Sightseeing in San Francisco, CA
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San Francisco City Tour
by Gray Line San FranciscoThere’s so much to see in San Francisco that driving from location to location on your own might not be your idea of a good time. So jump on a bus and leave the hassle of navigating to someone else while you get to know ‘Frisco. This tour takes you to a number of famous San Francisco highlights while offering you insight into the city’s unique culture from its beginnings to present day. Learn about Union Square, Nob Hill, Chinatown, Fisherman’s Wharf, Golden Gate Park and other points of interest in this fascinating city. Your tour also makes a stop at Vista Point to get up close and personal with San Francisco’s Golden Gate Bridge. Then grab your camera, because you’ll want to capture the best view of the city when you stop at Twin Peaks. Located near the city’s geographical center, Twin Peaks offers excellent panoramic views of San Francisco as well as the bay and even the ocean beyond. Highlights Tour of San Francisco in a 75-passenger motorcoach Learn about Victorian houses, Civic Center, Union Square, Nob Hill, cable cars, Chinatown, North Beach, Coit Tower, Fisherman’s Wharf, Marina District, Palace of Fine Arts, the Presidio, Golden Gate Park, Twin Peaks, Golden Gate Bridge and more. Includes stops at Vista Point and Twin Peaks for photo opportunities Departs daily at 9:15am, 11:15am and 2:15pm and lasts for approximately 3.5 hours Getting to Your Activity You can either meet your bus at Gray Line’s headquarters at Pier 41 at Fisherman’s Wharf, or arrange a hotel pick up and drop off.
San Francisco, CA
$43 USD Per Adult (12-64) -
Muir Woods & Sausalito Tour with Return Ferry
by Gray Line San FranciscoThis tour takes you to impressive Muir Woods and lovely Sausalito in the comfort of a sightseeing bus and then invites you to enjoy a voyage back to San Francisco via ferry, giving you even more time to investigate Sausalito. First, you’ll cross the dynamic Golden Gate Bridge and leave the bustling city behind. The Muir Woods National Monument is straight ahead. Spend some time in this redwood grove and walk the “Nature Trail” path, which directs you deep within this impressive old-growth coastal forest. Then you’re off to investigate the seaside community of Sausalito. This picturesque place boasts cliff-dangling classic cottages and houseboat communities. Take your time exploring village shops, meandering through art galleries and perhaps chatting with an artisan. Be sure to satisfy your hunger with a fresh meal at one of Sausalito’s many waterfront restaurants, where you’ll enjoy a striking view of San Francisco across the bay. Then get on board and relax during your short ferry ride back to San Francisco. Highlights Tour to Muir Woods and Sausalito in a 75-person motorcoach Drive over the Golden Gate Bridge Stop at Muir Woods’ nature trail and spend time wandering downtown Sausalito Ferry return means you can spend more time in Sausalito Departs daily at 9:15am, with return time varying Last ferry leaves Sausalito at 2:45pm on weekdays and 4:55pm on weekends and holidays Getting to Your Activity You can either meet your bus at Gray Line’s headquarters at Pier 41 at Fisherman’s Wharf, or arrange a hotel pick up. Keep in mind that you’ll have to get back to your hotel on your own if returning by ferry.
San Francisco, CA
$55 USD Per Adult (12-64) -
Monterey/Carmel & 17-Mile Drive and Monterey Bay Aquarium
by Gray Line San FranciscoBundle a scenic 17-Mile Drive tour with a stop at the renowned Monterey Bay Aquarium. From the heart of San Francisco, you’ll head south along Highway 1, through the seaside town of Santa Cruz. This scenic stretch of road skirts the Pacific, offering you eye-catching seascape with every bend in the road. Planned stops include Steinbeck’s Cannery Row in Monterey, vista points along the 17-Mile Drive, and the art and restaurant district of Carmel. Then you’ll have the chance to explore the Monterey Bay Aquarium, home to over 250,000 creatures. Stroll through an aviary, be amused by the penguins, and catch sight of assorted California sea life in the million gallon Outer Bay display. On your way back to San Francisco, you’ll travel inland through Silicon Valley, home to some of the most influential high-tech companies in the world. Highlights Narrated tour down Highway 1 to Monterey Bay on a 55-person motorcoach Stops at Steinbeck’s Cannery Row in Monterey, vista points along the 17-Mile Drive and Carmel Admission to the Monterey Bay Aquarium Tour also includes time to explore Monterey Bay and Carmel on your own Departs daily May-October, and daily except Tuesday and Thursday from November-April Departs at 9:15am and lasts for approximately 11 hours Getting to Your Activity You can either meet your bus at Gray Line’s headquarters at Pier 41 at Fisherman’s Wharf, or arrange a hotel pick up and drop off.
San Francisco, CA
$83 USD Per Adult (12-64) -
Yosemite in a Day by Motorcoach
by Gray Line San FranciscoDawn is preparing to shed the first light on San Francisco. You’re atop the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge, sitting comfortably in a tour coach, thinking of the natural splendor you’re about to visit: Yosemite National Park. This full-day tour offers you the chance to experience a most cherished natural wonder without the stress of navigating during the 200-mile drive to this national park. Take a rest stop at Central Valley, California’s agricultural hub. Once you arrive at the Yosemite, you’ll enjoy a narrated tour as an introduction to the park’s granite cliffs, waterfalls, and massive sequoia. After your tour, you’ll have time to do your own thing: hike, shop or dine in Yosemite Village before your driver transports you back to San Francisco in time for dinner. Highlights Travel to Yosemite National Park in a 55-passenger motorcoach Stop for refreshments in Central Valley Enjoy a guided tour of Yosemite as you arrive Tour also includes time to explore Yosemite on your own Price includes park entrance fee Departs daily May-October, and on Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday November-April Departs at 7:00am, and lasts for approximately 14 hours Drive time from San Francisco to Yosemite is approximately 4-5 hours each way Is This Activity Right for Me? This tour uses a larger 55-person vehicle. If you’d like to visit Yosemite with a smaller group, try this Yosemite Valley tour. Yosemite National Park is a four to five-hour drive away and this tour lasts about 14 hours. If you’d like to take a shorter wilderness tour while in San Francisco, Muir Woods, a protected Redwood grove, is only a short drive away. Try this half-day Muir Woods trip, or a Muir Woods and Sausalito tour. Getting to Your Activity You can either meet your bus at Gray Line’s headquarters at Pier 41 at Fisherman’s Wharf, or arrange a hotel pick up and drop off.
