San Francisco Grand City Tour

4.2 (613 reviews) San Francisco, USA
Duration4h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Enjoy a four-hour guided tour of San Francisco. At each stop, you’ll have the chance to get off the bus and see the sights.

Tour the city from the Bay to the Pacific Ocean, with photo stops at key locations. Enjoy great views and visit famous attractions, including the Golden Gate Bridge, Twin peaks, Land's End, and Palace of Fine Arts.

Opt to upgrade your tour to include a bay cruise, or 4-hour bike rental, or a visit to the Aquarium of the Bay, to complete your San Francisco experience!

Options

AM City Tour

AM City Tour : San Francisco Deluxe Half-Day City Tour AM

AM City Tour & Aquarium

San Francisco Deluxe Half-Day City Tour AM & Aquarium of the Bay Admission

AM City Tour & Bay Cruise

9:00am Tour & Bay Cruise: San Francisco Deluxe Half-Day City Tour AM and an hour-long cruise of San Francisco Bay

What's included

  • Bay Cruise if option selected.
  • Transport by luxury coach + certified step-on Tour Guide
  • Narrated bus tour of San Francisco + Plenty of photo stops
  • Choose from two departure locations in San Francisco: Fisherman's Wharf or Union Square
  • Aquarium of the Bay Entrance Fee if option selected.
  • Food and drinks.
  • not included
  • Hotel Pick-up & drop-off Not included

What to expect

  1. Pass by
    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
  2. Van Ness Avenue
    Pass by
    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.
  3. Cow Hollow
    Pass by
    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.
  4. Palace of Fine Arts Theatre
    10m
    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.
  5. Golden Gate Bridge
    15m
    Stop at the Golden Gate Bridge to enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of this iconic landmark. Capture memorable photos of this engineering marvel and enjoy the fresh coastal breeze.
  6. Presidio of San Francisco
    Pass by
    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.
  7. Lands End
    15m
    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.
  8. Golden Gate Park
    Pass by
    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.
  9. Haight-Ashbury
    Pass by
    Travelers will see where the Hippie movement began during the Summer of Love. Unusual stores, unique dining and live entertainment.
  10. Twin Peaks
    15m
    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
  11. The Castro
    Pass by
    Descending down towards Market Street, we enter the Castro District.
    All are welcome and safe in this LGBT community!
  12. Ferry Plaza Farmer's Market
    Pass by
    This major thoroughfare in San Francisco. We drive east from the Castro towards the Ferry Building and the downtown Financial District.
  13. Financial District
    Pass by
    Among the skyscrapers that dominate the skyline (Transamerica Pyramid, Salesforce Tower), there is a wealth of tech business and Fortune 500 companies.
  14. Chinatown
    Pass by
    Passing under the "Dragon Gates" of Chinatown, traveler's enter a bustling district of commerce bursting with color.
  15. North Beach
    Pass by
    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".
  16. Fisherman's Wharf
    5m
    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.
  17. Union Square
    5m
    Union Square:
    Final drop-off location

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Gray Line Fisherman’s Wharf Departure Location
2805 Leavenworth St.
Arrive by 8:45 AM to check-in
Bus Departs at 9:00 AM
Although there is no physical location, you'll easily spot Pomegranate Café directly across the street. Simply wait there, and our representative will meet you.

Meeting point

Union Square Departure Location
478 Post St.
Arrive by 8:25 AM to check-in
Bus Departs at 8:40 AM
Although there is no physical location, you'll find Encore Café situated right next door. For boarding the bus, simply head across the street to meet our representative and board the bus.

End point

Gray Line Fisherman’s Wharf Departure Location
2805 Leavenworth St.
Arrive by 8:45 AM to check-in
Bus Departs at 9:00 AM
Although there is no physical location, you'll easily spot Pomegranate Café directly across the street. Simply wait there, and our representative will meet you.

End point

Union Square Departure Location
478 Post St.
Arrive by 8:25 AM to check-in
Bus Departs at 8:40 AM
Although there is no physical location, you'll find Encore Café situated right next door. For boarding the bus, simply head across the street to meet our representative and board the bus.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • 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.
  • If you choose the option that includes the Aquarium of the Bay Admission, please visit their site for Aquarium of the Bay hours.
  • If you choose the option that includes the Bay Cruise Adventure, please visit the Blue & Gold site for the seasonal schedule.
  • 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.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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