Top San Francisco Walking & Biking Tours

Alcatraz and Golden Gate Bridge to Sausalito Tour

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• Explore San Francisco on this 2-day combo, including a bike tour and admission to Alcatraz Island. On Day One, enjoy an all-day bike rental and a 3- or 4-hour tour departing from Fisherman’s Wharf. Cycle the city streets, head across the Golden Gate Bridge or take an evening tour as you experience the iconic city on two wheels. On Day Two, venture to the infamous prison to hear audio commentary about former inmates like Al Capone.
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Little Italy and North Beach Walking Tour

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• If you fancy yourself a foodie or culture enthusiast, don’t miss this walking tour of San Francisco’s Little Italy—the neighborhood of North Beach. Voted one of the 15 best foodie tours in the USA by U.S. News, join an insider guide and experience a slice of the top things to do in North Beach, such as tasting coffee and witnessing bread being freshly made. Soak up the lively atmosphere of one of the city’s most popular districts as you learn about its cafes and bakeries and see landmarks like Saints Peter and Paul Church.
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Alcatraz and Walking Craft Beer Combo Tour

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• Explore Alcatraz and sip some of San Francisco's tasty craft brews on this 8.5-hour combination tour. Visit Alcatraz, the city's infamous prison, to learn about the fascinating criminal history contained there. After returning to the mainland, follow your guide to 3 bars in the North Beach and Fisherman's Wharf neighborhoods. Taste some of the city's locally produced craft beers, accompanied by snacks or dinner (depending on the date of your tour). This small group tour operates with 12 beer- and history- loving participants, ensuring personal attention and an intimate atmosphere. Round-trip ferry transportation and admission to Alcatraz is included.
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Haunted SF: Ghosts, Murder and Mystery

• 57 Reviews
• Brave San Francisco’s dark past during this 90-minute walking tour of haunted San Francisco. After meeting at the city’s famous Union Square (after dark, of course), a local guide will escort you down haunted allies, through a mysterious hotel, and around historic street corners. You’ll ponder the curious ‘poached eggs’ murder at the Pinecrest Diner and visit the site of Tessie Wall’s storied brothel. After stopping by a few more scary sites, your tour ends right in the center of San Francisco. This tour is not recommended for children.
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San Francisco Golden Gate Bridge to Sausalito Bike Tour

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• On this San Francisco bike tour, you’ll cycle across the Golden Gate Bridge from the city to the waterfront town of Sausalito. With a guide, ride from Fisherman’s Wharf to Marina Green and Crissy Field, and stop at Fort Point and Vista Point for photo ops of the bridge and San Francisco Bay. The 3-hour guided tour ends in Sausalito, where you are free to bike more on your own and return to the city at your leisure (either bike back or purchase a ferry ticket). This tour includes use of the bike for the full day.
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Alcatraz and the California Sunset Tour

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• Get the most out of your day in the City by the Bay with this 2-day combo package, which combines a trip to Alcatraz with a San Francisco bike tour. On your first day, take a ferry to Alcatraz Island, and get access to the former federal prison. Go on a self-guided audio tour of the grounds, and stay as long as you like during opening hours. Then, on your second day, choose between three different guided bike tours to explore the city on wheels. Stop by lesser-known spots only locals know of and famous landmarks you’ll want to snap pictures of.
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Chinatown and North Beach Night Walking Tour

• 34 Reviews
• Stroll through North Beach and Chinatown, two of San Francisco's most vibrant neighborhoods by night on this 2-hour walking tour. Discover the spots only locals know for dim sum, coffee and other treats while you learn about the history and culture of these diverse districts from your knowledgeable guide.
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Bike the Golden Gate Bridge: San Francisco to Sausalito