San Francisco, CA
$128 USD Per Adult (12-64) -
Wine and Redwoods
by Extranomical ToursExperience two California classics on this trip: Muir Woods and wineries in the Sonoma Valley. Board a van or small bus and head across the Golden Gate Bridge to visit Muir Woods. Take in views of massive Redwoods, feel moisture in the air, breathe the distinctive aroma of damp soil underfoot, and enjoy a calming stillness as you explore the trails. Next is a mini tour of Sonoma wine country, only about an hours’ drive from downtown San Francisco. Since you’ve left the driving to a professional, you can take in the scenic wine country and do tastings without worrying about getting behind the wheel. You’ll visit two distinct wineries, each with their own charisma, and tastings here are complimentary. Between your wine tastings, you’ll stop at Sonoma’s Healdsburg Plaza where quaint shops, eateries and of course, tasting rooms, offer you lots to explore. Your day concludes with a jaunt through the charming, artistic seaside town of Sausalito. Here, you may choose to enjoy a ferry ride back to downtown San Francisco, or stay on the tour to take in a stunning view of the City by the Bay from a bluff near the Golden Gate Bridge before you are dropped off at your hotel. Highlights Enjoy a narrated tour aboard a smaller vehicle, ranging from a 13-passenger van to 35-person coach Drive across the Golden Gate Bridge Take a walk through Muir Woods Visit at least two separate Sonoma wineries, such as Jacuzzi Family Vineyards, Chateau St. Jean, Cline Cellars, Loxton Cellars, Homewood Winery, Viansa Winery, Schug Winery, Kenwood Vineyards, VJB Vineyards & Cellars and Valley of the Moon Your stop at Muir Woods, each winery and the Healdsburg Plaza is about 45 minutes to one hour Visit Sausalito. You have the option to take the bus back to San Francisco, or stay in Sausalito and take the ferry back to Fisherman’s Wharf This tour departs daily at 8:00am and returns you to your downtown San Francisco hotel at approximately 5:30pm This activity is not available January 1st or December 25th Is This Activity Right for Me? This tour is only appropriate for guests aged 21 and over. This trip combines a visit to Muir Woods and at least two wineries. If you would like to just visit Muir Woods, try this Muir Woods tour, or a Muir Woods and Sausalito tour. If you’d like to just visit wineries, there is a California Wine Excursion or a California Wine Lovers tour. Getting to Your Activity This tour offers pick up and drop off at most downtown San Francisco hotels. If your hotel is out of the pick-up range, the default location is Parc 55 at 55 Cyril Mangin Street in Union Square.
San Francisco, CA
$88 USD Per Person (12+) -
Monterey Explorer
by Extranomical ToursMake the most of your day of discovery by letting a professional take hold of the wheel on this customizable tour to Monterey. Your day commences with dynamic shoreline views as you skirt the raging Pacific along Highway 1. Once you arrive in historic Monterey, you’ll have plenty of time to peruse charming boutiques, investigate meandering brick walkways, and enjoy a fresh lunch at one of Cannery Row’s eateries. If marine life interests you, here’s your chance to visit the well-respected Monterey Bay Aquarium. You’ll drive through Pacific Grove, celebrated for its Monarch butterflies and immaculate Victorian homes. Then, stunning coastal vistas are revealed as you follow the scenic 17-Mile Drive through Del Monte Forest. You’ll catch sight of magnificent homes and the Monterey Cypress, whose limbs are sculpted into whimsical shapes by the unyielding Pacific breeze. Of course, you’ll see the famous Lone Cypress Tree, and there will also be time to visit the pro shop and see the legendary 18th green at the renowned Pebble Beach Golf Course. You also have the option to visit Carmel-by-the-Sea with its white-sand beaches and boutiques. Highlights Travel to Monterey and Carmel in a smaller vehicle; sizes range from a 13-passenger van to a 35-passenger bus This tour has optional short stops in Half Moon Bay or Santa Cruz Have ample time to explore Monterey and Carmel on your own Stops and narration may include Pacific Grove, Monterey Bay, Monterey Aquarium, Cannery Row, 17 Mile Drive, Del Monte Forest, Spyglass Hill, the Lone Cypress, Pebble Beach Village, Carmel-by-the-Sea, Carmel Mission and more Have a stop you’d like to visit? Let your guide know and they will do their best to accommodate Tour departs daily at 8:00am and runs for 10 hours returning you at 6:30PM Getting to Your Activity This tour offers pick up and drop off at most downtown San Francisco hotels. If your hotel is out of the pick-up range, the default location is Parc 55 at 55 Cyril Mangin Street in Union Square.
San Francisco, CA
$137 USD Per Person (12+) -
Advanced Hills Segway Tour
by Electric Tour CompanyFlex your Segway skills by tackling some of San Francisco’s famous hills and winding streets. After a quick refresher course, your tour will take you along the San Francisco waterfront and then up the slopes of Russian Hill, where you’ll learn about this ritzy neighbourhood’s interesting history and catch a glimpse of some of San Francisco’s many hidden stairways and pedestrian lanes, not to mention great views of the bay. Up next is a real treat: a ride down Lombard Street, the world’s most crooked street, as you make your way to North Beach and Telegraph Hill. Once you’ve come full circle back to the waterfront, you’ll have put your Segway tactics to the test while learning about this beautiful California city. Highlights Narrated tour designed for experienced Segway riders Tackle some of San Francisco’s legendary hills and streets, including Lombard Street, the crookedest street in the world You’ll be given a radio receiver, so you can easily hear your guide’s commentary Total tour time is 2.5 hours, including the 25-30 minute refresher course This tour departs daily at 10:30am from April to October and daily at 3pm from November to March Is This Activity Right for Me? Guests must be at least 12 years of age and weigh between 100 and 250 pounds. Due to safety concerns, pregnant riders are not permitted. It also involves standing for two hours and being able to get on and off the Segway without assistance. If you think any of these requirements might be barriers for you, we suggest checking out one of the many bus tours of San Francisco, such as the Sensational City Tour, Double-Decker Motorized Cable Car tour, Trolley Hop or City Insiders Tour. This advanced rider tour requires that you have taken at least one other one-hour Segway tour in the past year. If you haven’t, there’s a range of other Segway tours more oriented to first-timers, such as the Wharf and Waterfront, Golden Gate Park, or private Sausalito tours. Want to tour the city on two wheels, but not interested in Segways? Check out the Golden Gate to Sausalito electric bike tour, where you can ride across the bridge. Getting to Your Activity This tour departs from the parking lot at 757 Hyde Street, near the Hyde Street Pier.
