San Francisco Tours & Sightseeing

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No problem. These San Francisco Tours & Sightseeing include Hotel Pickup: Private Tour to Sequoia and Kings Canyon Parks from San Francisco The Ultimate Yosemite National Park Full Experience- 5 Days’ Vacation Package California Central Coast 3-Day Private Tour from San Francisco Private Group Wine Tour of Napa and Sonoma Private Wine Tour of Napa and Sonoma View all Tours with Hotel Pickup →

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

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3-Hour Beyond the Bridge Buggy Tour to Sausalito

Take an Epic San Francisco Electric Car Tour to the Golden Gate Bridge, Sausalito & Beyond Hop into GoCAR’s EV Sport and explore San Francisco’s …More

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3-Hour Beyond the Bridge Buggy Tour to Sausalito

Take an Epic San Francisco Electric Car Tour to the Golden Gate Bridge, Sausalito & Beyond Hop into GoCAR’s EV Sport and explore San Francisco’s...

3 hours • Free Cancellation

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Custom Private Tour in Convertible MINI Cooper

You're in a special city. Why take an ordinary tour? This is the ONLY convertible MINI Cooper tour in the country! This tour is totally …More

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Custom Private Tour in Convertible MINI Cooper

You're in a special city. Why take an ordinary tour? This is the ONLY convertible MINI Cooper tour in the country! This tour is totally...

2 to 4 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation

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4-Hour Painted Ladies and Haight-Ashbury GoCar Tour

See San Francisco’s Top Sights with the Extended GoCAR City Tour Upgrade your San Francisco city tour with this extended 3-hour adventure! In addition to …More

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4-Hour Painted Ladies and Haight-Ashbury GoCar Tour

See San Francisco’s Top Sights with the Extended GoCAR City Tour Upgrade your San Francisco city tour with this extended 3-hour adventure! In addition to...

4 hours • Free Cancellation

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Private Tour: Napa and Sonoma Wine Country

Experience some of the top wineries in Sonoma County and Napa Valley on this private, full-day guided tour. You’ll be chauffeured from San Francisco across …More

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Private Tour: Napa and Sonoma Wine Country

Experience some of the top wineries in Sonoma County and Napa Valley on this private, full-day guided tour. You’ll be chauffeured from San Francisco across...

9 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation

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Discover Sausalito: A Culinary Journey Through History and Flavor! Join us for an unforgettable small-group tour exploring Sausalito’s finest restaurants, all while soaking in stunning …More

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Sausalito Food and Wine Tour

Discover Sausalito: A Culinary Journey Through History and Flavor! Join us for an unforgettable small-group tour exploring Sausalito’s finest restaurants, all while soaking in stunning...

3 hours 30 minutes

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Escape the bustling city of San Francisco on an exclusive 10-hour journey through California’s breathtaking Pacific Coast. Enjoy the comfort of a private car and …More

Private Tour of Monterey Carmel and 17 Mile Drive

Escape the bustling city of San Francisco on an exclusive 10-hour journey through California’s breathtaking Pacific Coast. Enjoy the comfort of a private car and...

10 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation

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Enjoy magical Muir Woods, then go beyond. Coastal California awaits! Visit the village of Point Reyes Station. Walk through Point Reyes National Seashore. Escape Bay …More

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Muir Woods and California Cliffs

Enjoy magical Muir Woods, then go beyond. Coastal California awaits! Visit the village of Point Reyes Station. Walk through Point Reyes National Seashore. Escape Bay...

10 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation

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Private Alcatraz Night Tour and San Francisco City Tour Combo

Unlock the Secrets of Alcatraz & San Francisco’s Hidden Gems! Get ready for an unforgettable journey that combines the mystery of Alcatraz Island with a …More

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Private Alcatraz Night Tour and San Francisco City Tour Combo

Unlock the Secrets of Alcatraz & San Francisco’s Hidden Gems! Get ready for an unforgettable journey that combines the mystery of Alcatraz Island with a...

4 hours • Hotel pickup offered

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Small Group Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Day Trip from San Francisco

Take a day trip from San Francisco to Yosemite National Park, described as the crown jewel of the country's many splendid national parks. You will be guided on …More

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Small Group Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Day Trip from San Francisco

Take a day trip from San Francisco to Yosemite National Park, described as the crown jewel of the country's many splendid national parks. You will be guided on...

14 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation

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Pick up will be from your hotel or place of choice inside the city of San Francisco. After meeting with your driver and official tour …More

Private Full Day Tour to Sillicon Valley from San Francisco with Hotel pick-up

Pick up will be from your hotel or place of choice inside the city of San Francisco. After meeting with your driver and official tour...

5 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation

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Redwood Forest Steam Train and Santa Cruz Coast Day Tour

Travel from San Francisco to the Santa Cruz Mountains for a vintage steam train ride through towering redwood groves. Continue to Santa Cruz Harbor and …More

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Redwood Forest Steam Train and Santa Cruz Coast Day Tour

Travel from San Francisco to the Santa Cruz Mountains for a vintage steam train ride through towering redwood groves. Continue to Santa Cruz Harbor and...