• 29 Reviews
• Cycle through San Francisco and across the iconic Golden Gate Bridge on this 3-hour guided bike tour. Led by a local guide, you’ll ride along the waterfront, passing Fisherman’s Wharf and the historic Presidio. Then admire the city skyline from the Golden Gate Bridge, with views of Alcatraz and the long stretch of the Pacific on the opposite side. Your tour will conclude in Sausalito or Tiburon, where you can explore before taking the ferry back to San Francisco. Your bike rental is valid for 24 hours to continue sightseeing on your own.
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Wine Country Bike Tour and Picnic Lunch with Transport from San Francisco

• 36 Reviews
• Bicycle around Northern California's wine country on this full-day tour from San Francisco. Meet your guide at the James Lick Memorial Statue in Civic Center, then travel to either the Dry Creek Valley, the Napa Valley or the Russian River Valley, depending on the day. Cycle between the area's many different wineries for a fun, safe alternative to a car-centric wine tour. Enjoy being outside amidst the vineyard-studded scenery as you sip local wines and stop for a picnic lunch.
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San Francisco Chinatown Walking Tour with Optional Lunch

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• Dive deep into one of San Francisco’s most historical neighborhoods on this Chinatown walking tour. From paper lanterns to medicinal herbs to a fortune cookie factory, you’ll explore both popular and lesser-known gems in this bustling district with an in-the-know guide. See sights including a Buddhist temple, and upgrade, if you wish, to include a 10-course lunch of dim sum for an even more memorable experience.
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San Francisco Golden Gate Bridge Evening Bike Tour

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• Admire San Francisco’s top attractions as the sun sets over the city on this 3-hour evening bike tour. Led by a local guide, you’ll pedal past Crissy Field, Fort Mason and Fisherman’s Wharf before heading across the Golden Gate Bridge for the sunset. Your guide will provide fun and factual commentary about the city’s rich history as you continue on through the Presidio, making stops at the Palace of Fine Arts and more. For an even more relaxing ride, upgrade to an electric bike.
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Alcatraz Admission and Small-Group Craft Brews and Bike Tour in San Francisco

• 84 Reviews
• Visit Alcatraz and go on a beer-themed cycling tour through some of the city's hippest neighborhoods. This full-day excursion combines San Francisco's history; a ferry ride to Alcatraz and an audio tour of 'The Rock', with its modern craft brewing scene; a bike tour of the city's breweries and bars. With a local guide and a small group limited to 12 people or less, you'll enjoy personalized attention. Use of a bike and helmet is included, as well as one pint of craft beer.
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Best of San Francisco Private Walking Tour

• Experience the local side of San Francisco on a three-hour, private, walking tour of Chinatown, North Beach, Downtown, and the Embarcadero. Learn about the city’s diverse neighborhoods, and how they have evolved, explore secret alleyways and local art, meet shop keepers, and sample artisan treats form the San Francisco Farmer’s market. Ditch the selfie stick, and take home professional, frame-worthy photos of your day included with the tour.
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San Francisco Chinatown Ghost Walking Tour

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• Experience the supernatural side of one of the city’s most famous neighborhoods on this San Francisco ghost tour. During this evening walking tour, you’ll explore the streets of Chinatown with a guide, who fills you in on the spirits said to haunt this historic area. Hear chilling tales and mysteries, and enjoy an alternative way to discover Chinatown.
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The Castro: Historical Walking Tour of San Francisco's Gay & Lesbian District

• 94 Reviews
• Explore the LGBT history of the Castro on foot during this 2-hour walking tour. Follow your informative local guide through the famous neighborhood while learning about the local landmarks and historical sites. Be inspired by the rich, diverse history of this iconic district and its continuing role as an epicenter of LGBT activism and events.
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Craft Beer Walking Tour in San Francisco's Haight-Ashbury

• Travel back in time to 1967 and the Summer of Love on this 3.5-hour small-group walking tour and beer crawl in San Francisco’s Haight-Ashbury neighborhood. A professional guide will lead you through one of the city’s most historic neighborhoods, pointing out insider tips along the way. You’ll also get to stop at three local microbreweries and/or craft beer bars, sampling the product while enjoying light snacks. With history, culture and some of the best local food and drink. This tour has something for everyone.
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3-Hour Bike Tour from San Francisco to Sausalito via the Golden Gate Bridge