San Francisco, CA
$65 USD Per Person -
Alcatraz/Segway Tour Combo
by Electric Tour CompanyPair an exciting Segway tour of San Francisco’s waterfront with a visit to one of the city’s most infamous attractions: Alcatraz, a former federal prison that once housed criminals like Al Capone, George “Machine Gun” Kelley and Robert “The Birdman” Stroud. Your combo package will include a guided Segway tour around Fisherman’s Wharf and other waterfront attractions as well as a trip to Alcatraz, located only a 10-minute ferry ride from the wharf. Once you arrive at Alcatraz, you can enjoy an award-winning audio tour of this popular penitentiary as you wander through the now-crumbling structures at your own pace. Alcatraz sailings often book up well in advance, so opting for this combo package is a great way to ensure you get to see this isolated island attraction on top of getting a great overview of San Francisco’s quirky waterfront. Is This Activity Right for Me? Guests must be at least 12 years of age and weigh between 100 and 250 pounds. Due to safety concerns, pregnant riders are not permitted. It also involves standing for two hours and being able to get on and off the Segway without assistance. If you think any of these requirements might be barriers for you, we suggest checking out one of the many bus tours of San Francisco, such as the Sensational City Tour, Double-Decker Motorized Cable Car tour, Trolley Hop or City Insiders Tour. This advanced rider tour requires that you have taken at least one other one-hour Segway tour in the past year. If you haven’t, there’s a range of other Segway tours more oriented to first-timers, such as the Wharf and Waterfront and Golden Gate Park tours. Want to tour the city on two wheels, but not interested in Segways? Check out the Golden Gate to Sausalito electric bike tour, where you can ride across the bridge. Opt for a morning Segway tour with an afternoon Alcatraz departure or an evening Segway tour with a morning Alcatraz departure. Your Segway tour will last 2.5 hours, including a driving lesson, and will take you along Fisherman’s Wharf and the San Francisco waterfront. Between the Segway tour and Alcatraz guests will be given a 1 – 1.5 hour break. The Alcatraz portion of the tour lasts 3 hours. A Segway is a self-balancing, personal transportation device designed to go anywhere people do. Easy to use and operate, the two-wheeled Segway sports high-tech gyroscopes that monitor your balance 100 times a second and automatically respond to your body’s movements. Guests on the Segway tour must be at least 12 years of age and weigh a between 100 and 250 pounds.
San Francisco, CA
$88 USD Per Person -
Foreign Language San Francisco City Tour
by Gray Line San FranciscoGray Line wants guests from around the globe to enjoy discovering San Francisco, so they put together this narrated foreign language tour. You’ll get on board their iconic red double-decker bus and take pleasure in listening to the city’s unique history, learn of its culture, and investigate its landmarks via audio headset. First, you’ll head off to Golden Gate Park for a visit to the Japanese Tea Gardens or the Botanical Gardens. Next, cruise along the powerful Pacific and stop for a dynamic view at Cliff House, which is perched strategically on jagged rock, overlooking the sea. Get your camera ready! Sites you’ll see throughout your to include the Civic Center, the Opera House and Old Mission Dolores, where San Francisco was founded. You’ll also enjoy a view of the Presidio overlooking San Francisco Bay and catch sight of Alcatraz before passing over the impressive Golden Gate Bridge. Next stop; Vista Point North for breathtaking views! As your exploration of San Francisco wraps up, you’ll see Fisherman Wharf and Pier 39. Highlights Comprehensive tour of San Francisco on a 75-person motorcoach Language options include French, Spanish, Japanese, Italian, German, and Korean See the Civic Center, the Opera House, Old Mission Dolores, Twin Peaks, Golden Gate Park, Cliff House, the Presidio, Pier 39, Fisherman’s Wharf, great views of Alcatraz and the San Francisco Bay and more Drive across the Golden Gate Bridge Stop at Twin Peaks, Vista Point North and Golden Gate Park to visit the Japanese Tea Garden (admission not included) or Botanical Gardens Departs at 9:15am daily and lasts approximately about 3.5 hours Getting to Your Activity You can either meet your bus at Gray Line’s headquarters at Pier 41 at Fisherman’s Wharf, or arrange a hotel pick up and drop off.
San Francisco, CA
$43 USD Per Adult (12-64) -
Muir Woods & Sausalito
by Gray Line San FranciscoJust across the Golden Gate Bridge, you’ll find magical Muir Woods and the charming seaside community of Sausalito. Visit both of these spots on this comprehensive tour. First, your motorcoach will transport you to Muir Woods, which President Roosevelt established as a National Monument over 100 years ago. You’ll have the chance to stroll the “Nature Trail” that leads into the core this coastal redwood forest, one of the few left in the country. Next you’ll head to the community of Sausalito. Its cliff-dangling classic cottages and houseboat communities lend a charming ambiance to this creative California gem. Meander through its boutiques, stroll its art galleries, or grab a fresh meal at one of its many waterfront restaurants. Be sure to look across the bay and you’ll catch a captivating view of San Francisco. Highlights Tour to Muir Woods and Sausalito in a 75-person motorcoach Drive over the Golden Gate Bridge Stop at Muir Woods’ nature trail and spend time wandering downtown Sausalito Departs daily at 9:15am and 2:15pm and lasts approximately 3.5 hours Getting to Your Activity You can either meet your bus at Gray Line’s headquarters at Pier 41 at Fisherman’s Wharf, or arrange a hotel pick up and drop off.
