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Big Bus San Francisco: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour - 17 Stops

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Overview

Explore the best of San Francisco on board a Big Bus Tour. We offer the most comprehensive tour with over 16 hop-on hop-off locations spanning from Fisherman’s Wharf to the Golden Gate Bridge. No need to switch buses – our one full city loop will take you to famous neighborhoods and attractions including Pier 39, Chinatown, Little Italy, Painted Ladies Victorian Homes, Haight-Ashbury Neighborhood, Golden Gate Park, Lombard Crooked Street, Union Square Shopping District and an unforgettable journey across the Golden Gate Bridge. With 16 stops, hop-on and hop-off at your leisure and experience San Francisco’s diverse culture, eclectic food, beautiful parks, stunning architecture, world-class shopping and picturesque views.

What's Included

  • Open-top double decker bus
  • Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour, 24 or 48-hour ticket
  • Buy 1 hour bike rental get 1 hour free from any Blazing Saddles shop
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Parking Fees
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What To Expect

Day Tour - Red Route

18 Stops | 28 Points of Interest


Duration: 2 hours


Operating Schedule: Operating Hours: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Tour Duration: 2.5 hours to complete the full route without exiting Bus Frequency: Every 15 Minutes Download the free Big Bus app for city information and live bus tracking.

Big Bus Tours San Francisco

Stop 1 - Big Bus Tours Visitors Center

Ghirardelli Square

Stop 2 - Columbus/Ghirardelli Square (North Point between Jones and Columbus)

329 Columbus Ave

Stop 3 - North Beach / Chinatown

Embarcadero

Stop 4 - Embarcadero Center - Clay St (between Battery & Front Streets)

Ferry Building

Stop 5 - Ferry Building - 30 Steuart St (Between Steuart & Market Streets)

Union Square

Stop 6 - 280 Geary St (opposite Macy's entrance, next to steps)

Hilton San Francisco Union Square

Stop 7 - Hilton Hotel - Mason Street, between O'Farrell and Ellis Streets (outside Hilton Hotel entrance)

Civic Center

Stop 8 - Civic Center - 350 McCallister Street (White Zone outside Earl Warren Building)

Alamo Square

Stop 9 - Alamo Square - 944 Fell Street (next to Mosaic wall near corner with Pierce St)

Haight-Ashbury

Stop 10 - Haight Ashbury - 1816 Haight Street (opposite Cha Cha Cha restaurant)

Golden Gate Park

Stop 11 - Golden Gate Park - (Monday-Saturday only) outside California Academy of Sciences

Golden Gate Park

Sundays and Public Holidays - Bus stop on Lincoln Way at 9th Avenue

Golden Gate Bridge

Stop 12 - North Vista Point / Golden Gate Bridge - North Vista Point (lookout parking area off highway)

Palace of Fine Arts

Stop 13 - Palace of Fine Arts - 1105 Gorgas Avenue (Corner of Gorgas Ave and Richardson Ave)

Cow Hollow

Stop 14 - Lombard Street - 2101 Lombard Street (SW corner of Lombard and Fillmore Sts)

Lombard Street

Stop 15 - Lombard Street - 1599 Lombard St (outside Buena Vista Motor Inn near corner with Gough St)

Pier 35

Stop 16 - Pier 35 / Cruise Terminal - 1454 The Embarcadero (outside Pier 35 cruise terminal entrance)

PIER 39

Stop 17 - Pier 39 - The Embarcadero, bus stop outside the entrance to Pier 39, Fisherman’s Wharf

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Wheelchair accessible, please call ahead for arrangements
  • Show your paper or mobile voucher to a member of the Big Bus staff at any of the stops along your route to redeem.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Big Bus San Francisco: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour – 17 Stops?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. 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). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • Open-top double decker bus
  • Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour, 24 or 48-hour ticket
  • Buy 1 hour bike rental get 1 hour free from any Blazing Saddles shop
  • 1-hour Panoramic Sunset Tour (if option selected)
  • 1-hour Digital Chinatown Walking Tour (if option selected)
  • Half-Day Wine Tour - 2 wineries with Tastings (if option selected)
  • Digital audio commentary with souvenir earbuds provided
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Parking Fees

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • 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
  • Wheelchair accessible, please call ahead for arrangements
  • Show your paper or mobile voucher to a member of the Big Bus staff at any of the stops along your route to redeem.
  • Download the free Big Bus App for live bus tracking, bus stop locations, and more
  • Hop-on Hop-off tour ticket is valid for use during operating hours for 24 or 48 hours after first use.
  • Chinatown Walking Tour departs at 1PM daily from Stop #2 North Beach/Chinatown

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • 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).

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