• Ride from Fisherman's Wharf in San Francisco across the Golden Gate Bridge to Sausalito with your guide on a private 3-hour tour. Follow your guide on paths that wind through the Presidio and across the Golden Gate Bridge, taking in views of the Pacific Ocean and historic landmarks along the way. Continue downhill to Sausalito, a charming waterside town that you have time to explore before returning to San Francisco by your choice of either ferry or bicycle—a great introduction to some of the city's most popular destinations.
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Art and Architecture Walking Tour of Union Square and Chinatown

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• Explore two of San Francisco's most distinctive neighborhoods side-by-side on a 2-hour walking tour of Chinatown and Union Square. Learn the fascinating history behind the oldest Chinatown in the United States, and be immersed in the city’s contrasting cultures as you stroll alongside cable cars through Union Square’s chic hotels, architectural landmarks, and luxury boutiques.
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Mission 24th Street San Francisco Food Tour

• If you believe in getting to know a city through its food, you don't want to miss San Francisco's Mission District, where this 3-hour walking tour introduces you to a variety of dishes and cuisines. Accompanied by a guide, you'll explore the neighborhood—a San Francisco favorite—on foot, stopping to taste tacos, house-cured pastrami, cupcakes, and more. All food tastings are included.
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Architecture Walk

• Discover the famed architecture of San Francisco on an architecture walking tour with a guide. You'll see the Painted Ladies and other Victorian gems as you learn about the Queen Anne style and more. Plus, pass by homes where celebrities such as Robin Williams and Francis Ford Coppola have lived and homes you may recognize from movies like "Mrs. Doubtfire" and "The Princess Diaries."
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San Francisco Coastal Walking Tour from the Golden Gate Bridge to Cliff House

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• There’s no doubt about it: San Francisco is a gorgeous city, and this small-group walking tour highlights some of its most spectacular scenery. Beginning at the Golden Gate Bridge, where you’ll take in sweeping views of San Francisco Bay and the city’s dramatic skyline, you’ll embark on a 4- to 5-mile (6.5- to 8-km) walking tour of SF’s western edge. This slow-paced hike follows the Pacific coastline, meandering through Baker Beach and past the mansions of Sea Cliff as you make your way toward the Sutro Baths at Land’s End. Limited to 12 participants for a more personalized experience.
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San Francisco City Bike Rental

• Ride a bike across the Golden Gate Bridge with a San Francisco Bike rental that’s convenient to the city’s scenic waterfront bike trail. Follow one of SF’s most classic rides: cruise across the bridge to a hilltop with sweeping views of the city, descend a winding, swooping hill into Sausalito, and return to the San Francisco waterfront by ferry. Enjoy the freedom of exploring by bike, on quiet roads and dedicated paths.
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Private San Francisco Walking Tour of Chinatown and North Beach

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• Explore Chinatown and North Beach with your own private guide on a 2-hour walking tour in San Francisco. Learn about the history of these two distinctive districts on a leisurely walk from Dragon's Gate in Chinatown, to Washington Square in North Beach. Pass by great eateries, cultural and historical landmarks, and more, and take home a set of professional photos of your provided by your guide.
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San Francisco to Sausalito Self-Guided Bike Tour

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• Explore San Francisco and Sausalito on your own with a self-guided bike tour that includes an optional return ferry ticket (not included). Pick up your bike at Fisherman’s Wharf, located near a well-maintained bike path that leads to the Golden Gate Bridge. Your bike rental comes with a map that shows you the best bike routes and popular stops such as Fort Mason, Palace of Fine Arts, Fort Point, the Bridge Pavilion, and Vista Point. You will be able to purchase the ferry tickets so you don't have to wait in line in Sausalito, which you can use or not use at your discretion.
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