San Francisco, CA
$46 USD Per Adult (12-64) -
Wine Country Tour
by Gray Line San FranciscoSpend an eventful day travelling over rolling hills, through beautiful forest and alongside dynamic cliffs, exploring the wineries of Sonoma and Napa Counties all along the way. You’ll enjoy a winery tour, complimentary wine tastings, and even time for lunch. Because you’ll be relaxing in the comfort of a bus instead of navigating, you’ll have plenty of time to absorb the aroma, flavor and diverse landscape of California’s wine hub. Due to its microclimates, Sonoma County produces an extensive variety of wines. And thanks to Napa’s rich volcanic soil, exceptional grapes become some of the most loved wine in the world. From your first tasting to gift shop visits and a casual fresh lunch, discovering California’s wine region is most enjoyable. Highlights Guided bus tour of wineries in Sonoma and Napa counties in a 55-passenger motorcoach Wineries normally visited include Cline Cellars (Sonoma), Jacuzzi Family Vineyards (Sonoma), Madonna Estate (Napa) and occasionally Sutter Home Winery (Napa) Lunch stop at either Sonoma’s historic square or Yountville’s Vintage 1870 Departs daily at 9:15am, and lasts for approximately 9 hours Is This Activity Right for Me? You must be 21 or over to participate in this tour. This tour uses a larger motorcoach and has an established winery route. If you’d prefer a smaller tour with more flexibility, try the California Wine Lovers tour. If you’d like to pair your wine touring with a visit to the Muir Woods redwood grove, check out the <a href=“http://www.travergence.com/places/59/activities/1017” Muir Woods and Wineries tour. Getting to Your Activity You can either meet your bus at Gray Line’s headquarters at Pier 41 at Fisherman’s Wharf, or arrange a hotel pick up and drop off.
San Francisco, CA
$62 USD Per Adult (12-64) -
Monterey/Carmel & 17-Mile Drive
by Gray Line San FranciscoGrab a window seat, you’re about to explore one of the most famous highways in the world. Highway 1, the coast road that stretches between San Francisco and Los Angeles, offers travelers 485 miles of the very best of the Pacific Coast. While you won’t traverse that entire length of Highway 1, you’ll hit some excellent stops! From San Francisco, you’ll head south along the coast through the seaside town of Santa Cruz. Every bow in the road offers yet another eye-catching seascape; you’ll be glad that you’ve left navigating to a professional so you don’t miss a thing. Your stops include Steinbeck’s Cannery Row in Monterey, vista points along the 17-Mile Drive, and the art and restaurant district of Carmel, where a stroll down a stone-paved alleyway may lead you to an unexpected treasure. On your way back to San Francisco, you’ll travel through Silicon Valley, home to some of the most influential high-tech companies in the world. Travel to Monterey and Carmel in a 55-passenger motorcoach Head down to Monterey and Carmel via Santa Cruise and the coastal Highway 1 route, return inland through Silicon Valley Stops include Steinbeck’s Cannery Row in Monterey, 17-Mile Drive viewpoints and the art gallery/restaurant district of Carmel Enjoy time on your own to explore in both Monterey and Carmel Activity starts at 9:15am and runs for 11 hours, returning you at 8:30pm This activity operates daily May-October and on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday from November-April Getting to Your Activity You can either meet your bus at Gray Line’s headquarters at Pier 41 at Fisherman’s Wharf, or arrange a hotel pick up and drop off.
San Francisco, CA
$65 USD Per Adult (12-64) -
Chinatown Walking Tour & Dinner
by Gray Line San FranciscoSan Francisco sparkles during daylight, but after dark the city sizzles — and the vibe in Chinatown is dynamic. After your evening kicks off with a drive through North America’s oldest Chinatown, you’ll visit Cathay House for a multi-course dinner. Chat with your travelling partner, meet new people, and enjoy the taste of culture and diversity. Post-dinner you’ll be treated to a well deserved guided walking tour of the mysteries and marvels of Chinatown. Then it’s back on the bus, where you travel across the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge to Treasure Island to take in a fantastic view of the city. Welcome to the City by the Bay. Highlights Meal at Cathay House in San Francisco’s Chinatown Walking tour of Chinatown Coach ride over the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge to Treasure Island Departs Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 6pm and lasts approximately 3.5 hours Getting to Your Activity You can either meet your bus at Gray Line’s headquarters at Pier 41 at Fisherman’s Wharf, or arrange a hotel pick up and drop off.
San Francisco, CA
$61 USD Per Adult (12-64) -
Wine Lovers Tour
by Extranomical ToursThe small group size of this wine lover’s excursion allows for a bit of freedom when deciding which wineries to visit. The group may decide to journey to both Sonoma and Napa, or focus on one particular region or “neighborhood”. Generally, you’ll enjoy tastings at four to six boutique wineries, and on the drive between each one, your enthusiastic guide reveals the interesting history of California wine making and talk about all things wine abounds. Of course, all of your touring, tasting, and chatting will leave you wanting a bite to eat. Don’t worry; there will be time to enjoy a tasty lunch. Choose to make an optional stop in seaside Sausalito near the end of your tour, or use the time to extend your winery visits. Highlights Enjoy a narrated tour aboard a smaller vehicle, ranging from a 13-passenger van to 35-person coach Visit 4-6 wineries and stop for lunch Wineries visited may include Sonoma wineries Jacuzzi Family Vineyards, Chateau St. Jean, Cline Winery, Loxton Cellars, Homewood Winery, Viansa Winery, Schug Carneros Estate Winery, Kenwood Vineyards, VJB Vineyards or Cellars and Valley of the Moon. Napa wineries may include V. Sattui Winery, Vintage 1870 Winery, Silverado Winery, Mumm Napa Sparkling Wines, Madonna Estate Winery or Grgich Hills If you have a Sonoma or Napa winery you are interested in visiting, let your guide know and they will do their best to accommodate There is an optional stop in Sausalito at the end of the tour This tour departs daily at 8:00am and returns you to your downtown San Francisco hotel at approximately 5:30pm Is This Activity Right for Me? This full-day tour uses a smaller bus and its winery itinerary changes regularly. If you think you would prefer a tour with a larger vehicle and a set itinerary, try the California Wine Excursion. Want to combine a winery tour with a trip to Muir Woods? A Muir Woods and Wineries tour is also available. Getting to Your Activity This tour offers pick up and drop off at most downtown San Francisco hotels. If your hotel is out of the pick-up range, the default location is Parc 55 at 55 Cyril Mangin Street in Union Square.
