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Historical San Anselmo: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

This is a self guided audio tour of San Anselmo, a unique town nestled in the heart of Marin County. Originally called Junction due to …More

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Historical San Anselmo: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

This is a self guided audio tour of San Anselmo, a unique town nestled in the heart of Marin County. Originally called Junction due to...

30 to 45 minutes
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$6
San Francisco Private Tour with a Local, Highlights & Hidden Gems

We could tell you how special San Francisco is but it is something you need to experience first hand. Don't let time constraints put you …More

5.0 (1)

San Francisco Private Tour with a Local, Highlights & Hidden Gems

We could tell you how special San Francisco is but it is something you need to experience first hand. Don't let time constraints put you...

2 to 8 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (1)
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$46
Mafia Heist at the Bay: Escape Adventure in San Francisco

Discover San Francisco’s waterfront by solving challenges and unlocking stories on your phone. Play our engaging exploration game, taking the role of a business graduate …More

4.7 (3)

Mafia Heist at the Bay: Escape Adventure in San Francisco

Discover San Francisco’s waterfront by solving challenges and unlocking stories on your phone. Play our engaging exploration game, taking the role of a business graduate...

105 to 135 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.7 (3)
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$5
Guided Tour of Historic Gold Rush Synagogue

Tour a turn-of-the-century Beaux Arts masterpiece designed by renowned architect Albert Pasis. Featuring a frescoed interior, famous stain glass windows and one of the last …More

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Guided Tour of Historic Gold Rush Synagogue

Tour a turn-of-the-century Beaux Arts masterpiece designed by renowned architect Albert Pasis. Featuring a frescoed interior, famous stain glass windows and one of the last...

60 to 75 minutes • Free Cancellation
5.0 (1)
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$20
Point Reyes National Seashore Self Guided Driving Audio Tour

Experience the breathtaking majesty of northern California with this self-guided driving tour of Point Reyes National Seashore. Discover fascinating maritime history at the Point Reyes …More

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Point Reyes National Seashore Self Guided Driving Audio Tour

Experience the breathtaking majesty of northern California with this self-guided driving tour of Point Reyes National Seashore. Discover fascinating maritime history at the Point Reyes...

2 to 3 hours • Free Cancellation
3.7 (12)
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$17
Private Small Group Tour of San Francisco

Take a private tour of America's most beautiful city! start from downtown and see all major attractions: Union Square, China Town, Nob Hill, Financial District, …More

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Private Small Group Tour of San Francisco

Take a private tour of America's most beautiful city! start from downtown and see all major attractions: Union Square, China Town, Nob Hill, Financial District,...

3 to 4 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
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$799
Alcatraz Island Tour with San Francisco Bay Tour

This is the official Alcatraz prison tour that gives you access ON the island and INSIDE the building cellblocks with the award-winning audio tour in …More

4.3 (3)

Alcatraz Island Tour with San Francisco Bay Tour

This is the official Alcatraz prison tour that gives you access ON the island and INSIDE the building cellblocks with the award-winning audio tour in...

3 to 5 hours
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$148
California Adventure Bundle: 13 Self-Guided Audio Tours

Explore California's Best with Shaka Guide's California Audio Tour Bundle! Discover Lake Tahoe's clear waters, Joshua Tree's otherworldly landscapes, Yosemite's majestic beauty, Death Valley's unique …More

4.5 (2)

California Adventure Bundle: 13 Self-Guided Audio Tours

Explore California's Best with Shaka Guide's California Audio Tour Bundle! Discover Lake Tahoe's clear waters, Joshua Tree's otherworldly landscapes, Yosemite's majestic beauty, Death Valley's unique...

8 days • Free Cancellation
4.5 (2)
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$49
Muir Woods Self-Guided Driving and Walking Audio Tour

This is not an admission ticket to Muir Woods. Hike among towering redwoods with this self-guided driving/walking tour of Muir Woods National Monument. This tour …More

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Muir Woods Self-Guided Driving and Walking Audio Tour

This is not an admission ticket to Muir Woods. Hike among towering redwoods with this self-guided driving/walking tour of Muir Woods National Monument. This tour...

1 to 2 hours • Free Cancellation
3.4 (18)
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$17
American Bookbinders Museum Ticket

The American Bookbinders Museum in San Francisco invites visitors to explore the rich history and craft of bookbinding. Open Tuesday through Saturday, this unique museum …More

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American Bookbinders Museum Ticket

The American Bookbinders Museum in San Francisco invites visitors to explore the rich history and craft of bookbinding. Open Tuesday through Saturday, this unique museum...

60 to 90 minutes
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$15
Sunken Ships and Shady Past The Yerba Buena Waterfront Walk

Wind your way through the historic heart of San Francisco, tracing the "ghost" of the original 1849 waterline and the chaotic birth of a global …More

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Sunken Ships and Shady Past The Yerba Buena Waterfront Walk

Wind your way through the historic heart of San Francisco, tracing the "ghost" of the original 1849 waterline and the chaotic birth of a global...

