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San Francisco Half-Day Tour by Cable Car & Foot

Spend a morning getting to know the real SF. We meet you near the Embarcadero, in downtown, before taking the cable car to Nob Hill, …More

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San Francisco Half-Day Tour by Cable Car & Foot

Spend a morning getting to know the real SF. We meet you near the Embarcadero, in downtown, before taking the cable car to Nob Hill,...

4 hours • Free Cancellation

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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

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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

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San Francisco to Santa Cruz Day Trip: Redwoods and Beach Fun

Venture from San Francisco to Santa Cruz for a day filled with nature and seaside excitement. First stop at Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, where …More

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San Francisco to Santa Cruz Day Trip: Redwoods and Beach Fun

Venture from San Francisco to Santa Cruz for a day filled with nature and seaside excitement. First stop at Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, where...

9 to 10 hours • Free Cancellation

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Private San Francisco Open-Air Jeep Tour (3 Hours, Max 6)

See the San Francisco sights you want to see in an open-air convertible Jeep, at a pace that suits your group. Enjoy this 3-hour exploration …More

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Private San Francisco Open-Air Jeep Tour (3 Hours, Max 6)

See the San Francisco sights you want to see in an open-air convertible Jeep, at a pace that suits your group. Enjoy this 3-hour exploration...

3 hours • Free Cancellation

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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

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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

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San Francisco is famous for its scenic beauty and cultural attractions, this guided eBike ride is your introduction to the city’s colorful history and cultures, …More

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The Best of San Francisco eBike Tour

San Francisco is famous for its scenic beauty and cultural attractions, this guided eBike ride is your introduction to the city’s colorful history and cultures,...

4 hours • Free Cancellation

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San Francisco Highlights Electric Bike Tour

San Francisco is famous for its scenic beauty and cultural attractions, with iconic landmarks all throughout. This guided bike tour is your introduction to the …More

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San Francisco Highlights Electric Bike Tour

San Francisco is famous for its scenic beauty and cultural attractions, with iconic landmarks all throughout. This guided bike tour is your introduction to the...

4 hours • Free Cancellation

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San Francisco Golden Gate Bridge & Presidio E-Bike Tour — Max 9

See the Golden Gate Bridge, Presidio, Golden Gate Park, and Pacific coast in one 3.5-hour small-group e-bike tour. Starting in Haight-Ashbury, follow a 16-mile local …More

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San Francisco Golden Gate Bridge & Presidio E-Bike Tour — Max 9

See the Golden Gate Bridge, Presidio, Golden Gate Park, and Pacific coast in one 3.5-hour small-group e-bike tour. Starting in Haight-Ashbury, follow a 16-mile local...

3 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation

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From SF:Sonoma & Napa -8hr Private Wine Tour with Concierge.XLSUV

This wine tour will take you to the best wineries in Sonoma and Napa County. Our years of experience in quality wine touring has allowed …More

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From SF:Sonoma & Napa -8hr Private Wine Tour with Concierge.XLSUV

This wine tour will take you to the best wineries in Sonoma and Napa County. Our years of experience in quality wine touring has allowed...

8 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation

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The Best of San Francisco: Private Half-Day Walking Tour

On this private half-day tour, you will see first-hand San Francisco’s colourful mix of quaint buildings and modern architecture in a stunning ocean-facing city. You …More

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The Best of San Francisco: Private Half-Day Walking Tour

On this private half-day tour, you will see first-hand San Francisco’s colourful mix of quaint buildings and modern architecture in a stunning ocean-facing city. You...

4 hours • Free Cancellation

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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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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

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San Francisco, Muir Woods, Sausalito and Optional Alcatraz Tour

Discover San Francisco, Muir Woods, and Sausalito with the option to add tickets to Alcatraz! Join a small group tour that covers four iconic experiences …More

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San Francisco, Muir Woods, Sausalito and Optional Alcatraz Tour

Discover San Francisco, Muir Woods, and Sausalito with the option to add tickets to Alcatraz! Join a small group tour that covers four iconic experiences...

9 hours • Free Cancellation

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San Francisco First Timer Tour Highlights and Hidden Gems

New to San Francisco and want to see it all in one trip? This first-timer's tour is built for travelers who want the famous landmarks …More

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San Francisco First Timer Tour Highlights and Hidden Gems

New to San Francisco and want to see it all in one trip? This first-timer's tour is built for travelers who want the famous landmarks...

