Take a San Francisco half-day tour to pack in the city’s top sights in a convenient way that leaves you with plenty of time to spare so you can enjoy the city however you wish. With a driver-guide, travel the city by bus, stopping at major attractions like the Golden Gate Bridge and Twin Peaks, and exploring neighborhoods like North Beach and Chinatown. Plus, you can upgrade to include a San Francisco Bay cruise, a half-day bike rental, or admission to the Aquarium of the Bay.
- Tour all the city highlights, including Golden Gate Bridge and Fisherman’s Wharf
- Enjoy photo stops at the Golden Gate Bridge and other landmarks
- Optional upgrades for a cruise, bike rental or aquarium admission
- A private tour means a personalized experience
What To Expect
Gray Line San Francisco
Departing the heart of Union square, the coach makes its way to the Golden Gate Bridge.
On your way to the Golden Gate Bridge, travelers will see:
Union Square: Theatres, shopping, hotels
• Admission Ticket Included
Van Ness Avenue
We make our way north on Van Ness Avenue. Famous for being used as a firebreak, by the US Army during the 1906 earthquake and fire.
• Admission Ticket Included
Cow Hollow
Two affluent neighborhoods, attracting young professionals. Chic fashion boutiques, Pilates studios, juice shops, beauty salons. Many fine dining restaurants ranging from French Bistros to American Fusion Cuisine.
• Admission Ticket Included
Palace of Fine Arts Theatre
Designed by Bernard Maybeck for the 1915 Worlds Fair.
This 162-foot high open rotunda appears as a Greek-Roman inspired fictional ruin.
Disembark bus and explore the structure and lagoon.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Golden Gate Bridge
The tour crosses the iconic Golden Gate Bridge.
On a clear day, the Golden Gate Bridge offers a panoramic view of the bay and the San Francisco skyline.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Presidio of San Francisco
Former U.S. Army military fort,1500-acre park.
Home to; Baker Beach, hiking, historic buildings house the Walt Disney Family Museum, eateries, homes, and businesses like Lucasfilm, with its Yoda Fountain.
• Admission Ticket Free
Lands End
Beautiful coastal stop at Ocean Beach with rugged cliffs, cypress forest, and views of the Golden Gate Bridge, Pacific Ocean, Sutro Bath ruins, and the Cliff House.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Golden Gate Park
Entering Golden Gate Park from the west we pass by one of two Dutch Windmills. Journeying through the park the driver will point out all the points of interest; Bison Paddock, Japanese Tea Gardens, California Academy of Science, Conservatory of Flowers.
• Admission Ticket Free
Haight-Ashbury
Travelers will see where the Hippie movement began during the Summer of Love. Unusual stores, unique dining and live entertainment.
• Admission Ticket Free
Twin Peaks
Two identical peaks give this attraction its name. One of the highest peaks in the city, you will have breathtaking 360 degree views of the entire city
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
The Castro
Descending down towards Market Street, we enter the Castro District.
All are welcome and safe in this LGBT community!
• Admission Ticket Free
Embarcadero Farmer’s Market
This major thoroughfare in San Francisco. We drive east from the Castro towards the Ferry Building and the downtown Financial District.
• Admission Ticket Free
Mission District
Stops with Photo opportunities at Mission district
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Financial District
Among the skyscrapers that dominate the skyline (Transamerica Pyramid, Salesforce Tower), there is a wealth of tech business and Fortune 500 companies.
• Admission Ticket Free
Chinatown
Passing under the “Dragon Gates” of Chinatown, traveler’s enter a bustling district of commerce bursting with color.
• Admission Ticket Free
North Beach
Don’t blink your eyes, the transition from Chinatown to North Beach is seamless. This quick transition brings us the sights and aromas of San Francisco’s “Little Italy”.
• Admission Ticket Free
Fisherman’s Wharf
First drop-off location
On the northern waterfront, is the cities most visited and busiest tourist areas. Souvenir shops, stalls selling crab and clam chowder in sourdough bread bowls, appear at every turn.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Union Square
Union Square:
Final drop-off location
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Highlight
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Please contact us 48 hours prior to tour date to confirm your exact departure location (2 options)
Not wheelchair accessible
Please bring your paper or electronic voucher with you on the day of your tour to be redeemed upon pickup or check in at one of our tour offices.
Stroller accessible
If you choose the option that includes the Aquarium of the Bay Admission, please visit their site for Aquarium of the Bay hours.
Service animals allowed
If you choose the option that includes the Bay Cruise Adventure, please visit the Blue & Gold site for the seasonal schedule.
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Most travelers can participate
If you choose the option that includes the 4h Bike Rental: Bike reservation is not mandatory but we always recommend a reservation in order to hold you bikes and streamline the pick up process. Contact for booking confirmation at specific time.
Stops with Photo opportunities at: Golden Gate Bridge, Palace of Fine Arts, Twin Peaks, Land’s End Ocean Beach (Sutro Baths) & Mission San Francisco de Asis (Mission district)
Information if you choose tour with 4h Bike rental: For all riders’ safety, Unlimited Biking do not recomend any riders who are 300 pounds and over as this exceeds the weight limit the manufacturer has advised for the bike’s build. We apologize for the inconvenience, but we do prioritize your safety during the ride.
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Include
Transport by air-conditioned luxury coach
Narrated bus tour of San Francisco Plenty of photo stops
4h Bike Rental (if option selected)
Bay Cruise if option selected.
Aquarium of the Bay Entrance Fee if option selected.
Choose from two departure locations in San Francisco: Fisherman’s Wharf or Union Square
Exclude
Food and drinks.
Gratuities
Hotel Pick-up & drop-off Not included
Max group – 15