2 hours • Free Cancellation
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$45
San Francisco Bay Cruise Scenic Tour

A cruise on the San Francisco Bay offers a unique perspective of the city's iconic landmarks, including the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz Island. Glide …More

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San Francisco Bay Cruise Scenic Tour

A cruise on the San Francisco Bay offers a unique perspective of the city's iconic landmarks, including the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz Island. Glide...

1 hour • Free Cancellation
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$36
San Francisco Castro and LGBTQ Private Walking Tour with a Guide

Experience San Francisco's Castro District on a private tour, where you can delve into the neighborhood's rich LGBTQ history with a personal guide. Begin at …More

5.0 (1)

San Francisco Castro and LGBTQ Private Walking Tour with a Guide

Experience San Francisco's Castro District on a private tour, where you can delve into the neighborhood's rich LGBTQ history with a personal guide. Begin at...

2 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (1)
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$75
Napa Valley Small-Group Wine Tasting Tour via San Francisco Ferry

Join us on a full-day, small-group wine tour of the Spectacular Napa Valley wine country for guests coming from San Francisco! Take the San Francisco …More

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Napa Valley Small-Group Wine Tasting Tour via San Francisco Ferry

Join us on a full-day, small-group wine tour of the Spectacular Napa Valley wine country for guests coming from San Francisco! Take the San Francisco...

7 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$155
Discovery in French of the Castro and Mission districts

Discover the iconic Castro and Mission neighborhoods of San Francisco on a 3-hour walking tour. Immerse yourself in the history and culture of these unique …More

5.0 (1)

Discovery in French of the Castro and Mission districts

Discover the iconic Castro and Mission neighborhoods of San Francisco on a 3-hour walking tour. Immerse yourself in the history and culture of these unique...

3 hours • Free Cancellation
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$68
San Francisco, Muir Woods & Sausalito Ultimate Combo Tour

Explore the best of San Francisco with a personalized city tour that uncovers both iconic landmarks and hidden gems. This private experience includes visits to …More

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San Francisco, Muir Woods & Sausalito Ultimate Combo Tour

Explore the best of San Francisco with a personalized city tour that uncovers both iconic landmarks and hidden gems. This private experience includes visits to...

7 hours • Hotel pickup offered
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$875
San Francisco Downtown Private Walking Tour with a Guide

Immerse yourself in the essence of San Francisco with a private tour crafted for your preferences. Starting from the bustling Union Square, explore downtown's landmarks, …More

5.0 (1)

San Francisco Downtown Private Walking Tour with a Guide

Immerse yourself in the essence of San Francisco with a private tour crafted for your preferences. Starting from the bustling Union Square, explore downtown's landmarks,...

2 hours • Free Cancellation
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$75
San Francisco's Glen Park and Glen Canyon: A Self-Guided Tour

The village of Glen Park is nestled among the slopes of the San Miguel Hills near the heart of San Francisco, just south of Twin …More

5.0 (1)

San Francisco's Glen Park and Glen Canyon: A Self-Guided Tour

The village of Glen Park is nestled among the slopes of the San Miguel Hills near the heart of San Francisco, just south of Twin...

1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
5.0 (1)
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$10
San Francisco Gold Rush Secrets: Self-Guided Puzzle Quest

Embark on a quest around San Francisco by solving clues playing the role of a person wanting to become rich in 1900, all with the …More

3.8 (4)

San Francisco Gold Rush Secrets: Self-Guided Puzzle Quest

Embark on a quest around San Francisco by solving clues playing the role of a person wanting to become rich in 1900, all with the...

1 hour 20 minutes • Free Cancellation
3.8 (4)
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$9
Over the Rainbow in the Castro: A San Francisco Chronicle Self-Guided Tour

Discover San Francisco’s Castro neighborhood and its rich history with this affordable, self-paced walking tour. • Find out all about the queer predecessors who paved …More

4.0 (2)

Over the Rainbow in the Castro: A San Francisco Chronicle Self-Guided Tour

Discover San Francisco’s Castro neighborhood and its rich history with this affordable, self-paced walking tour. • Find out all about the queer predecessors who paved...