San Francisco, CA
$128 USD Per Person (12+) -
Electric Bike Guided Tour
by Electric Tour CompanyHere’s a unique way to travel the Golden Gate Bridge and explore charming Sausalito. After a safety briefing and plenty of time to get comfortable operating your state of the art electric bike, your guide leads you off on a bayside exploration – and no prior electric bike riding experience is necessary. Once your group meets near Fisherman’s Wharf and gets fitted with an electric bike, your professional guide will share the history of the area as you skirt the San Francisco Bay along the scenic Bay Trail to Fort Point. Stretch your legs and grab a snack, it’s almost time to summit the stunning Golden Gate Bridge. Under the power of your electric bike, you’ll zip up the Bridge ascent with very little exertion Dynamic views of San Francisco reward you when you reach the Bridge peak and begin a downhill coast into the eclectic town of Sausalito, where you can shop fascinating boutiques, discover quaint neighborhood streets, and investigate a mix of eateries that offer picture perfect views of San Francisco Bay. Your tour concludes with a short ferry ride back to San Fran. Highlights Enjoy a guided tour of San Francisco, the Golden Gate Bridge and Sausalito The UltraMotor A2B electric bike allows riders to choose between pedaling, electric motor power, or both (note that you are required to pedal across the Golden Gate Bridge) Have between 30 and 45 minutes to explore Sausalito, or choose to keep the electric bike for additional time at end of the route in Sausalito and return to San Francisco at your own pace for no additional cost Enjoy a 20-35 minute ferry ride from Sausalito to downtown San Francisco at the end of your tour, followed by a short ride back to your tour’s starting point Distance to Sausalito is 8 miles / 13 km, and the level of difficulty is beginner/intermediate This tour departs daily at 10am and lasts 3.5-4 hours Is This Activity Right for Me? Participants must be at least 16 years of age and are required to pedal over the Golden Gate Bridge. The bikes weigh 70 lbs (32 kg) and will need to be pedaled up hills on some parts of the route. This activity is not appropriate for pregnant women. If you think any of these requirements might be barriers for you, we suggest checking out one of the many bus tours of San Francisco, such as the Sensational City Tour, Double-Decker Motorized Cable Car tour, Trolley Hop or City Insiders Tour. More interested in a Segway tour of San Francisco? Check out the Wharf and Waterfront, Golden Gate Park, or private Sausalito tours. Getting to Your Activity This tour departs from the parking lot at 757 Hyde Street, near the Hyde Street Pier.
San Francisco, CA
$74 USD Per Person -
WharfPass
by WharfPassYour Fisherman’s Wharf 2-Day Sightseeing Ticket offers you the chance to explore six of San Francisco’s most popular attractions. Pay once, present your WharfPass, and you’re off discovering the highlights of the City by the Bay; using a WharfPass is not only convenient, the cost savings will give you extra cash to buy that special San Francisco remembrance. You’ll also receive dozens of coupons for dining, shopping and tours. Your 2-day sightseeing ticket allows you to enjoy a hop on hop off bus tour and a bay cruise, plus four other activity choices over the course of two consecutive days. Investigate a submarine, tour the wax museum, rent a bike, enjoy the Bay Aquarium and more! Your ticket offers attractions that will please every family member. Once you’ve worked up an appetite, grab a fresh cup of seafood chowder or sit down for a fine dining experience; there’s an abundance of choices at Fisherman’s Wharf. Highlights Enjoy passes to a city tour, harbor cruise, and various museums, plus transportation activities. Save up to $36.99 on admission fees. You can explore all of Fisherman’s Wharf easily on foot. Sightseeing tours and bay cruises all depart from the Wharf. Planning to go to Alcatraz? Alcatraz departure is a few blocks away at Pier 33. See below for complete list of activities. Getting to Your Activity You’ll be sent an electronic voucher, which you can print out and then exchange for your WharfPass at the first attraction you visit.
San Francisco, CA
$62 USD Per Adult (12+) -
San Francisco City Tour with Sausalito and Muir Woods
by Gray Line San FranciscoHere’s your chance to see San Fran’s major attractions, stroll through the creative enclave of Sausalito, and explore impressive Muir Woods all in one day. Start your day with a bus tour of San Francisco’s highlights, including the Civic Center, Union Square, Chinatown, North Beach, Palace of Fine Arts, the Golden Gate Bridge and more. You’ll also travel to Twin Peaks, a most amazing vantage point from which to observe downtown and beyond. Your driver will provide insight on all the city’s points of interest. Then, after a short break at Fisherman’s Wharf, you’ll hop back on the bus and head out on a narrated tour of Muir Woods and Sausalito. Enjoy a stroll down the Nature Trail in this ancient redwood stand, then take in the town of Sausalito’s seaside charm. Highlights Tour of San Francisco and Sausalito/Muir Woods in a 75-passenger motorcoach San Francisco tour includes Victorian houses, Civic Center, Union Square, Nob Hill, cable cars, Chinatown, North Beach, Coit Tower, Fisherman’s Wharf, Marina District, Palace of Fine Arts, the Presidio, Golden Gate Park, Twin Peaks, Golden Gate Bridge and more Muir Woods/Sausalito tour includes a stop at Muir Woods’ nature trail and time to wander downtown Sausalito You will have about an hour-long break at Fisherman’s Wharf in between the two tours Each tour lasts about 3.5 hours Departs daily at 9:15am and lasts approximately 8 hours Getting to Your Activity You can either meet your bus at Gray Line’s headquarters at Pier 41 at Fisherman’s Wharf, or arrange a hotel pick up and drop off.
