisco and especially the Waymo cabs were great (look up the Waymo cabs; you gotta try them.)!”

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Big Bus SF: Hop-on Hop-off Tour with 17 Stops and Sunset Option - How to ride smart: seats, earbuds, and not getting lost at stops
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Big Bus SF: Hop-on Hop-off Tour with 17 Stops and Sunset Option

2.Big Bus SF: Hop-on Hop-off Tour with 17 Stops and Sunset Option

Ride Big Bus SF’s Red Route for 17 stops across the city, with open-deck views, earbuds commentary, and optional sunset add-ons.

4.0

“I love the fact that there was ear buds to hear to your guide because I’m sure I would not have been able to hear a live person if they were talking…. Also, it was very informative.”

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Napa and Sonoma Wine Country Full-Day Tour from San Francisco - Roche Winery: barrel tastings and a family-run feel
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Napa and Sonoma Wine Country Full-Day Tour from San Francisco

3.Napa and Sonoma Wine Country Full-Day Tour from San Francisco

San Francisco to Napa and Sonoma in one full day with included tastings, Golden Gate photo stops, and free time in Sonoma Plaza.

4.5

“This wine tour was phenomenal from start to finish! We went as a group to celebrate a friend’s birthday, and it exceeded every expectation. The three wineries were excellent, with generous tastings and beautiful experiences at each stop. Our tour guide, Thomas, was outstanding—professional, engaging, and incredibly knowledgeable about the wineries and their history. Everything…”

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Small Group Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Day Trip from San Francisco - Tunnel View and Bridalveil Fall: classic Yosemite angles, timed right
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Small Group Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Day Trip from San Francisco

4.Small Group Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Day Trip from San Francisco

Small-group Yosemite and Giant Sequoias day trip from San Francisco with a 15-person cap, big photo stops, and guided history.

5.0

“Kurt is an excellent guide—very professional, dedicated, and thoughtful. We had a wonderful time visiting Yosemite with him. Throughout the trip, he shared a lot of interesting and informative commentary, and he always greeted everyone politely when getting on and off the bus. He is very considerate and attentive to the group. Along the way,…”

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Yosemite Highlights & Giant Sequoias Day Tour from San Francisco - Tunnel View, Bridalveil Fall, and the fast photo circuit
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Yosemite Highlights & Giant Sequoias Day Tour from San Francisco

5.Yosemite Highlights & Giant Sequoias Day Tour from San Francisco

Early-entry Yosemite and Tuolumne sequoias day trip from San Francisco with hotel pickup, expert guide stops at Tunnel View, and time to hike.

4.5

“Great tour guide. Great trip. The only thing bad about the whole experience was the bus. This bus is not made for long distance travel. It’s a bus to take around the airport. I might have to go see a chiropractor after this ride. No but seriously it rides so rough it’s not even funny.”

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San Francisco Super Saver: Muir Woods & Wine Country w/ optional Gourmet Lunch - Muir Woods: how to make one hour feel like more
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San Francisco Super Saver: Muir Woods & Wine Country w/ optional Gourmet Lunch

6.San Francisco Super Saver: Muir Woods & Wine Country w/ optional Gourmet Lunch

A full day pairing Muir Woods redwoods with three Napa/Sonoma tastings and a Golden Gate photo stop, with optional gourmet lunch.

4.5

“We enjoyed a wonderful tour on Sunday with Ben. We started with a relaxing serene walk through the beautiful Muir Woods. A small grove of redwoods just outside the city. It's a great place to get your zen on!! I wish it had been a smaller group but Ben did a very good job while…”

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San Francisco: Hop-On Hop-Off Open-top Sightseeing Tour - Ticket value: how $63 turns into 24 or 48 hours of freedom
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San Francisco: Hop-On Hop-Off Open-top Sightseeing Tour

7.San Francisco: Hop-On Hop-Off Open-top Sightseeing Tour

Hop on San Francisco’s open-top Big Bus loop with digital commentary, unlimited stops, and standout views of the Golden Gate and Fisherman’s Wharf.

4.5

“I loved the tour and honestly should have bought the two day ticket as the city has so much to explore. The bus frequency is very good and easy to access. It covers all the main spots and the audio guide is fun and immersive. Would highly recommend, especially for solo female travelers like me.”

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San Francisco Love Tour - Haight-Ashbury to Union Square: music legend stories and downtown contrasts
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San Francisco Love Tour

8.San Francisco Love Tour

A small-group San Francisco VW bus tour with hippie and hipster stops, narrated history, and Golden Gate Bridge photos for $85.

5.0

“The tour guide was wonderful, both friendly and knowledgeable. I would recommend this to anyone coming to San Francisco.”

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San Francisco: Alcatraz Ticket, Ferry, & Self-Guided App - Ticket line reality check: skip the line, then plan for a quick exchange
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San Francisco: Alcatraz Ticket, Ferry, & Self-Guided App

Combo Tour: Alcatraz Island and San Francisco Grand City Tour - Coach Day: Union Square Pickup to Scenic Drives and Photo Stops
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Combo Tour: Alcatraz Island and San Francisco Grand City Tour

Monterey, Carmel and 17-Mile Drive: Full Day Tour from SF - Pigeon Point Light Station: tallest lighthouse vibes with a short beach chance
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Monterey, Carmel and 17-Mile Drive: Full Day Tour from SF

Painted Ladies San Francisco City Tour - The retro feel: 1960s and 1970s songs and a guide who drives the story
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Painted Ladies San Francisco City Tour

12.Painted Ladies San Francisco City Tour

Ride a retro, long-eyelash Volkswagen bus through San Francisco’s top sights with quick photo stops at Painted Ladies and Golden Gate Bridge.

5.0

“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.”

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San Francisco City Lights Cruise (2-hours) - Sunset or city lights: how the cruise changes by season
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San Francisco City Lights Cruise (2-hours)

San Francisco: Muir Woods and Sausalito Half-Day Trip - Muir Woods: the reason this tour is worth your time
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San Francisco: Muir Woods and Sausalito Half-Day Trip

14.San Francisco: Muir Woods and Sausalito Half-Day Trip

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.

4.6

“The tour was on time, early in the money. Lawton was out tour guide, very knowledgeable about the history of San Francisco and the bay area. He was nice, gave us all the instructions clearly, in good english, easy to follow. I recommended this tour. In the way back you can return using the ferry,…”

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San Francisco: Golden Gate Bay Cruise (60 Minutes) - One Hour of Sights: The Route in Plain English
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San Francisco: Golden Gate Bay Cruise (60 Minutes)

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