60 to 75 minutes
4.0 (2)
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$9

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David went above and...
New York City
San Francisco Downtown Private Walking Tour with a Guide
Maryanne_F, Sep 2026
David went above and...
David went above and beyond with this tour. He is so informative as well as entertaining, polite and professional. I enjoyed the tour. Thank you. Maryanne
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Perfect Tour Guide for Point Reyes Exploration
New York City
Point Reyes National Seashore Self Guided Driving Audio Tour
Z7134NLmarcr, Sep 2026
Perfect Tour Guide for Point Reyes Exploration
Driving audio guide proved to be a very valuable addition to our day trip in Point Reyes. Fascinating information and a very pleasant narrator!
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Easy
New York City
San Francisco Bay Cruise Scenic Tour
TERESA_M, Aug 2026
Easy
It’s very easy. Had no troubles everything was smooth. It was super easy from the purchase to using the vouchers. I had no problems.
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Highly Recommend!!
New York City
Napa Valley Small-Group Wine Tasting Tour via San Francisco Ferry
Curiosity44947717393, Aug 2026
Highly Recommend!!
Highly recommend. James was a great guide and picked 3 great wineries, each with their own vibes. The people at the wineries were great and educational. Pickup at the ferry terminal was easy. Communications before the trip were excellent and thorough!
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History of Castro
New York City
San Francisco Castro and LGBTQ Private Walking Tour with a Guide
Sheryllene_B, Jul 2026
History of Castro
Kenan was very well versed in the Castro and LGBTQIA+ history. Enjoyed every bit of the tour! There was some walking but very doable in sneakers.
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Wonderful experience 😍
New York City
San Francisco Bay Cruise Scenic Tour
Deisy_M, Jul 2026
Wonderful experience 😍
Even if it is very windy, it is almost not dangerous at all, a plan with family, friends, or a partner is super great 😍😍😍
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Peaceful Journey (Audio Tour Only)
New York City
Muir Woods Self-Guided Driving and Walking Audio Tour
269roseanns, Jun 2026
Peaceful Journey (Audio Tour Only)
The audio tour added so much to our visit to Muir Woods. The instructions made it clear that this purchase is an audio tour experience and not a parking pass, vehicle reservation, or park entrance ticket, so we came prepared (Some of them having an argument with a ranger) and had no confusion on arrival. We loved exploring at our own pace, stopping whenever we wanted for photos, and learning about the forest along the way. Highly recommended!
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Above and Beyond
New York City
Sunken Ships and Shady Past The Yerba Buena Waterfront Walk
johnzW2840CA, May 2026
Above and Beyond
I found myself with a free afternoon during a last-minute business trip and decided to try and book a tour last minute, and am very happy I chose this one!The trek itself was exactly what I was looking for. It was engaging, fun, and packed with crazy facts about the city's history that you’d never find on a standard sightseeing bus. Chris was an amazing tour guide! He even sent over a curated list of recommendations for the rest of my stay, from the best local coffee spots to hidden viewpoints I actually had time to visit between meetings. He truly went above and beyond to make sure I had a great San Francisco experience. If you're short on time but want a high-quality, local perspective, book this now!
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Book collectors delight!
New York City
American Bookbinders Museum Ticket
Jennifer K, Apr 2026
Book collectors delight!
It was intimate and quaint. My husband is a book collector so it was a dream for him! For the res of our group it was a educational curiousness…
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Great narration of Muir Woods
New York City
Muir Woods Self-Guided Driving and Walking Audio Tour
Tauna_B, Apr 2026
Great narration of Muir Woods
The narration in this self-guided tour is a fun way to visit Muir Woods. It’s interesting and engaging. And the voice is very relaxing.
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This was a great audio guide!
New York City
Point Reyes National Seashore Self Guided Driving Audio Tour
CAm0m, Jan 2026
This was a great audio guide!
I've been to Point Reyes any number of times, but I was going with someone who had never been before so I was looking for a list of sites to stop at and this popped up. It was worth EVERY penny! The narration was great, it gave a lot of information and told you where to turn and park in order to see things, and we really enjoyed listening to it as we drove through the park. Fantastic guide!
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The information provided...
New York City
California Adventure Bundle: 13 Self-Guided Audio Tours
Lance_B, Oct 2025
The information provided...
The information provided was very timely and interesting. The GPS data was very helpful to have because we traveled through multiple dead spots.
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A quick, fun history walk
New York City
San Francisco Gold Rush Secrets: Self-Guided Puzzle Quest
brianpF2106IG, Oct 2025
A quick, fun history walk
The puzzles were straightforward, mostly consisting of walking to a clued location and collecting information from a historical marker. One location had shut down, so I had to solve its puzzle (the one involving wheels) by doing an image search for the thing that used to be there. But otherwise it went smoothly.The quest covered a good variety of San Francisco spots and some of the city’s history from the wild days of the late 19th century. Overall, it was a fun way to spend an hour or two.Bring sunblock and a hat.
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Best tour we have ever been on!
New York City
San Francisco, Muir Woods & Sausalito Ultimate Combo Tour
F4296NTbrookeb, Aug 2025
Best tour we have ever been on!
Eric‘s VIP tours was one of our favorite parts of our trip to San Francisco. We went on the SF ultimate combo tour. We had so much fun with Eric! He was so knowledgeable about the city and showed us its beauty. He was flexible with time , and at no time did we fill rushed when making stops to see the sites. We were so impressed with Eric. He truly has a talent for what he does. We highly recommend exploring the city of San Francisco with Eric‘s VIP tours. It’s easy to tell he has a heart for the city and for those who want to see all Th City By The Bay has to offer.
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Picked us up in a new...
New York City
Private Small Group Tour of San Francisco
Andrew_F, Jul 2025
Picked us up in a new...
Picked us up in a new Lincoln Navigator. Knowledgeable guide. Prompt and took is where we wanted To go.
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Must see!!
New York City
Alcatraz Island Tour with San Francisco Bay Tour
SarahS7130, Jun 2025
Must see!!
Outstanding tour!! Very well organized and the atmosphere was amazing! Would definitely recommend this to everyone who wants to tour this place.
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