San Francisco, CA
$74 USD Per Adults (12-64) -
Muir Woods & Sausalito Tour with Bay Cruise
by Gray Line San FranciscoThis package tour allows you to not only travel in comfort to visit famous Muir Woods and quaint Sausalito, but also enjoy a one-hour narrated cruise on the San Francisco Bay. Just across the Golden Gate bridge lies Muir Woods, a redwood grove that President Roosevelt made into a National Monument over a century ago. Thanks to his foresight, you’ll have the opportunity to meander along Muir Woods “Nature Trail”, leading you into the heart of this virgin coastal forest. Next you’ll travel to Sausalito, a picturesque California village that is home to cliff-dangling classic cottages and houseboat communities. You’ll have the chance to meander through its charming boutiques, stroll its art galleries, or grab a fresh meal at one of its many waterfront restaurants. Included in this package is a voucher for a one-hour narrated cruise of San Francisco Bay, where you’ll ride under the Golden Gate Bridge, cruise past Alcatraz and hit all the harbor highlights. Your open ticket allows you to choose which departure you’d like to go on, whether it’s before or after your bus tour, or even the following day. Highlights Tour to Muir Woods and Sausalito in a 75-person motorcoach Drive over the Golden Gate Bridge Stop at Muir Woods’ nature trail and spend time wandering downtown Sausalito Enjoy a one-hour cruise of the San Francisco Bay One-hour bay cruise can be done the day of the bus tour, or the following day The bus tour portion of this activity departs daily at 9:15am and lasts approximately 3.5 hours Getting to Your Activity You can either meet your bus at Gray Line’s headquarters at Pier 41 at Fisherman’s Wharf, or arrange a hotel pick up and drop off. Your Bay Cruise is a separate ticket. You’ll be issued a voucher and given a ferry schedule, so you can enjoy your cruise at your leisure either the day of your bus tour or the day after. Cruises depart from Pier 39 at Fisherman’s Wharf. You’ll be provided with a schedule.
San Francisco, CA
$64 USD Per Adult (12-64) -
Go San Francisco Multi-Attraction Pass
by Smart DestinationsGain entrance to over 50 different attractions in the San Francisco area with the Go San Francisco pass. For one low price, you can experience a wide range of aquariums, cruises, wineries, museums and more. Available in one, two, three, five or seven-day denominations, this handy pass will help you save money and get the most out of your San Francisco visit. Do a wine tasting at Baccus and Venus, visit the Cartoon Art Museum or the SFMOMA, ride the cable car, experience a walking tour of the city, learn about the beat movement at the Beat Museum — these are just a few things you can do with your pass. Highlights Enjoy admission to over 50 attractions, including the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts, SFMOMA, the USS Hornet, Six Flags and much more. Complete list of attractions is below. You don’t have to choose your attractions in advance. Passes available for both adults and children (aged 3-12) in one, two, three, five or seven-day denominations. You have up to two weeks to use your chosen number of attraction days. You’ll also get discounts at over 40 other retailers. Getting to Your Activity You will be emailed an electronic voucher, which you can exchange for your Go San Francisco pass at a designated redemption center.
San Francisco, CA
$80 USD Per 2 Days (adult 12+) -
San Francisco Sky-View Tour
by Gray Line San FranciscoExperience a twist on San Francisco’s cable-car tradition with a tour aboard an open-top double-decker motorized cable car. You’ll enjoy a fully narrated two-hour tour that includes Pier 41, North Beach, Lombard Street, Chinatown, Union Square, Civic Center, City Hall, the Painted Ladies at Alamo Square, Golden Gate Park, Golden Gate Bridge, Palace of Fine Arts, Ghirardelli Square and the Cannery. Highlights Fully narrated tour that hits the city highlights Continuous departures throughout the day One free child for every adult ticket Departs regularly starting at 10am and lasts approximately two hours Getting to Your Activity This activity departs regularly from Pier 39, Fisherman’s Wharf, starting at 10am daily.
San Francisco, CA
$18 USD Per Adults (12-64) -
San Francisco Trolley Hop
by Gray Line San FranciscoThe open nature of a cable car allows you to easily see all of San Fran’s sites while your guide provides you with insight along the way. Best yet, you have the opportunity to hop on or off at designated locations, allowing you plenty of flexibility and ample time to explore on your own. Your one hour and fifteen minute loop tour aboard a motorized cable car takes you through some of San Francisco’s most picturesque neighborhoods, including Fisherman’s Wharf, North Beach, downtown, Chinatown, and along the waterfront. This tour is a good mixture of guided touring and the flexibility to wander at your leisure. Highlights 1.25-hour motorized cable car loop of downtown San Francisco Ability to hop on or off at four different stops: Pier 41 1/2, Union Square, the Embarcadero Center or North Beach/Chinatown Use this tour to explore at your own pace Regular departures begin at 10am daily Getting to Your Activity You can collect your open-ticket hop on, hop off trolley voucher at Pier 41 ½, then board one of the cable cars.
San Francisco, CA
$18 USD Per Adult (12-64) -
Yosemite One-Day Tour by Bus
by Extranomical ToursEnjoy a day exploring the natural splendor of Yosemite National Park and the Giant Sequoias. In fact, you’ll have at least five hours in the park! Your day begins with a comfortable ride to Yosemite in a mini bus or van. Your driver will stop along the way to ensure you have time to grab a snack and take a break. Then you’ll begin your ascent into the Sierra Nevada range and arrive at Yosemite National Park, where your guide will provide you with an informative narrated valley tour. Or, weather permitting, you’ll travel to a trailhead and have the option of a hike to the Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias. Your guide generally makes stops to see El Capitan, Half Dome, Yosemite Falls, Bridalveil Falls, Inspiration Point, and Yosemite Village. As afternoon approaches, and now it’s time to venture out on your own. Visit a gift shop, enjoy a meal set against a simply sensational backdrop, or go exploring! As you day winds down, you’ll enjoy time to relax and share experiences as your driver returns you to San Francisco, trailing the beautiful descending sun. Highlights Travel to the Yosemite Valley in a smaller vehicle; sizes range from a 13-passenger van to a 35-passenger bus This tour spends 5-6 hours in Yosemite Narrated tour includes Bridalveil Falls, El Capitan, Inspiration Point, Half Dome, Yosemite Falls and more Enjoy a weather-permitting two mile hike to the Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoia Trees Take one of several lower-elevation mini-hikes that are chock full of photo opportunities Have spare time to do your own thing in Yosemite This tour picks you up at your hotel between 6am and 7:30am and lasts 12-14 hours, with hotel drop-offs occurring between 6:30pm and 8:30pm Drive time from San Francisco to Yosemite is approximately 4-5 hours each way Is This Activity Right for Me? This company operates smaller busses, ranging in size from 13-passenger vans to 35-passenger motorcoaches. If you’d rather travel to Yosemite in a larger vehicle, try this motorcoach tour. This is a full-day tour that lasts 12 to 14 hours. If you are interested in a shorter wilderness tour, there are a few options for visiting Muir Woods, an old-growth redwood grove that is a short drive from San Francisco. Check out this Muir Woods and Sausalito tour, or this half-day Muir Woods tour. Getting to Your Activity This tour offers pick up and drop off at most downtown San Francisco hotels. If your hotel is out of the pick-up range, the default location is Parc 55 at 55 Cyril Mangin Street in Union Square.
