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Guided E Bike Tour in San Francisco

Come Ride San Francisco's Best Guided eBike Tour. This is an extra special tour on brand new, well maintained ebikes. We offer the only tour …More

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Guided E Bike Tour in San Francisco

Come Ride San Francisco's Best Guided eBike Tour. This is an extra special tour on brand new, well maintained ebikes. We offer the only tour...

2 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (2)
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$120
Alcatraz Inside Tour and All Day Hop On Hop Off with Night Option

Open-Top Double-Decker Bus Adventure: Hop on and off all day long with our lively hop-on-hop-off service! Buses roll up every 30 minutes, ready to whisk …More

4.3 (3)

Alcatraz Inside Tour and All Day Hop On Hop Off with Night Option

Open-Top Double-Decker Bus Adventure: Hop on and off all day long with our lively hop-on-hop-off service! Buses roll up every 30 minutes, ready to whisk...

2 to 5 hours
4.3 (3)
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$141
Half-Day San Francisco City Overview Tour

Short on time but want to see the whole city? This half-day overview hits every major San Francisco highlight, including the Golden Gate Bridge, Coit …More

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Half-Day San Francisco City Overview Tour

Short on time but want to see the whole city? This half-day overview hits every major San Francisco highlight, including the Golden Gate Bridge, Coit...

4 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (3)
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$119
Alcatraz Prison Tour with Self-Guided Audio Tour and Ferry Rides

The Alcatraz Island Tour offers a unique glimpse into the historic former prison, accessible via a scenic ferry ride from Pier 33 in San Francisco. …More

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Alcatraz Prison Tour with Self-Guided Audio Tour and Ferry Rides

The Alcatraz Island Tour offers a unique glimpse into the historic former prison, accessible via a scenic ferry ride from Pier 33 in San Francisco....

2 to 3 hours
4.6 (5)
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$89
San Francisco Half-Day Highlights Tour

This half-day tour is designed to show you the very best of San Francisco in just a few hours—without feeling rushed. You'll stop at iconic …More

4.2 (25)

San Francisco Half-Day Highlights Tour

This half-day tour is designed to show you the very best of San Francisco in just a few hours—without feeling rushed. You'll stop at iconic...

4 hours • Free Cancellation
4.2 (25)
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$69
30-40 Minute Airplane San Francisco Bay Flight Tour

You haven't Discovered San Francisco until you've seen it from the air. On this scenic, 45-minute flight, appreciate the views from a truly unique perspective. Look …More

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30-40 Minute Airplane San Francisco Bay Flight Tour

You haven't Discovered San Francisco until you've seen it from the air. On this scenic, 45-minute flight, appreciate the views from a truly unique perspective. Look...

30 to 40 minutes
4.5 (17)
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$319
Food, History, and Resistance: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

Explore San Francisco's historic Japantown at your own pace on this self-guided audio tour. Japanese-American local Kristin Eriko Posner will guide you through the neighborhood, …More

5.0 (9)

Food, History, and Resistance: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

Explore San Francisco's historic Japantown at your own pace on this self-guided audio tour. Japanese-American local Kristin Eriko Posner will guide you through the neighborhood,...

50 to 60 minutes
5.0 (9)
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$12
Full-Day San Francisco Tour with a Local, Custom + Private

You’ll join our local San Francisco host for an authentic experience of their home-city. Picture a sunset overlooking the Golden Gate Bridge, eating your way …More

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Full-Day San Francisco Tour with a Local, Custom + Private

You’ll join our local San Francisco host for an authentic experience of their home-city. Picture a sunset overlooking the Golden Gate Bridge, eating your way...

7 to 8 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (3)
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$100
Silicon Valley Tour from San Francisco Private

You will learn the history of San Francisco and the Bay Area, why Silicon Valley is here, and how it started. We will pick you …More

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Silicon Valley Tour from San Francisco Private

You will learn the history of San Francisco and the Bay Area, why Silicon Valley is here, and how it started. We will pick you...

8 to 10 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
5.0 (4)
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$1,099
An Exciting Scavenger Hunt: Along Fisherman’s Wharf

Let’s Roam is the #1 app-led adventure hunt company. Discover the best landmarks and hidden gems, answering trivia questions and tackling thrilling challenges. Team up …More

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An Exciting Scavenger Hunt: Along Fisherman’s Wharf

Let’s Roam is the #1 app-led adventure hunt company. Discover the best landmarks and hidden gems, answering trivia questions and tackling thrilling challenges. Team up...

2 hours
4.4 (5)
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$12
San Francisco Quest: Summer of Love in Haight-Ashbury

You're a private investigator hired to find a missing 19-year-old who fled to San Francisco to experience the 1967 Summer of Love. You follow her …More

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San Francisco Quest: Summer of Love in Haight-Ashbury

You're a private investigator hired to find a missing 19-year-old who fled to San Francisco to experience the 1967 Summer of Love. You follow her...

