Enjoy the beauty of San Francisco's waterfront plus superb vistas of Alcatraz Island and San Francisco Bay on this comprehensive half-day guided tour. It's the perfect introduction to the City by the Bay, providing an essential overview of San Francisco's attractions and layout. Accompanied by a knowledgeable driver-guide, you'll tour the City from the bay to the ocean, with photo stops at key locations.
You'll visit famous attractions such as the Golden Gate Bridge and the stop at Twin Peaks will give you a breathtaking 360 degree view of the city from 1000 feet above sea level. Opt to upgrade your tour to include a bay cruise to complete your panorama of San Francisco from land and sea!
Highlights
- 3.5-hour morning or afternoon San Francisco tour
- Tour all the city highlights, including Golden Gate Bridge, Chinatown and Fisherman's Wharf
- Photo stops at Vista Point, Twin Peaks (weather permitting) and Golden Gate Park
- Expert guide and commentary
- Pick-up and drop-off from central San Francisco hotels
- FREE wireless on board tour vehicle
Recent Photos of this Tour
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san2Golden Gate BridgePhoto by: Mak07 2012 -
San Francisco Painted LadiesThe Painted Ladies Victorian houses looked beautiful with the skyline contrasted behind. The shoe garden nearby was ...Photo by: Judith SAustralia, 04 2008 -
san3Bay CruisePhoto by: Mak07 2012 -
San franciscoTwin PeakPhoto by: Mak07 2012 -
40th HOLIDAY !!! 023Amazing and diverse from street to streetPhoto by: DonnieUnited Kingdom, 10 2011 -
40th HOLIDAY !!! 020The City as seen from Twin PeaksPhoto by: DonnieUnited Kingdom, 10 2011 -
40th HOLIDAY !!! 012The Golden Gate Bridge - no explanation necessary !Photo by: DonnieUnited Kingdom, 10 2011 -
40th HOLIDAY !!! 010Palace of Fine Arts - the only surviving building fron the 1915 Panama Pacific ExpositionPhoto by: DonnieUnited Kingdom, 10 2011 -
IMG_0279All we needed was Uncle Jesse and it would of been perfect!Photo by: Chris TAustralia, 07 2011 -
IMG_0257Awesome....Photo by: Chris TAustralia, 07 2011 -
IMG_0253This was a lookout included on the tour which was a highlight. Was on top of the world....Photo by: Chris TAustralia, 07 2011 -
IMG_0216Fresh off a 14 hour flight.Photo by: Chris TAustralia, 07 2011 -
Golden Gate BridgeCold and windyPhoto by: Margaret CUSA, 04 2010 -
Victorian HomesNice ... with the couplesPhoto by: Margaret CUSA, 04 2010 -
Victorian HomesTake two with the couplesPhoto by: Margaret CUSA, 04 2010 -
Golden Gate BridgeJudith admiring the view from the Golden Gate Bridge.Photo by: Judith SAustralia, 04 2008 -
Golden Gate BridgeGolden Gate bridge from the lookout. When you walk on the bridge it shakes when buses pass!Photo by: Judith SAustralia, 04 2008 -
Twin Peaks LookoutThe skyline is spectacular from Twin Peaks. Photos can't do it justice. It is apparently often foggy in summer, but in ...Photo by: Judith SAustralia, 04 2008 -
Cable Car RideWe saw lots of Cable Cars on our bus trip so I had to ride on the step!Photo by: Judith SAustralia, 04 2008 -
Murals on a BuildingPassing through San Francisco's Chinatown, there are some great sights to see including this artistic work.Photo by: Mandy DUnited Kingdom, 11 2007 -
Useful Information
View of city from Twin Peaks, San Francisco
Travel through the Golden Gate Park and enjoy seasonal flower displays, bison grazing, and pass windmills overlooking the Pacific Ocean. You'll spy neighborhoods dotted with colorful Victorian homes and learn about San Francisco’s early settlements, from the Native Americans and Spanish missionaries to the frenzied days of the gold rush as you drive along the once infamous Barbary Coast.
The tour highlights all of San Francisco's major attractions, including:
- Chinatown
- Fisherman's Wharf
- Victorian Homes
- Palace of Fine Arts
- North Beach
- Presidio National Park
- Awe-inspiring views of Alcatraz and the Pacific Ocean
Take advantage of some great photo stops (each stop 10 to 15 minutes) at key landmarks including:
- Vista Point at Golden Gate Bridge
- Twin Peaks (weather permitting)
- Golden Gate Park's Japanese Tea Garden
Upgrade your half-day city tour to receive a one-hour cruise of San Francisco Bay, and enjoy some of the most beautiful waterside views in the world! The cruise is fully narrated and you'll sail under the Golden Gate Bridge (weather permitting) for close-up views of Alcatraz Island, the San Francisco waterfront and the California sea lions. The perfect accompaniment to the half-day city tour.
Reviewed by Shaz R, May 2013
A great way to see the very best of San Francisco if you are running short of time and do not want to miss out on visting the main tourist attractions. I loved this tour, it was perfect for me!
Reviewed by Jeffrey H, April 2013
Excellent tour. Very knowledgeable guide. Wouldn't change a thing.