San Francisco, CA
$137 USD Per Person (12+) -
Golden Gate Park Segway Tour
by Electric Tour CompanyDotted with more than 75,000 mature trees, stunning sculptures, miles of meandering pathways, and serene water features, 1000+ acre Golden Gate Park offers near boundless opportunities for exploration. Thanks to your Segway, you’ll cover a lot of ground during this 2.5-hour excursion. Your Segway tour guide will share the Park’s best vistas, hidden locations, and cherished highlights while narrating its fascinating history and tales. You’ll find that the freedom a Segway ride provides allows you to truly explore this urban sanctuary. Once you’ve completed an orientation session, you’ll cruise on seven miles of trails; through tropical gardens and cobblestone tunnels, past historic windmills, alongside dynamic floral displays, and around grand old architecture. Highlights Explore Golden Gate Park via Segway, which allows you to cover more ground than walking This company is the only group licensed to operate Segway tours in Golden Gate Park All first time customers are required to take a 45-50 minute on board training session to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience. Total tour time is approximately 2.5 hours (including training) This tour departs April through June 9:00 am and 2:00 pm daily, July through October 9:00 am, 12:30 pm and 4:00 pm daily, and November through March 10:00 am and 1:30 pm daily Is This Activity Right for Me? Guests must be at least 12 years of age and weigh between 100 and 250 pounds. Due to safety concerns, pregnant riders are not permitted.This tour also involves standing for 1.5 hours and being able to get on and off the Segway without assistance. If you think any of these requirements might be barriers for you, we suggest checking out one of the many bus tours of San Francisco, such as the Sensational City Tour, Double-Decker Motorized Cable Car tour, Trolley Hop or City Insiders Tour. Would you rather visit another area of San Francisco? Segway tours are also available of the Wharf and Waterfront, or opt for a private Sausalito tour. If you’re a more experienced Segway rider looking for a challenge, there is an Advanced Segway Rider Tour. Want to tour the city on two wheels, but not interested in Segways? Check out the Golden Gate to Sausalito electric bike tour, where you can ride across the bridge. Getting to Your Activity This tour begins in the Golden Gate Park Music Concourse area. There is four-hour street parking nearby.
San Francisco, CA
$65 USD Per Person -
Private Group Sausalito Segway Tour
by Electric Tour CompanyJust across the Golden Gate Bridge from San Francisco, you’ll discover the quaint community of Sausalito. During this exclusive, narrated Segway tour, your personal guide will ensure you capture all the sights and sounds of this bayside jewel. No Segway riding experience is necessary. You’ll follow the scenic Bay trail, glide along the edge of beautiful Richardson Bay, and catch sight of flourishing estuaries, eclectic houseboat communities and even the remains of a WWII shipyard. Then cruise into downtown and tour around one-of-a-kind boutiques, art galleries, and diverse eateries that are encircled by picturesque cottages. And don’t forget to take a picture in front of Sausalito’s famous Elephant sculptures, which once stood at the 1915 San Francisco Panama-Pacific Exposition. You may even have the chance to visit the remarkable Bay Model, a scale model of the entire bay, complete with changing tides. All along the way, narration from your knowledgeable guide adds a layer of history and insight into your discovery of this appealing bayside community. Highlights This private group tour is great for birthday parties, corporate team building, meetings, family reunions, social groups or just plain fun with your friends or family Rate includes guide gratuity Waterfront landmarks include Dunphy Park, Cass Marina, Galilee Harbor, Marinship and The Bay Model (schedule permitting) There is a 6 person minimum for this private tour, and an 8 person maximum All first time customers are required to take a 45-50 minute training session to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience Total tour time is approximately 2 hours and 45 minutes (including training) Departure time varies depending on when your group would like to leave Is This Activity Right for Me? Tour participants must weigh between 100 and 250 pounds and be at least 12 years old. Due to safety concerns, pregnant riders are not permitted. You also need to be able to stand for 1.5 hours and get on and off the Segway without assistance. If you don’t meet these requirements, check out one of the many bus tours of San Francisco, such as the Sensational City Tour, Double-Decker Motorized Cable Car tour, Trolley Hop or City Insiders Tour. This tour is for a private group of six to eight riders. If your group is too small (or large), check out one of the other Segway tours: Wharf and Waterfront, or Golden Gate Park. Are you an experienced Segway rider? There is an Advanced Segway Rider Tour. If you want to check out a self-powered tour, check out the Golden Gate to Sausalito tour, where you can ride across the Golden Gate Bridge on an electric bike. Getting to Your Activity The Sausalito Tours departs from the corner of Bridgeway and Caledonia Street in Sausalito, two blocks from the ferry terminal.
San Francisco, CA
$94 USD Per Person -
San Francisco City Tour and Bay Cruise
by Gray Line San FranciscoExplore San Francisco from both land and sea by pairing this city bus tour with a one hour narrated cruise of San Francisco Bay. Your narrated San Francisco city tour will take you to visit a collection of the city’s places of interest, helping you construct a vivid picture of how this historic city evolved over the last century. Your narration includes Victorian houses, Chinatown, North Beach Fisherman’s Wharf, The Presidio, Golden Gate Park and more. You’ll also have the chance to see San Francisco’s iconic Golden Gate Bridge, and observe the cityscape from the incredible vantage point offered by Twin Peaks. After your city bus tour, enjoy a narrated one-hour boat cruise of the bay, where you’ll take in the San Francisco skyline, Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz and more. You’ll have a whole new perspective of the city, and unobstructed views that make for great photo ops. Highlights Narrated tour of San Francisco on a 75-passenger motorcoach See Victorian houses, Civic Center, Union Square, Nob Hill, Cable Cars, Chinatown, North Beach, Coit Tower, Fisherman’s Wharf, Marina District, Palace of Fine Arts, The Presidio, Golden Gate Park, Twin Peaks, Golden Gate Bridge and more Stop at the Golden Gate Bridge’s Vista Point, Twin Peaks and other photogenic viewpoints One-hour cruise of San Francisco Bay, where you’ll ride past Alcatraz, the Golden Gate Bridge and other attractions Departs at 9:15am, 11:15am and 2:15pm (summer only) daily and lasts about 4.5 hours Getting to Your Activity You can either meet your bus at Gray Line’s headquarters at Pier 41 at Fisherman’s Wharf, or arrange a hotel pick up and drop off. Your Bay Cruise is a separate ticket. You’ll be issued a voucher and given a ferry schedule, so you can enjoy your cruise at your leisure the day of your bus tour. Cruises depart from Pier 39 at Fisherman’s Wharf. You’ll be provided with a schedule.
