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North Beach & Little Italy Walking Tour: Food, History & Flavor

Definitely one for the food lovers, the Little Italy and North Beach Walking Tour is a glimpse into the blend of culture and cuisine of …More

4.8 (1,170)

North Beach & Little Italy Walking Tour: Food, History & Flavor

Definitely one for the food lovers, the Little Italy and North Beach Walking Tour is a glimpse into the blend of culture and cuisine of...

3 hours • Free Cancellation
4.8 (1,170)
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$86
San Francisco Golden Gate Bay Cruise

Experience San Francisco’s iconic waterfront with the original San Francisco Bay sightseeing cruise company, family owned and operated since 1892. Departing from Pier 43½ at …More

4.8 (1,631)

San Francisco Golden Gate Bay Cruise

Experience San Francisco’s iconic waterfront with the original San Francisco Bay sightseeing cruise company, family owned and operated since 1892. Departing from Pier 43½ at...

1 hour • Free Cancellation
4.8 (1,631)
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$39
Ghost Hunt in SF Chinatown with a Professional Investigator

Brave San Francisco’s dark and ghostly past on a real ghost hunt down historic alleys. You’ll use modern ghost hunting gear, including your own EMF …More

4.8 (929)

Ghost Hunt in SF Chinatown with a Professional Investigator

Brave San Francisco’s dark and ghostly past on a real ghost hunt down historic alleys. You’ll use modern ghost hunting gear, including your own EMF...

1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.8 (929)
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$55
Painted Ladies San Francisco City Tour

Come jump on a city tour with us to cruise through some of the 15 top city highlights including Union Square, Chinatown, North Beach, Hayes …More

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4.9 (2,353)

Painted Ladies San Francisco City Tour

Come jump on a city tour with us to cruise through some of the 15 top city highlights including Union Square, Chinatown, North Beach, Hayes...

2 hours • Free Cancellation
4.9 (2,353)
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$82
San Francisco Love Tour

For an unforgettable City Sightseeing tour, hitch a ride in a 1970's VW Hippie bus. This is an authentic and unique way to experience San …More

4.9 (3,044)

San Francisco Love Tour

For an unforgettable City Sightseeing tour, hitch a ride in a 1970's VW Hippie bus. This is an authentic and unique way to experience San...

2 hours • Free Cancellation
4.9 (3,044)
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$99
San Francisco City Tour, Muir Woods & Sausalito: Half or Full Day

Discover the best of San Francisco with Dylan’s Tours’ signature small-group experience, combining iconic city sightseeing with a visit to Muir Woods National Monument. This …More

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4.9 (808)

San Francisco City Tour, Muir Woods & Sausalito: Half or Full Day

Discover the best of San Francisco with Dylan’s Tours’ signature small-group experience, combining iconic city sightseeing with a visit to Muir Woods National Monument. This...

4 to 7 hours • Free Cancellation
4.9 (808)
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$109
Chinatown, North Beach, Little Italy: 7 Tastings & History

Spend an afternoon exploring two of San Francisco's vibrant areas for food and nightlife on a walking tour through Chinatown and North Beach. On their …More

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4.9 (1,421)

Chinatown, North Beach, Little Italy: 7 Tastings & History

Spend an afternoon exploring two of San Francisco's vibrant areas for food and nightlife on a walking tour through Chinatown and North Beach. On their...

4 hours • Free Cancellation
4.9 (1,421)
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$96
California Academy of Sciences General Admission Ticket

Embark on a science adventure when you visit the world's only aquarium, planetarium, rainforest, and natural history museum - all under one living roof! And …More

4.5 (551)

California Academy of Sciences General Admission Ticket

Embark on a science adventure when you visit the world's only aquarium, planetarium, rainforest, and natural history museum - all under one living roof! And...

3 to 5 hours • Free Cancellation
4.5 (551)
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$49
Vantigo - The Original San Francisco VW Bus Tour

Looking for an authentic San Francisco experience? Trade the tour bus for a vintage Volkswagen van that easily navigates the city’s less-traveled lanes. The ORIGINAL …More

5.0 (805)

Vantigo - The Original San Francisco VW Bus Tour

Looking for an authentic San Francisco experience? Trade the tour bus for a vintage Volkswagen van that easily navigates the city’s less-traveled lanes. The ORIGINAL...

3 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (805)
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$103
San Francisco Bay Cruise

You haven’t fully experienced San Francisco until you’ve taken a Bay Cruise. This popular 1-hour excursion heads underneath the Golden Gate Bridge, around Alcatraz Island, …More

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4.6 (365)

San Francisco Bay Cruise

You haven’t fully experienced San Francisco until you’ve taken a Bay Cruise. This popular 1-hour excursion heads underneath the Golden Gate Bridge, around Alcatraz Island,...

1 hour • Free Cancellation
4.6 (365)
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$39
Chinatown Walking Tour: Food, History & Flavor

There are two Chinatowns, one that you see from a van or bus, and the one that can only be experienced on foot in the …More

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4.9 (687)

Chinatown Walking Tour: Food, History & Flavor

There are two Chinatowns, one that you see from a van or bus, and the one that can only be experienced on foot in the...

