Coit Tower Tours and Tickets

Bypass the line and head directly to the gate with your prebooked tickets. This sunset cruise takes you across San Francisco Bay with outstanding views of the city skyline, Golden Gate Bridge, the San Francisco Bay Bridge, and Alcatraz Island. Relax while background music sets the tone. Watch the sunset or select a twilight cruise during winter months.

Avoid the crowds, confusion, and limitations of large buses and discover San Francisco by luxury minivan. This half-day tour takes you to numerous parts of the city for the perfect overview. Enjoy fascinating facts provided by your guide's live commentary. Stop for photo opportunities at some of the city’s most popular attractions, including the Golden Gate Bridge and Twin Peaks.

Explore San Francisco on a small-group full-day tour that covers top attractions including Chinatown, Fisherman's Wharf, the Golden Gate Bridge, and Alcatraz. Get great views of the San Francisco Bay Area during the short ferry ride to Alcatraz Island, where you then take a self-guided audio tour of the infamous prison. Return to shore for your bus tour of destinations such as Nob Hill, the Haight-Ashbury, the Castro, the Mission, and Golden Gate Park. Includes hotel pickup and drop-off in San Francisco.

San Francisco is undoubtedly a hilly place, and this challenging 5-mile walking tour doesn’t shy away from the steepness. Instead, it takes you off the beaten path and onto some of the city’s stairways for an incredible exploration of several neighborhoods and downtown attractions. While meandering through SF’s Russian Hill, Telegraph Hill and North Beach neighborhoods, you’ll come upon some hidden gems, jaw-dropping views, and world-famous sites. Climb to Coit Tower via the Filbert Street Steps; ascend Lombard Street, often referred to as the crookedest street in the world; and discover a tiny park overlooking St Peter and Paul Church, where Marilyn Monroe and Joe DiMaggio took their wedding pics after tying the knot at San Francisco City Hall.

Explore the streets of San Francisco on two wheels. This easy guided bike tour takes you to many of the city’s most notable neighborhoods and attractions. Pedal past the Transamerica Pyramid and through bustling North Beach; peruse the Mission and Castro districts and the Haight-Asbury, home of 1960s hippie counterculture; and visit popular sites such as Fisherman’s Wharf and AT&T Park. Your guide will provide information and history on local landmarks en route, and there’s also a stop for lunch (added cost). At the end of the tour there’s even time to do your own exploring.

Step aboard a vintage Volkswagen bus for a San Francisco city tour. Travel down streets a typical tour bus can't access while your guide fills you in on the history of the City by the Bay, from the Gold Rush to Silicon Valley. Get views of landmarks such as Twin Peaks, the Golden Gate Bridge, and the Painted Ladies as you travel through distinct city districts.

See the top attractions of San Francisco on a 3.5-hour morning tour with a knowledgeable guide. Travel by bus to North Beach, the Palace of Fine Arts, Pier 39, Fisherman's Wharf, Chinatown, Union Square and Haight-Ashbury as you explore the city and learn about its history. Get to know different neighborhoods and snap photos of Lombard Street, the Painted Ladies and other Victorian houses, the Golden Gate Bridge, Golden Gate Park and more.

See San Francisco’s top attractions from the water on this 1.5-hour tour by rigid inflatable boat. Your guide will provide gear to keep you dry and warm as you take off from Pier 39. Pass the infamous prison of Alcatraz, Coit Tower, the Presidio and glide under the Golden Gate Bridge while your captain provides insightful narration. Numbers are limited to 12 people to keep this small-group tour as intimate as possible.

North Beach has a thriving restaurant scene, so much so that it can be hard for travelers to discern local gems from tourist traps. This walking tour of the neighborhood—which visits at least five mom-and-pop eateries to sample local and ethnic food—makes it a lot easier. Plus, travel with a guide who helps you experience the history, architecture, and culture of one of San Francisco’s most celebrated neighborhoods.

Combine some of San Francisco's top sights—Chinatown, Fisherman's Wharf, and the Golden Gate Bridge—in a single day tour. This combination of stops may be a little bit different than traditional San Francisco tours, but it lets travelers get a better look at the true culture and history of the city. Hop aboard a cable car through the Financial District and down into Chinatown and Fisherman's Wharf. Snap photos of the Golden Gate Bridge from up close and listen to in-depth commentary as you travel.

Explore San Francisco on a personalized excursion with your own group of up to three people. Enjoy the undivided attention of a private driver-guide and visit highlights such as Union Square, Chinatown, Fishermen's Wharf, and Golden Gate Park, traveling between attractions with ease in an air-conditioned tesla. Plus, soak up views of Alcatraz, the Golden Gate Bridge, Twin Peaks, and other San Francisco landmarks.

Explore San Francisco with a local insider and experience an extraordinary afternoon. This half-day tour takes you sightseeing around the city with a guide to offer commentary. Neighborhoods include Fisherman's Wharf, Presidio, Haight-Ashbury, Golden Gate Park, the Castro, and North Beach plus the Golden Gate Bridge. Free Wi-Fi is available aboard the vehicle so you can post your snaps to social media en route.

See beautiful San Francisco by Segway on this 3-hour private tour. This route is only available on the private tour. The extended route includes the best of the Waterfront, North Beach and the Advanced Hills Tour in one incredible experience. A local guide will lead the way, providing fun and insightful commentary as you discover San Francisco on two wheels.