San Francisco, CA
$61 USD Per Adult (12-64) -
Wharf & Waterfront Segway Tour
by Electric Tour CompanyThis was the first Segway tour to ever be offered in San Francisco, and it won’t take long to find out why it has staying power. You’ll start with a 45 to 50-minute orientation session, which will have you tracing circles in your Segway i2 by the end of your lesson. Then it’s off to explore San Francisco’s famed waterfront on this funky two-wheeled machine. Your fully narrated tour will take you to all the waterfront hot spots, like Fisherman’s Wharf, Fish Alley, Fisherman’s Chapel, the Municipal Pier and more. Stop at one of the seafood processing plants, visit a Dungeness crab stand, check out a cable car turnaround and take in stunning views of the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz as your guide provides unparalleled insight into all these attractions. You’ll leave this tour having learned something new about this city—and with some sweet Segway skills to boot. Highlights Experience San Francisco’s original Segway tour Headsets allow you to easily hear your guide’s commentary Tour may include Municipal Pier and Aquatic Park, Fisherman’s Wharf, Cable Car turnaround, Ghirardelli Square, National Maritime Museum, views of Alcatraz and the Golden Gate Bridge, Fish Alley, Fisherman’s Chapel, WWII Liberty Ship, Submarine Pampanito, Dungeness Crab Stands in Historic Fisherman’s Wharf and a loop through North Beach, San Francisco’s Little Italy (time permitting) No previous experience necessary This tour departs daily at 9am, 12:30pm and 4pm April through October, and 10am and 1:30pm November through March Total tour time is 2.5 hours, including the 45-50 minute lesson Is This Activity Right for Me? While on Segway experience is necessary to take this tour, there are a few restrictions for participating. Guests are required to be at least 12 years old and weigh between 100 and 250 pounds. Due to safety concerns, pregnant women aren’t allowed to participate. You also have to be able to get on and off the Segway without assistance and stand for 1.5 hours. If these restrictions prevent you from taking a Segway tour, there are several bus tours of San Francisco available, including theSensational City Tour, Double-Decker Motorized Cable Car tour, Trolley Hop or City Insiders Tour. While this is the original (and least challenging) Segway tour of San Francisco, it’s far from the only one available. Check out the Golden Gate Park, private Sausalito or Advanced Segway Rider tours. Another alternative tour option is the Golden Gate to Sausalitoelectric bike tour, where you can ride across the Golden Gate Bridge. Getting to Your Activity This tour leaves from the parking lot at 757 Beach Street, across the street from the Hyde Street cable car turn around in Fisherman’s Wharf.
San Francisco, CA
$65 USD Per Person -
San Francisco Muir Woods Expedition
by Extranomical ToursThe air is clean and crisp, and the Coastal Redwood Sequoias create a dramatic canopy high above the damp valley floor. Welcome to marvelous Muir Woods. Home to the tallest species of trees found on Earth, Muir Woods is both impressive and calming. On this tour you’ll have a chance to explore at your own pace, taking in all of the beauty of this National Monument. After spending at least two hours in Muir Woods, you’ll have the option of either stopping at the quaint seaside town of Sausalito or a Golden Gate Bridge viewpoint. If you’d like to linger, opt to take a ferry back to Fisherman’s Wharf from Sausalito and extend your stay at this funky little town. Highlights Travel to Muir Woods in a smaller vehicle, ranging from a 13-passenger van to 35-person mini bus This tour gives you two full hours to explore Muir Woods Optional stops at Sausalito or the Golden Gate Bridge Departs daily at 8am and lasts approximately 5 hours, returning you to your hotel at 1pm Getting to Your Activity This tour offers pick up and drop off at most downtown San Francisco hotels. If your hotel is out of the pick-up range, the default location is Parc 55 at 55 Cyril Mangin Street in Union Square.
San Francisco, CA
$69 USD Per Person (12+) -
City Insiders Tour
by Extranomical ToursThis insider’s tour of the City by the Bay may leave you singing “I Left my Heart in San Francisco!” Your small group investigation of San Francisco will take you to the city’s famous highlights, as well as a few that you won’t find in the guide books. Feel free to request a visit to an area that’s aroused your interest; your local guide and driver will do his or her best to fulfill your request. Sites may include a stop at Fort Point under the Golden Gate Bridge, a cruise along the coastal Great Highway, a trip to Haight Ashbury, or a visit to Twin Peaks to see the impressive view of the city and beyond. As your excursion concludes, you’ll have the choice of returning to your downtown hotel, or being dropped off at Fisherman’s Wharf. Highlights This operator uses smaller vehicles, ranging from 13-passenger vans to 35-passenger coaches This semi-private tour allows you to choose which highlights you want to visit Stops could include Golden Gate Park, Haight Ashbury, the Presidio, Twin Peaks, Fisherman’s Wharf, the Great Highway, the Golden Gate Bridge; it all depends where the group wants to go Ask your guide to show you some of San Francisco’s secret spots Departs daily at 8:00am and 1:00pm and lasts approximately 4-5 hours Getting to Your Activity This tour offers pick up and drop off at most downtown San Francisco hotels. If your hotel is out of the pick-up range, the default location is Parc 55 at 55 Cyril Mangin Street in Union Square.
San Francisco, CA
$69 USD Per Person (12+)
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If you’re a fan of sightseeing, you’ve come to the right city. There are many great architectural and natural wonders to take in here, including the Golden Gate Bridge, the quaint seaside town of Sausalito, Alcatraz, Fisherman’s Wharf and more. There are several companies that offer narrated tours of the city’s sights by bus, bike, on foot or even Segway. If you’re interested in getting out of town, some companies offer day trips to areas like Yosemite, Monterey, the Napa Valley and more.