3 hours • Free Cancellation
4.9 (687)
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$86
San Francisco LGBTQ Walking Tour with Local Guide

Cruisin' the Castro Walking tours celebrates 34 years of Pride and as San Francisco's first and ONLY Legacy Business Tour Company! This prestigious award recognizes …More

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4.9 (606)

San Francisco LGBTQ Walking Tour with Local Guide

Cruisin' the Castro Walking tours celebrates 34 years of Pride and as San Francisco's first and ONLY Legacy Business Tour Company! This prestigious award recognizes...

2 hours
4.9 (606)
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$40
Escape from the Rock! Cruise around Alcatraz

Embark on a 90-minute cruise along the San Francisco waterfront, under the Golden Gate Bridge and past Angel Island State Park before circling Alcatraz Island for an …More

4.5 (145)

Escape from the Rock! Cruise around Alcatraz

Embark on a 90-minute cruise along the San Francisco waterfront, under the Golden Gate Bridge and past Angel Island State Park before circling Alcatraz Island for an...

1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.5 (145)
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$48
Alcatraz Inside Tour With Ferry, Free Audio and Night Option

Experience visiting an unforgettable experience that combines history, mystery and incredible views. It is a bucket list San Francisco experience.This tour guarantees admission to Alcatraz …More

4.5 (191)

Alcatraz Inside Tour With Ferry, Free Audio and Night Option

Experience visiting an unforgettable experience that combines history, mystery and incredible views. It is a bucket list San Francisco experience.This tour guarantees admission to Alcatraz...

2 to 4 hours
4.5 (191)
from
$76
San Francisco Fire Engine Tour

Looking for something different and exciting to do? Ride over the Golden Gate Bridge in a shiny red fire engine! San Francisco's fun and only, …More

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4.9 (299)

San Francisco Fire Engine Tour

Looking for something different and exciting to do? Ride over the Golden Gate Bridge in a shiny red fire engine! San Francisco's fun and only,...

1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.9 (299)
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$69
Hidden Stairways of San Francisco

Please note: this walk is not at all strenuous. Obviously there's some stairs but this is done at a leisurely pace and suitable for almost …More

5.0 (265)

Hidden Stairways of San Francisco

Please note: this walk is not at all strenuous. Obviously there's some stairs but this is done at a leisurely pace and suitable for almost...

2 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (265)
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$37
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise

Choose between a day tour or a special night tour of Alcatraz. The night tour includes a narrated cruise at sunset, cell door demonstrations, and …More

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4.5 (838)

Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise

Choose between a day tour or a special night tour of Alcatraz. The night tour includes a narrated cruise at sunset, cell door demonstrations, and...

2 to 4 hours
4.5 (838)
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$139
San Francisco to Muir Woods Shuttle

We are the only company in San Francisco offering a round-trip, direct shuttle from San Francisco to the majestic Red Woods in Muir Woods! Enjoy …More

4.9 (203)

San Francisco to Muir Woods Shuttle

We are the only company in San Francisco offering a round-trip, direct shuttle from San Francisco to the majestic Red Woods in Muir Woods! Enjoy...

4 hours • Free Cancellation
4.9 (203)
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$79
San Francisco Chinatown Walking Tour

Discover San Francisco's Chinatown on this fascinating walking tour. Immerse yourself in the vibrant colors and rich heritage and culture of this storied neighborhood as …More

4.9 (783)

San Francisco Chinatown Walking Tour

Discover San Francisco's Chinatown on this fascinating walking tour. Immerse yourself in the vibrant colors and rich heritage and culture of this storied neighborhood as...

2 hours • Free Cancellation
4.9 (783)
from
$59
de Young Museum General Admission Ticket

Explore one of San Francisco’s most distinguished art collections at the de Young Museum, situated in lovely Golden Gate Park. Wander through the museum’s spectacular …More

4.4 (95)

de Young Museum General Admission Ticket

Explore one of San Francisco’s most distinguished art collections at the de Young Museum, situated in lovely Golden Gate Park. Wander through the museum’s spectacular...