4 hours • Free Cancellation

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Half-Day Tour: Napa and Sonoma Winery Tour from San Francisco

Savor the flavors of California’s world-famous wine country on a relaxing half-day adventure from San Francisco. Travel in comfort from the city to Napa and …More

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Half-Day Tour: Napa and Sonoma Winery Tour from San Francisco

Savor the flavors of California’s world-famous wine country on a relaxing half-day adventure from San Francisco. Travel in comfort from the city to Napa and...

5 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation

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Napa & Sonoma Guided Wine Tour with Tastings from San Francisco

During your Wine Country experience, you’ll visit a variety of winery estates from organic boutique wineries to famous mainstream wineries. Many of the wineries that …More

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Napa & Sonoma Guided Wine Tour with Tastings from San Francisco

During your Wine Country experience, you’ll visit a variety of winery estates from organic boutique wineries to famous mainstream wineries. Many of the wineries that...

6 to 9 hours • Free Cancellation

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17-Mile Drive, Monterey Peninsula&Carmel Premium Small Group Tour

Discover California’s coastal magic on this full-day small-group tour from San Francisco. Cruise the legendary Pacific Coast Highway in a comfortable and professionally maintained vehicles, …More

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17-Mile Drive, Monterey Peninsula&Carmel Premium Small Group Tour

Discover California’s coastal magic on this full-day small-group tour from San Francisco. Cruise the legendary Pacific Coast Highway in a comfortable and professionally maintained vehicles,...

11 hours • Free Cancellation

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City Cruises San Francisco: Signature Dinner Cruise

Enjoy a fun evening on the San Francisco Bay with our Signature Dinner Cruise! Enjoy front-row seats to the best sights in the city or …More

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City Cruises San Francisco: Signature Dinner Cruise

Enjoy a fun evening on the San Francisco Bay with our Signature Dinner Cruise! Enjoy front-row seats to the best sights in the city or...

3 hours • Free Cancellation

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Muir Woods and Sausalito Small Group Tour From San Francisco

Discover the elegance of Northern California on a curated journey from San Francisco to the redwood forest, dramatic coastline, and the waterfront charm of Sausalito. …More

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Muir Woods and Sausalito Small Group Tour From San Francisco

Discover the elegance of Northern California on a curated journey from San Francisco to the redwood forest, dramatic coastline, and the waterfront charm of Sausalito....

8 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation

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Golden Gate Bridge Guided E-Bike Tour to Sausalito

Pedal across the Golden Gate Bridge on this scenic San Francisco guided bike tour, a family-friendly adventure bringing you up close to the city’s most …More

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Golden Gate Bridge Guided E-Bike Tour to Sausalito

Pedal across the Golden Gate Bridge on this scenic San Francisco guided bike tour, a family-friendly adventure bringing you up close to the city’s most...

3 hours • Free Cancellation

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SF's Chinatown: Tea & Dim Sum Food Tour - Includes full meal, 3hr

Embark on a culinary expedition in Chinatown, where the origins of the fortune cookie come to life, a myriad of dim sum and tea await …More

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SF's Chinatown: Tea & Dim Sum Food Tour - Includes full meal, 3hr

Embark on a culinary expedition in Chinatown, where the origins of the fortune cookie come to life, a myriad of dim sum and tea await...

3 hours • Free Cancellation

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Frequently Asked Questions

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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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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.

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.

New York City

17-Mile Drive, Monterey Peninsula&Carmel Premium Small Group Tour

Voyager35765215722, Sep 2026

A must do trip from San Francisco

A must do trip for anyone looking to see more of California outside of SF. Tony is kind, confident and a true tour guife who cares about his group. Communication upon booking is brilliant. The tour van is comfortable and spacious. Due to the fog - 'Carl" Tony took a detour to Santa Cruz boardwalk that enabled us a trip 'extra' in the sunshine / views. A very full day from 8am pick up to 8pm return, but with Pigeon Point, Santa Cruz, Monterey for lunch, 17 mile drive (Pebble Beach) including the 18th hole and then Carmel by the Sea - what a day! Highly reccomended.

New York City

17-Mile Drive, Monterey Peninsula&Carmel Premium Small Group Tour

92kirtis, Sep 2026

Great experience

Great experience with Tony. He was very helpful and knowledgeable. Overall had a great trip with me.

New York City

Vantigo – The Original San Francisco VW Bus Tour

Carey_H, Sep 2026

So fun and insightful

Chad was the perfect guide and host. Warm, funny and knowledgeable. Loved the “groovy” comfortable van too.

