San Francisco City Highlights Day Tour
Overview
See San Francisco's best-known landmarks on a full-day city tour covering the waterfront, famous hills, and architectural highlights. Visit the Golden Gate Bridge, Palace of Fine Arts, Lombard Street, Fisherman's Wharf, Civic Center, and Twin Peaks, with an optional San Francisco Bay cruise. The route offers a broad introduction to the city with scenic viewpoints and time at its most recognizable attractions.
What's Included
- San Francisco Bay cruise (90mins) (Only if option of Tour with Bay Cruise selected)
- Fuel surcharge
- Ride in Comfortable and Professionally Maintained Vehicles (vehicle based on number of guests)
- Gratuities for driver and tour guide
- Travel with an expert Tour Guide/Driver Guide for a Smooth and Insightful Journey
- Personal Expenses
- Meals, Food and Drinks
- San Francisco Bay cruise (90mins) (Only if option of Tour with Bay Cruise not selected)
What To Expect
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San Francisco (pass by)
Golden Gate Bridge
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Palace of Fine Arts Theatre
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Lombard Street
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Fisherman's Wharf
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
San Francisco
1 hour 20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers under 18 must be with an adult. Pregnant travelers allowed if under 24 weeks.
- Tour duration includes visit times, travel, traffic, and driving between locations.
- Please verify your name and contact details; errors may incur additional costs.
- The San Francisco Bay Cruise on the day may be either 60 or 90 minutes, depending on the cruise operator‘s schedule; as the pricing differs between the two durations, any price difference will need to be paid to the tour guide on-site accordingly.
- For multiple bookings, please provide all confirmation numbers after booking to ensure you travel on the same bus.
- By selecting an option and completing your booking, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to the tour's full product description, including all details about itinerary, included and excluded fees. Your payment indicates your acceptance of these terms.
- Tickets & Admission: Third-party attraction tickets or city passes are not accepted. All admission tickets must be purchased during booking or from your guide on the day of the tour.
- Bring comfortable shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, sun hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, cash, and water for hydration. A valid reachable phone number is required for safety and trip communication.
- For individual special needs, tour operator may not be able to guarantee it. For special reasons, please confirm with the tour operator whether your special request is feasible after your booking is confirmed.
- Please note: Cash is required during the tour for certain attractions, shops, and tickets. Guests are advised to prepare sufficient cash in advance.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 55 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Activity code: C-132218P151
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Average 3.88 out of 5 stars based on 8 traveler reviews collected by Cool San Francisco and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool San Francisco customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (PDT).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- San Francisco Bay cruise (90mins) (Only if option of Tour with Bay Cruise selected).
- Fuel surcharge.
- Ride in Comfortable and Professionally Maintained Vehicles (vehicle based on number of guests).
- Gratuities for driver and tour guide.
- Travel with an expert Tour Guide/Driver Guide for a Smooth and Insightful Journey.
- Personal Expenses.
- Meals, Food and Drinks.
- San Francisco Bay cruise (90mins) (Only if option of Tour with Bay Cruise not selected).
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the San Francisco City Highlights Day Tour is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for San Francisco City Highlights Day Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool San Francisco. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- San Francisco Bay cruise (90mins) (Only if option of Tour with Bay Cruise selected)
- Fuel surcharge
- Ride in Comfortable and Professionally Maintained Vehicles (vehicle based on number of guests)
- Gratuities for driver and tour guide
- Travel with an expert Tour Guide/Driver Guide for a Smooth and Insightful Journey
- Personal Expenses
- Meals, Food and Drinks
- San Francisco Bay cruise (90mins) (Only if option of Tour with Bay Cruise not selected)
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers under 18 must be with an adult. Pregnant travelers allowed if under 24 weeks.
- Tour duration includes visit times, travel, traffic, and driving between locations.
- Please verify your name and contact details; errors may incur additional costs.
- The San Francisco Bay Cruise on the day may be either 60 or 90 minutes, depending on the cruise operator‘s schedule; as the pricing differs between the two durations, any price difference will need to be paid to the tour guide on-site accordingly.
- For multiple bookings, please provide all confirmation numbers after booking to ensure you travel on the same bus.
- By selecting an option and completing your booking, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to the tour's full product description, including all details about itinerary, included and excluded fees. Your payment indicates your acceptance of these terms.
- Tickets & Admission: Third-party attraction tickets or city passes are not accepted. All admission tickets must be purchased during booking or from your guide on the day of the tour.
- Bring comfortable shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, sun hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, cash, and water for hydration. A valid reachable phone number is required for safety and trip communication.
- For individual special needs, tour operator may not be able to guarantee it. For special reasons, please confirm with the tour operator whether your special request is feasible after your booking is confirmed.
- Please note: Cash is required during the tour for certain attractions, shops, and tickets. Guests are advised to prepare sufficient cash in advance.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 55 travelers