1 to 2 hours • Free Cancellation
4.2 (14)
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$7
San Francisco: Food + History + Art Tour

There are no cupcakes or amuse bouches – we give you "real" food that's authentic to San Francisco and California, and tell you real history. …More

5.0 (4)

San Francisco: Food + History + Art Tour

There are no cupcakes or amuse bouches – we give you "real" food that's authentic to San Francisco and California, and tell you real history....

3 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (4)
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$100
Private Tour Muir Woods and Sausalito

his Tour will take you across the Golden Gate Bridge, walk among old growth coast redwoods of the famous Muir Woods National Monument Park. You …More

5.0 (1)

Private Tour Muir Woods and Sausalito

his Tour will take you across the Golden Gate Bridge, walk among old growth coast redwoods of the famous Muir Woods National Monument Park. You...

4 to 5 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
5.0 (1)
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$699
The Ghosts of San Francisco Haunted Audio App Walking Tour

On this ghoulish adventure you’ll explore the haunted neighborhoods of Union Square, Nob Hill, the Barbary Coast, Chinatown, see their haunted spots and hear their …More

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The Ghosts of San Francisco Haunted Audio App Walking Tour

On this ghoulish adventure you’ll explore the haunted neighborhoods of Union Square, Nob Hill, the Barbary Coast, Chinatown, see their haunted spots and hear their...

60 to 90 minutes • Free Cancellation
5.0 (2)
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$7
San Francisco Sightseeing Tours

As longtime locals of San Francisco, we know the ideal spots to see within the city! Whether it's your first-time visiting SF, or you're a …More

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San Francisco Sightseeing Tours

As longtime locals of San Francisco, we know the ideal spots to see within the city! Whether it's your first-time visiting SF, or you're a...

4 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
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$799
San Francisco Chinatown Walking Tour With A Guide

Experience the vibrant culture of San Francisco's Chinatown on an immersive walking tour. With a knowledgeable guide, navigate through bustling streets adorned with colorful Chinese …More

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San Francisco Chinatown Walking Tour With A Guide

Experience the vibrant culture of San Francisco's Chinatown on an immersive walking tour. With a knowledgeable guide, navigate through bustling streets adorned with colorful Chinese...

2 hours • Free Cancellation
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$61
Cultura y Comida: Mission District Food & Culture Tour

Explore the Mission District with someone who actually grew up here! With one of the most vibrant culinary scenes in the world, our rich Latino …More

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Cultura y Comida: Mission District Food & Culture Tour

Explore the Mission District with someone who actually grew up here! With one of the most vibrant culinary scenes in the world, our rich Latino...

2 hours • Free Cancellation
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$69
Tenderloin LGBTQ+ History Tour

I am a San Francisco native with six generations in the City. I have written three books about San Francisco and record a San Francisco …More

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Tenderloin LGBTQ+ History Tour

I am a San Francisco native with six generations in the City. I have written three books about San Francisco and record a San Francisco...

1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
5.0 (3)
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$39
San Francisco Photography Walk Discover Pier 70 and Mission Bay

Explore the vibrant transformation of Pier 70 and Mission Bay on a guided photo walk designed for all photography and urban history enthusiasts. Led by …More

5.0 (2)

San Francisco Photography Walk Discover Pier 70 and Mission Bay

Explore the vibrant transformation of Pier 70 and Mission Bay on a guided photo walk designed for all photography and urban history enthusiasts. Led by...

2 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (2)
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$29
SFO Pick-Up with City Sightseeing Tour

This convenient form of transportation takes you from San Francisco International Airport to the all-encompassing exploration of San Francisco's sights & landmarks. It means you spend more …More

5.0 (3)

SFO Pick-Up with City Sightseeing Tour

This convenient form of transportation takes you from San Francisco International Airport to the all-encompassing exploration of San Francisco's sights & landmarks. It means you spend more...

