San Francisco Tours & Sightseeing

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Q: What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in San Francisco?

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Golden Gate Bridge Bike Rentals - Very Close To The Bridge!

Rent a bike at the bicycle rental shop nearest to the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco. Bike along waterfront paths and across the Golden Gate …More

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Golden Gate Bridge Bike Rentals - Very Close To The Bridge!

Rent a bike at the bicycle rental shop nearest to the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco. Bike along waterfront paths and across the Golden Gate...

2 to 8 hours • Free Cancellation

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San Francisco Bike Rental For the Golden Gate Bridge

Bike across the Golden Gate Bridge when you book a bike rental in San Francisco, with pickup in the Marina District. You're provided with everything you …More

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San Francisco Bike Rental For the Golden Gate Bridge

Bike across the Golden Gate Bridge when you book a bike rental in San Francisco, with pickup in the Marina District. You're provided with everything you...

1 day • Free Cancellation

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Golden Gate Bridge Bike Rental (Includes Free Helmet & Lock)

It's easy and fun to bike the Golden Gate Bridge starting from our bike shop on Lombard street, San Francisco. We are professional and experienced …More

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Golden Gate Bridge Bike Rental (Includes Free Helmet & Lock)

It's easy and fun to bike the Golden Gate Bridge starting from our bike shop on Lombard street, San Francisco. We are professional and experienced...

1 day • Free Cancellation

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“Sierra exceeded every expectation my mom and I had for this experience.”

— Jeremy_L

Professional photo shoot in unique San Francisco locations. The Photo Experience will create amazing photo memories from your visit. You will be able to see …More

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Private Photo Shoot in San Francisco

Professional photo shoot in unique San Francisco locations. The Photo Experience will create amazing photo memories from your visit. You will be able to see...

4 hours • Free Cancellation

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Golden Gate Bridge to Sausalito Self-Guided Bike Tour

Discover the best thing to do in San Francisco – an independent bike tour that lets you explore the city at your own pace! Visit …More

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Golden Gate Bridge to Sausalito Self-Guided Bike Tour

Discover the best thing to do in San Francisco – an independent bike tour that lets you explore the city at your own pace! Visit...

10 hours • Free Cancellation

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This rental offers a unique experience in the heart of San Francisco’s iconic Golden Gate Park. You'll have the chance to ride through lush landscapes, …More

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Golden Gate Park Bike Rental

This rental offers a unique experience in the heart of San Francisco’s iconic Golden Gate Park. You'll have the chance to ride through lush landscapes,...

2 to 8 hours • Free Cancellation

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SKIP THE LINE: Exploratorium Daytime Admission

Step into the Exploratorium, the award-winning museum of science, art, and human perception. With more than 650 hands-on exhibits across six indoor and outdoor galleries, …More

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SKIP THE LINE: Exploratorium Daytime Admission

Step into the Exploratorium, the award-winning museum of science, art, and human perception. With more than 650 hands-on exhibits across six indoor and outdoor galleries,...

3 to 5 hours • Free Cancellation

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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

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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

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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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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

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It’s hard to imagine San Francisco as the sleepy village it was before the Gold Rush, but our North Beach Walking Tour takes you back …More

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North Beach Walking Tour

It’s hard to imagine San Francisco as the sleepy village it was before the Gold Rush, but our North Beach Walking Tour takes you back...

1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation

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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

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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

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Golden Gate Bridge Electric Bike Rentals w/ Optional Ferry Return

We provide all the necessary equipment for a safe and fun outing – helmets, bike bags, locks and an illustrated map all included! We only …More

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Golden Gate Bridge Electric Bike Rentals w/ Optional Ferry Return

We provide all the necessary equipment for a safe and fun outing – helmets, bike bags, locks and an illustrated map all included! We only...

1 day • Free Cancellation

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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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San Francisco’s only Full city 1 Day Hop on Hop off Bus tour

Get a look at all the sites that make San Francisco one of the world's most visited cities! Discover San Francisco from the Bay to …More

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San Francisco’s only Full city 1 Day Hop on Hop off Bus tour

Get a look at all the sites that make San Francisco one of the world's most visited cities! Discover San Francisco from the Bay to...

8 hours • Free Cancellation

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San Francisco: Surrey Ride Along the Scenic Marina Waterfront

This rental offers a one-of-a-kind experience along San Francisco’s stunning waterfront. You’ll have the chance to ride along the scenic, car-free Bay Trail bikeway, with …More

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San Francisco: Surrey Ride Along the Scenic Marina Waterfront

This rental offers a one-of-a-kind experience along San Francisco’s stunning waterfront. You’ll have the chance to ride along the scenic, car-free Bay Trail bikeway, with...

1 hour • Free Cancellation

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San Francisco: Scenic Surrey Ride Through Golden Gate Park

This rental offers a unique experience in the heart of San Francisco’s iconic Golden Gate Park. You'll have the chance to ride through lush landscapes, …More

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San Francisco: Scenic Surrey Ride Through Golden Gate Park

This rental offers a unique experience in the heart of San Francisco’s iconic Golden Gate Park. You'll have the chance to ride through lush landscapes,...

1 hour • Free Cancellation

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Highway 1 Pacific Coast Highway Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Recommended: Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together! Welcome to the GPS-enabled driving tour of California’s famous Highway 1, the Pacific …More

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Highway 1 Pacific Coast Highway Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Recommended: Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together! Welcome to the GPS-enabled driving tour of California’s famous Highway 1, the Pacific...

10 to 11 hours • Free Cancellation

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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

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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

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Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to …More

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San Francisco Frenzy Scavenger Hunt

Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to...

