San Francisco · GUIDED
Every trip has one free day too few. These 15 guided tours justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the fun part.
Visit Alcatraz by ferry, explore its prison blocks with a self-guided audio app, and enjoy sweeping views of San Francisco Bay.
“Amazing experience! If you come to San Francisco YOU MUST DO THIS!”
Ride from Fisherman’s Wharf across the Golden Gate Bridge to Sausalito, with scenic stops, a guide, and a 24-hour bike rental.
“Go with the electric bike. As someone from Illinois the idea of hills isn't part of my riding vocabulary. The E bike will make going up and down hills much less difficult.”
Walk San Francisco’s Castro with local guide Kathy, exploring Harvey Milk sites, LGBTQ memorials, activism, and neighborhood history in two hours.
“Kathy was very knowledgeable and showed us a lot of Castro’s history and culture. I thoroughly enjoyed the tour!”
Visit Muir Woods from San Francisco by luxury mini-bus, walk among giant redwoods, see Sausalito, and add a ferry or Big Bus city tour.
“We went to Muir Woods, Sausalito and ferry back. The overall experience was exceptional. Muir Woods is amazing . The ferry as well. The only thing keeping me from a 5 star rating is that our tour bus driver talked constantly. He is a wonderful delightful person but he did not need to talk all the time. It became too much after awhile. He also asked us not to talk so as not to distract him as he spoke. We were a smalll group of 10 so we all were pretty quiet anyway. There were many times I just wanted silence from the driver so I could take in the…”
Escape San Francisco for towering redwoods, Golden Gate views, and a short Sausalito stop on this practical half-day guided tour.
“No worries about driving around to and from location.”
Ride from San Francisco to Muir Woods for giant redwoods, a flat forest walk, Golden Gate views, and a stop in Sausalito.
“The trees were tremendously and straight. The forest was comfortable and shady.”
Review of the Muir Woods and Sausalito half-day tour from San Francisco, with redwoods, Golden Gate views, transport, timing, and value tips.
“Our driver was an excellent driver, taking the bus on very narrow streets. He also entertained us with trivia and stories the whole trip. We truly enjoyed the day.”
Ride San Francisco’s cable car from Powell Street to Fisherman’s Wharf with a flexible audio tour covering Union Square, Chinatown, Nob Hill, and North Beach.
“A really interesting way to see San Fran! The tour was very informative and really unique! Don’t forget to take time to visit the Wharf!”
Review of Gray Line’s 14-hour Yosemite day trip from San Francisco, with scenic stops, guided touring, three free hours, costs, and practical tips.
“Great day out, bring comfy boots or shoes, long journey there and back but worth it”
Explore Napa Valley on a seven-hour small-group tour with three boutique wineries, a picnic lunch, scenic views, and a designated guide.
“My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our trip with a guide and picnic lunch, the wineries we visited were all different and very interesting. Special mention has to go to our guide (and wine educator), Chris, was very knowledgeable, and gave some great advice. We were an eclectic bunch who began the day as strangers, but all got to know each other as things progressed. Overall, an easy, instructive and enjoyable way to visit a couple of smaller wineries.”
Trade San Francisco for giant redwoods, Golden Gate views, and two Russian River wineries on this full-day guided bus tour.
“Guide to go muir woods patrick was fantastic , and the wine was delicious”
Ride from Fisherman’s Wharf across the Golden Gate Bridge to Sausalito with a guide, photo stops, bike options, and ferry return.
“The guide John was the best guide we have ever had. His knowledge and passion for what he does is commendable. The E bikes need some attention one of our bikes stopped working in electric mode on the way back to the finish point.”
See San Francisco’s top sights, cross the Golden Gate, and explore Alcatraz with ferry tickets and guided city transport included.
“My family and I had a great time. Keith went out of his way to make sure the guests had a good time. His stories from his growing up as a native San Franciscan personalized the experience. Definitely would go again”
Ride an electric bike from Fisherman’s Wharf across the Golden Gate Bridge to Sausalito, then return by ferry for bay and skyline views.
“Would highly recommend this tour. Our guide Orla was fantastic, very informative and a really lovely lady. Had an amazing day seeing all the sights”
Cycle from Fisherman’s Wharf across the Golden Gate Bridge to Sausalito and Tiburon, with maps, gear, ferry options, and a full day to explore.
Pick a shoreline, a hill or a tasting room.