New York City

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

Nicole_M, Sep 2026

Really Enjoyed!

The tour was absolutely amazing, and our tour guide was incredibly knowledgeable! He shared so much fascinating history about the city, and you could really tell how passionate he was about bringing the stories to life. We learned so much and had such a wonderful experience. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting the city!

New York City

San Francisco, Muir Woods, Sausalito and Optional Alcatraz Tour

alexandriah666, Sep 2026

Great excursion

Great experience! Definitely recommend.

New York City

San Francisco, Muir Woods, Sausalito and Optional Alcatraz Tour

Martin_G, Sep 2026

Must See

This tour is great for getting to pMuir Woods and Sausalito. The redwoids are magnificent. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and fun.

New York City

SF’s Chinatown: Tea & Dim Sum Food Tour – Includes full meal, 3hr

lindae61, Sep 2026

Robert was Super

Robert was great. Very knowledgeable and awesome guide.

New York City

Napa & Sonoma Guided Wine Tour with Tastings from San Francisco

Raj_k, Sep 2026

Driver and guide Grady of...

Driver and guide Grady of tower tours was warm and friendly , and very well informed. What amazed me is that he is youthful at 88 years age.

New York City

Golden Gate Bridge Guided E-Bike Tour to Sausalito

J4783PSphilj, Sep 2026

Great activity

Excellent trip with a wonderful guide and history to learn about the area.

New York City

San Francisco Golden Gate Bridge & Presidio E-Bike Tour — Max 9

mitchp807, Sep 2026

Great e-bike San Francisco tour

An incredible way to experience the best of the San Francisco Bay Area! Our bike tour gave us the perfect mix of scenic nature, beautiful historic neighborhoods, vibrant parks, and the unforgettable thrill of riding right across the Golden Gate Bridge. Spotting Wildlife: The absolute highlight of our ride was getting to see whales out in the water—such an extraordinary and unexpected bonus! A World-Class Guide: A huge thank you to our guide, Eli, who made the entire tour seamless, informative, and so much fun. If you want a thrilling, front-row seat to San Francisco’s most iconic sights, this tour is an absolute must-do!

New York City

Golden Gate Bridge Guided E-Bike Tour to Sausalito

sean_s, Sep 2026

Book it, awesome experince.Riding across bridge is unreal.

Eli was our guide and he was fantastic. The bikes are very high end and powerful, very useful on the steep hills. Made stops at interesting locations and had awesome views approaching and crossing bridge. I would highly recommend and do it again.

New York City

The Best of San Francisco eBike Tour

Cindy_K, Sep 2026

Michael (tour guide) was the Filet Mignon - Unlimited Bikes the Ground Beef

Spent 5 days in San Fracisco and BY FAR the best part of our trip was our E-Bike tour with Michael! We had some issues with the bikes - some minor and some major. So, I would definitely recommend that you inspect your bike and the settings and make sure you do some practice runs up the street. Had to change my bike out 3 times before the tour started. We later found out that my daughter's bike would not go up steep inclines - just shut down. This was confirmed by our tour guide and he told us the light green bikes, which my daughter had, are not very powerful and have issues. So, DO NOT GET THE LIGHT GREEN BIKES! My daughter had to walk her bike up 3 or 4 steep hills and that was the worst. So, the bike rental company should really have to refund part of our payment. Regardless, Michael was amazing and took us all over and gave us all sorts of cool facts about the city. He even raced back and retrieved my daughter's fanny-pack that she left behind at a previous stop. I can't rave enough about Michael. Truly, his service and care and total attention to us to make sure we had a good time by far compensated for the crappy bike the bike rental shop gave my daughter.

New York City

Muir Woods and Sausalito Small Group Tour From San Francisco

laurasD2490CJ, Sep 2026

Amazing Tour!

This tour was amazing! Got to experience the city, forest, beach, and overlooks all in one tour. All the stops were beautiful! Our guide, Brian, was very knowledgeable and a great tour guide. I highly recommend this tour!!

New York City

Napa & Sonoma Guided Wine Tour with Tastings from San Francisco

Tourist709521, Sep 2026

Nice wine tour worth the money

Overall, the experience was a lot of fun, and the wine tastings at both vineyards were very enjoyable. After drinking a few glasses of wine, it would have been great to just relax but the tour guide talked way too much on the way back.

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