2 hours • Free Cancellation

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San Francisco, Aquarium of the Bay General Admission Ticket

Visit Aquarium of the Bay for an interactive introduction to the fish and other marine life that live in San Francisco Bay and its surrounding …More

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San Francisco, Aquarium of the Bay General Admission Ticket

Visit Aquarium of the Bay for an interactive introduction to the fish and other marine life that live in San Francisco Bay and its surrounding...

2 hours • Free Cancellation

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Frequently Asked Questions

These answers are based on answers previously given to Cool San Francisco customers' questions.

What are the best options for San Francisco Tours & Sightseeing?

What are the best kid-friendly options for San Francisco Tours & Sightseeing Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool San Francisco and TripAdvisor, the best kid-friendly San Francisco Tours & Sightseeing are:

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Which San Francisco Tours & Sightseeing have Instant Confirmation?

San Francisco Tours & Sightseeing with Instant Confirmation include:

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Which San Francisco Tours & Sightseeing have Free Cancellation?

San Francisco Tours & Sightseeing with Free Cancellation (in most cases up to 24 hours in advance of your tour date, check the specific tour page) include:

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I need a ride! Which San Francisco Tours & Sightseeing have Hotel Pickup?

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Recent tour reviews

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!

New York City

North Beach Walking Tour

221jacindas, Sep 2026

Great experience with the walking tour.

Jamie was very knowledgeable and well spoken, making it a very enjoyable experience. The experience itself was very good, taking us to some well known sights and sights that we would not have necessarily gone to ourselves but thoroughly enjoyed. Highly recommend.

New York City

San Francisco Golden Gate Bay Cruise

Jeanne_H, Sep 2026

It was a fairly clear...

It was a fairly clear day, but breezy on the water - take a coat. The information was enlightening as we went around the area. Enjoyed the trip.

New York City

San Francisco’s only Full city 1 Day Hop on Hop off Bus tour

Grammie8, Sep 2026

Had a great time !

Great way to spend a day while visiting San Fransisco! Family loved it.

New York City

San Francisco Bay Cruise

Elizabeth_S, Sep 2026

A fun cruise

An awesome trip around Alcatraz and cruising under the Golden Gate Bridge. We enjoyed seeing the Pier 39 seals from the view of the boat. Also liked the information and stories as we passed by landmarks.

New York City

San Francisco Bay Cruise

Debra_H, Sep 2026

Best Bay Bridge Tour the Blue and Gold Fleet

It’s very informative, takes you all around the bay It saves you on driving and trying to find parking It’s a great deal for the price!

New York City

Golden Gate Bridge Electric Bike Rentals w/ Optional Ferry Return

Malcolm_W, Sep 2026

Great day out

Good experience. The bikes were good but could do with a holder for a mobile phone for using a sat nav. Better to book your ferry back separately as its cheaper. Had a great day out, cycling over the Golden Gate Bridge. What's not to like?

New York City

SKIP THE LINE: Exploratorium Daytime Admission

kathleenhQ1161JG, Sep 2026

Worth it

This was a pretty interesting experience, even though my son is almost 14 he very much enjoyed going through and trying all of the exhibits. It’s definitely worth it to skip the line and purchase ahead of time.

New York City

San Francisco’s only Full city 1 Day Hop on Hop off Bus tour

Simon_H, Sep 2026

San Fran by bus

Excellent detail commentary was very informative and frequency of bus at the stops was excellent . Highly recommend to get bearings

New York City

Hidden Stairways of San Francisco

annemO2738BD, Sep 2026

Fun two hours

This was a fun outing and a nice leisurely walk through parts of SF that’s off the common tourist path. The guide was amazing and the views were spectacular.

New York City

Hidden Stairways of San Francisco

Cheri_D, Sep 2026

Beautiful Scenic Tour

Greg is a wonderful, knowledgeable and friendly tour guide. A people person! The walk was enjoyably easy.

New York City

Golden Gate Bridge Bike Rentals – Very Close To The Bridge!

642markab, Sep 2026

Most Convenient Option for Bike Rental close to Golden Gate Bridge

Our experience with Golden Gate Bridge bike rentals was extremely positive one. The pickup was swift, the staff very helpful and the overall communication pleasant. The location is perfect, close to the promenade bike path and Presidio of San Francisco park.

New York City

Highway 1 Pacific Coast Highway Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Huang_C, Aug 2026

Very interesting audio...

Very interesting audio tour guide. Very exhaustive introduction of places of interest. We would have missed so much without the guide.

New York City

North Beach Walking Tour

254timothyu, Aug 2026

Do not miss this opportunity. 10 out of 10!!

My first trip to San Francisco and I was not disappointed. This walking tour is simple yet filled with great information about the city and its history. Our guide was simply excellent despite our group being sort of like herding cats. Her name escapes me now but she was able to finish the tour on time. I plan on returning again and may take one of their other tours. Afterwards we took the ferry to Alcatraz which was mind blowing. We did the day tour and I suspect the night tour would be a little spooky. Again, there is a great deal of history here and I highly recommend it.

New York City

Golden Gate Park Bike Rental

302jeanneo, Aug 2026

Kind, friendly and helpful staff! An amazing day out!

We had an incredible time with their bikes. Staff were friendly and informative. We spent at least half the day exploring the park. Got lost once called them and they answered the phone (a modern miracle!) to guide us out of our mistake,. We really really recommend doing this you see so much more by bike and can stop and lock up for refreshments too. The park has ok bathrooms around too.

New York City

SKIP THE LINE: Exploratorium Daytime Admission

Danielle_K, Aug 2026

Exploratorium fun

Hours of fun and fascination for all ages. Highly recommend for a day in the city, especially with kids!

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