Explore San Francisco in style during this private, customizable tour in a mini-coop convertible. Enjoy open-air views of the stunning city as you follow a bespoke itinerary of your choice of must-see attractions or under-the-radar local hotspots. Tours include door-to-door pickup and drop-off and personalized recommendations from your guide.

If you’re short on time but still want to explore San Francisco’s most prized areas, this San Francisco Bay Helicopter Tour allows you to do just that. Fly above the city and its popular landmarks like Coit Tower and the Golden Gate Bridge, as well as surrounding areas like Half Moon Bay. Plus, you’ll also get a glimpse of Alcatraz Island without having to take a boat—perfect for travelers who get sea sick.

For all the joys of independent travel with a speedy tour vehicle included, don't miss this GPS-guided adventure that's perfect for exploring San Francisco at your leisure. Grab an included map, and hop into your talking car for a full day of sightseeing. From the Painted Ladies to the Golden Gate Bridge, Fisherman's Wharf to Coit Tower, you can see the best of the city in just a few hours with the freedom to drive yourself.

What’s the best way to see San Francisco sparkle by night? Why, in a Tuk Tuk, of course! Don’t let the size of this adorable modern-day rickshaw fool you—it conquers hills and weaves into the tightest of places to give you up-close and personal views of the city by the Bay’s most beautiful attractions. This eco-friendly electric vehicle takes you into the bustling Fisherman’s Wharf, where you can marvel at the majestic Golden Gate Bridge and ominous Alcatraz Island. Cruise through the back alleys of Chinatown, breathe in the delicious aromas of dinners in North Beach, and feed your Instagram with glittering shots of the most gorgeous city in the world! Your experienced, entertaining tour guide narrates your 2-hour excursion. 5:30 departure is more of a sundown /sunset tour and 7:30 more after dark. Your tour guide meets you at Umbrella Aley in Fisherman’s Wharf. Tours are limited to five riders per Tuk Tuk (6 guests ok with a group that includes children and adults).

Discover the famous crooked street in San Francisco—Lombard Street—by Segway. One of the most challenging Segway routes in the City by the Bay, this tour is designed for people have previous riding experience and would like to push their skills. You’ll cruise up Russian Hill, admiring attractions in North Beach and along the water. With a maximum of eight people, this Lombard Street Segway tour provides a small-group experience. This is not a beginner tour. All participants must have had Segway experience within the last two years—at least a 2-hour tour with a guide on the newer-model i2 Segway. Test rides and tours on older models are not eligible. There are no exceptions to this requirement. 

If you have limited time in San Francisco, check off the city's must-see attractions in one day with this combo sightseeing and Alcatraz tour. Take in the sights on a 2-hour bus tour, from Chinatown and Haight-Ashbury to Golden Gate Park and Fisherman's Wharf. You'll also cruise across the San Francisco Bay for a tour of Alcatraz Island that takes you inside historic cell blocks that once held notorious gangsters and criminals — no advance ticket needed.

Experience San Francisco in classic style on a comprehensive, four-hour, private, tour in a vintage Volkswagen van. Hit all the main sights, visiting 14 districts including Chinatown, North Beach, Fisherman’s Wharf, and the Financial District, and stop for photos and tales of local lore at the Palace of Fine Arts, Sutro Baths, and a great Golden Gate Bridge viewpoint. Avoid tourist traps and skip the hassles of driving and navigating on this private tour.

Get an out-of-the-box introduction to San Francisco’s historic Fisherman’s Wharf neighborhood during this self-guided photo scavenger hunt. Using a smartphone-based app, discover sights like Lombard Street, Hyde Street Pier, Coit Tower as you answer trivia questions, complete photo challenges, and learn new facts about San Francisco’s art, history, and culture.

As the sun sets over the Pacific you will adventure through North Beach and the piers enjoying the scenery and some of the best views and photo opportunities in San Francisco.

Have dinner with panoramic city views on a San Francisco Bay supper club cruise. Spend time on the water with the twinkling city skyline as your backdrop. Take in the views and enjoy the sea breeze on the exterior decks, cut loose on the dance floor with a DJ spinning top 40 hits, and enjoy a buffet dinner with classic American and international dishes on the menu.

Take a secret passage to the landmark Telegraph Hill, enjoy crisp views of the waterfront, explore the history of the Embarcadero, and the smell of wooden steps and lush greenery wraps around the winding Filbert Stairs at Telegraph Hill. Reach the summit and listen to local history at Coit Tower, a San Francisco landmark in Pioneer Park. Beyond the tower a hidden garden awaits, offering spectacular views of the Bay, Golden Gate Bridge, and infamous Alcatraz island. Descend the masonry of the Greenwich Street steps to Levi Plaza, the headquarters of blue jeans, and visit Green Street Laboratory, where Philo Farnsworth sent the first television transmission. Following the breeze of the Old Waterfront, we’ll head to the coast. I’ll share pictures of the old days, when three-mast ships bustled along Yerba Buena Cove during San Francisco’s construction. Today, the Embarcadero waterfront hosts attractions like the Ferry Building––Our starting and ending point for this four-mile urban hike.