1 to 2 hours
5.0 (3)
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$385

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Must see
New York City
Alcatraz Prison Tour with Self-Guided Audio Tour and Ferry Rides
550russellv, Aug 2026
Must see
It was a good site to visit. Didn’t feel rushed nor harassed by anything extra.
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Great trip and tour. Bundle up for the wind.
New York City
Alcatraz Prison Tour with Self-Guided Audio Tour and Ferry Rides
HelenS180, Aug 2026
Great trip and tour. Bundle up for the wind.
My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our trip to Alcatraz. The audio tour was great. All of the employees were friendly. I can't wait to see more improvements on the island. I do think it was excessive to have to show our tickets three times before boarding.
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Great option for Alcatraz et al
New York City
Alcatraz Inside Tour and All Day Hop On Hop Off with Night Option
Alex_T, Aug 2026
Great option for Alcatraz et al
After not taking the advice to book Alcatraz early, we found this as the only available option for a same-day booking. The prices were higher, but Jen was awesome and we had a wonderful day making memories. The tour bus was fun and we will definitely be back again.
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interesting
New York City
San Francisco Half-Day Highlights Tour
C_line_A2013646, Aug 2026
interesting
good balance between visiting time and bus. Michèle was a pleasant guide. The meeting points were adapted to everyone's constraints (location and return time) to move on to other visits.
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Excellent half day tour
New York City
Half-Day San Francisco City Overview Tour
921leeannew, Jul 2026
Excellent half day tour
Brian was an excellent tour guide. Very knowledgeable and very friendly. Took us places we would not have seen. Would highly recommend people to take Brian’s tour
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Ansel Adams in the waiting room
New York City
San Francisco Photography Walk Discover Pier 70 and Mission Bay
holdenh80, Jul 2026
Ansel Adams in the waiting room
If you want to walk around the city with good people and a great guide, then this is it! Josh knows his stuff with a camera and makes sure you learn it. The people in the group were a ton of fun, with a variety of skills. Josh knew a lot of the history of the area and was not shy in sharing. The quality of the photos I took has surprised me and made me anxious to head out on another walk with Josh. You should come too!
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Awesome experience
New York City
Guided E Bike Tour in San Francisco
Frank_S, Jul 2026
Awesome experience
Great experience, we totally enjoyed the bike ride around all the sites in San Francisco. The guild was very knowledgeable and friendly. Definitely recommend doing it when you’re in town.
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Fantastic city tour with Brian
New York City
Half-Day San Francisco City Overview Tour
LisaShadowCat, Jul 2026
Fantastic city tour with Brian
Brian is a San Francisco native who shared the city’s history and gave insights on the neighborhoods as we drove through them. He provided local food specialties as snacks for us to enjoy on our ride. This is a great tour for first-time and return visitors alike.
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Enjoyable experience
New York City
30-40 Minute Airplane San Francisco Bay Flight Tour
NorthStar64650225477, Jun 2026
Enjoyable experience
Very friendly nice people. The facilities were clean and well kept. The flight was a little disappointing but that was due to the weather so not their fault
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Awesome SF Bay flight
New York City
30-40 Minute Airplane San Francisco Bay Flight Tour
13sharonq, Jun 2026
Awesome SF Bay flight
Wonderful experience! Our pilot, Matt, was fabulous. He was friendly, knowledgeable, and we felt very safe while flying. Our 9 year old daughter said it was awesome and the best bday present. We would fly with him and this company again.
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Refreshing Perspective: Queer History Hiding in Plain Sight in the Tenderloin
New York City
Tenderloin LGBTQ+ History Tour
destinyw906, Jun 2026
Refreshing Perspective: Queer History Hiding in Plain Sight in the Tenderloin
I have always known San Francisco had a plethora of LGBTQ+ history, but I never considered how much centralized in the Tenderloin. People often give it a bad rap, so it was refreshing to dive into some of the monumental experiences that occurred in the area and see what still exists in the area to this day. I had a great time on the walking tour and would definitely recommend anyone who is interested in learning more about queer history attend a session! I would happily take another tour with our guide -- it was a lot of fun!
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chinatown
New York City
San Francisco Chinatown Walking Tour With A Guide
Camper46550513000, Apr 2026
chinatown
enjoyed David very much he tailored the entire tour to us thank you david
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Photographing reflections as you like it
New York City
San Francisco Photography Walk Discover Pier 70 and Mission Bay
Robert E, Apr 2026
Photographing reflections as you like it
An easily paced walk in business district with opportunity to take photographs using various camera settings at multiple angles over different surfaces, which offer individual distortions.
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Over of the mission and his book
New York City
Cultura y Comida: Mission District Food & Culture Tour
Y172IUdaniellep, Feb 2026
Over of the mission and his book
Emilio, great energy, good vibes and hospitable
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2 Great Experiences
New York City
Alcatraz Inside Tour and All Day Hop On Hop Off with Night Option
emma_j, Dec 2025
2 Great Experiences
Alcatraz tour was so informative and fascinating. The hop on hop off took me to all the major highlights in the city. I feel like i saw all the highlights in the city in the one day I had to explore. Definitely would recommend both activities.
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Fun culture/food tour
New York City
Cultura y Comida: Mission District Food & Culture Tour
100sonyam, Nov 2025
Fun culture/food tour
Rik was an amazing tour guide. You could really tell he has a passion for what he was telling us. I love how he has deep roots to the city and we were able to see a glimpse of how he saw and loved San Francisco. I would 100% recommend his tour! His personality is so fun too! He was very easy to talk to which made the tour fly by without you even realizing it!
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