2 to 4 hours
4.4 (95)
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$25

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Love Tour
New York City
San Francisco Love Tour
Luna_R, Sep 2026
Love Tour
We had such a great experience on the Love Tour! It was so much fun, and we really recommend it to anyone visiting San Francisco. Our tour guide was amazing and explained everything so well, including the history and interesting facts about the city.We got to see so many of San Francisco’s highlights, made several stops, and even had photos taken for us. It was a great way to see the city and learn about it at the same time. We really enjoyed the whole experience and would definitely recommend this tour to everyone visiting San Francisco! ❤️
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Painted Ladies San Francisco City Tour
New York City
Painted Ladies San Francisco City Tour
Darries_J, Sep 2026
Painted Ladies San Francisco City Tour
Great tour! Your guide was amazing. Very knowledgeable and helpful. He explained every aspect of the city, such as much see sites. Recommend this tour to everyone!
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Incredible tour in San Francisco
New York City
Painted Ladies San Francisco City Tour
Shawn_M, Sep 2026
Incredible tour in San Francisco
Our guide, Dominic, was superb. Very knowledgeable about the city and its neighborhoods. Didn’t claim to know it all, but knows a lot. So passionate about the city.
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Scott was an excellent...
New York City
Chinatown, North Beach, Little Italy: 7 Tastings & History
Jim_I, Sep 2026
Scott was an excellent...
Scott was an excellent tour guide. I would recommend it to friends and family.excellent tour company.
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Fantastic Tour and so many highlights of the city.
New York City
San Francisco to Muir Woods Shuttle
Kathleen_C, Sep 2026
Fantastic Tour and so many highlights of the city.
This was such a great tour and it was more more than just the woods. There was a super overarching history of the city. I would do it again.
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China Town and North Beach with Brian
New York City
Chinatown, North Beach, Little Italy: 7 Tastings & History
Linda_J, Sep 2026
China Town and North Beach with Brian
This tour was really good! Brian, our guide was great, he was funny and interesting. He had a lot of knowledge about S.F. history. Started with Chinese onion buns then to a dim sum place with Peking duck and green beans etc. Fortune cookie bakery, moon pies, Sam’s burgers (really good!) Fudge shop, pizza and canoli. We also went to a wok shop and I got a wok and spatula. A tea place where we bought loose tea and a steeper. It was 5 hours! Really good! Highly recommend!
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Great afternoon in Chinatown
New York City
Chinatown Walking Tour: Food, History & Flavor
Catherine_K, Sep 2026
Great afternoon in Chinatown
Great way to see Chinatown, sample some of the cuisine, and learn a little of the history. Brian was an excellent guide and was able to adapt the tour to the questions and interests of the group. And he was funny—a talent that always makes a tour fun.
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Love Tour
New York City
San Francisco Love Tour
Diana_H, Sep 2026
Love Tour
Marvelous, fun tour. Tara was a wonderful guide. Entertaining and informative. Great music and great sights. Riding down crooked Lombard St singing, with our radio blaring, and giving peace sign to all the folks photographing us is a memory to keep. I highly recommend this tour.
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Don't miss out on a great experience with Chad and his pretty blue VW van!!!
New York City
Vantigo – The Original San Francisco VW Bus Tour
Melissa_b, Sep 2026
Don't miss out on a great experience with Chad and his pretty blue VW van!!!
Chad was fantastic! Great vibes and energy! Wealth of information ! If you want to see San Francisco he's your guy!!!
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Lots of food & history
New York City
Chinatown Walking Tour: Food, History & Flavor
R3648JXjw, Sep 2026
Lots of food & history
We had a terrific time on the SF Chinatown Food Tour. Isabella, our guide provided wonderful historical & timely info. Food portions were varied & large portions. Be sure to go hungry. A truly enjoyable experience
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Our guide was really...
New York City
North Beach & Little Italy Walking Tour: Food, History & Flavor
Deborah_S, Sep 2026
Our guide was really...
Our guide was really knowledgeable about the city’s history. We’ve been on several food tours in the US and Europe. The emphasis was mostly about the food. This tour guide was able to explain the background and history behind the food, the restaurants and community.
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great job
New York City
San Francisco City Tour, Muir Woods & Sausalito: Half or Full Day
Connector41216899733, Sep 2026
great job
A very unforgettable ! The tour guide was very professional and attentive.
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10 Stars for Chad (and Harvey) ;)
New York City
Vantigo – The Original San Francisco VW Bus Tour
Jennifer_A, Sep 2026
10 Stars for Chad (and Harvey) ;)
My sister and I took a VW tour of San Francisco with our guide, Chad, and it was one of the highlights of our trip! We explored Haight-Ashbury, the Golden Gate Bridge, Fisherman’s Wharf, Chinatown, Little Italy, the Painted Ladies, the iconic Full House setting, and more.The small-group experience was intimate, relaxed, and so much fun. Chad was fantastic—knowledgeable and entertaining, with funny stories and perfectly timed music to match the different areas we visited.And then there was Harvey, our VW bus! He added just the right amount of kitsch and personality to an already memorable experience.If 10 stars were an option, we’d give it 10! Highly recommend this tour for a fun and unique way to experience San Francisco.
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Highly recommend, such an interesting visit
New York City
Alcatraz Inside Tour With Ferry, Free Audio and Night Option
Lisa_M, Sep 2026
Highly recommend, such an interesting visit
Great day spent exploring Alcatraz. I highly recommend. It was so interesting learning about the history of the prison.
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Great multi-sensory museum for all ages
New York City
California Academy of Sciences General Admission Ticket
Cerissa_Y, Sep 2026
Great multi-sensory museum for all ages
This is a great place to beat the heat or cold while learning a ton and having fun. All ages will enjoy this museum.
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Worth it!
New York City
San Francisco Golden Gate Bay Cruise
Maddie_C, Sep 2026
Worth it!
We went to a 5:15pm and truly couldn’t recommend the time slot enough. It was a perfect activity to do to see the city while traveling for work!
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