8 to 10 hours • Free Cancellation

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3HR Golden Gate Bridge and Golden Gate Park GoCar Tour

Discover San Francisco in the First-Ever GPS-Guided Talking Car Tour Experience the most exhilarating and entertaining way to explore San Francisco with the original GPS-guided …More

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3HR Golden Gate Bridge and Golden Gate Park GoCar Tour

Discover San Francisco in the First-Ever GPS-Guided Talking Car Tour Experience the most exhilarating and entertaining way to explore San Francisco with the original GPS-guided...

3 hours • Free Cancellation

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San Francisco Alcatraz, Ferry and 2 Day Hop On Hop Off Bus Tour

Explore San Francisco your way with a flexible Hop-On Hop-Off bus tour and an unforgettable visit to Alcatraz Island! Ride open-top, double-decker buses to see …More

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San Francisco Alcatraz, Ferry and 2 Day Hop On Hop Off Bus Tour

Explore San Francisco your way with a flexible Hop-On Hop-Off bus tour and an unforgettable visit to Alcatraz Island! Ride open-top, double-decker buses to see...

2 days

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Cruise along California's spectacular coastline with our luxury vehicle exclusive for your group of friends, family group, or corporate event. Our certified tour guide will …More

Private Monterey, Carmel and 17-Mile Drive Day Trip from San Francisco

Cruise along California's spectacular coastline with our luxury vehicle exclusive for your group of friends, family group, or corporate event. Our certified tour guide will...

11 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation

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Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Day Tour from San Francisco w Pickup

See more of Yosemite in less time with early park entry. This year-round guided day trip from San Francisco covers the park’s top sights, including …More

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Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Day Tour from San Francisco w Pickup

See more of Yosemite in less time with early park entry. This year-round guided day trip from San Francisco covers the park’s top sights, including...

15 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation

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San Francisco Instagram Walking Private Tour: Most Iconic Spots

Our San Francisco Walking Instagram Tour will take you to some of the most famous spots in San Francisco in one day by foot! If …More

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San Francisco Instagram Walking Private Tour: Most Iconic Spots

Our San Francisco Walking Instagram Tour will take you to some of the most famous spots in San Francisco in one day by foot! If...

3 to 4 hours • Free Cancellation

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The ultimate San Francisco full day custom guided tour

San Francisco Private Full-Day SUV Tour – Luxury, Landmarks, Hidden Gems & Custom Itinerary! ✨ Experience the ultimate private San Francisco day tour in a …More

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The ultimate San Francisco full day custom guided tour

San Francisco Private Full-Day SUV Tour – Luxury, Landmarks, Hidden Gems & Custom Itinerary! ✨ Experience the ultimate private San Francisco day tour in a...

8 hours • Hotel pickup offered

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San Francisco : Professional Photoshoot at Golden Gate Bridge

Let the iconic Golden Gate Bridge set the stage for your unforgettable photoshoot as the sun illuminates the towering orange-red structure against the backdrop of …More

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San Francisco : Professional Photoshoot at Golden Gate Bridge

Let the iconic Golden Gate Bridge set the stage for your unforgettable photoshoot as the sun illuminates the towering orange-red structure against the backdrop of...

30 minutes • Free Cancellation

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2hrs- Beyond the Bridge - Marin Headlands GoCar Tour

Discover the Ultimate San Francisco Adventure in a GoCAR EV Sport! Embark on a one-of-a-kind San Francisco tour as you drive north across the iconic …More

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2hrs- Beyond the Bridge - Marin Headlands GoCar Tour

Discover the Ultimate San Francisco Adventure in a GoCAR EV Sport! Embark on a one-of-a-kind San Francisco tour as you drive north across the iconic...

2 hours • Free Cancellation

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Yosemite National Park is a must-visit California gem, and this day trip from San Francisco makes it easy. Leave the urban hustle-bustle behind and journey …More

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Yosemite Day Tour from San Francisco

Yosemite National Park is a must-visit California gem, and this day trip from San Francisco makes it easy. Leave the urban hustle-bustle behind and journey...

15 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

Small Group Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Day Trip from San Francisco

anne_l, Sep 2026

Super trip

I took a day trip from San Francisco to Yosemite with Calder Gillam as my guide and driver. The long drive is truly worth it. I enjoyed the stunning scenery of Yosemite and Calder’s informative commentary. A fantastic trip with a fantastic guide!

New York City

Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Day Tour from San Francisco w Pickup

Lawrence_R, Sep 2026

It’s good but it was...

It’s good but it was disappointing that you only get to see two Sequoia trees and one of them is dead from a fire. Should not be part of the tour. A waste of time.

New York City

4-Hour Painted Ladies and Haight-Ashbury GoCar Tour

804tammys, Sep 2026

Fun way to explore the city

We had a fantastic time on the GoCar tour! Easy to navigate and flexibility to do your own thing! So much better than with a group.

New York City

Small Group Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Day Trip from San Francisco

Carol_H, Sep 2026

Sharon was amazing! She...

Sharon was amazing! She knew all the best places to stop and was very knowledgeable about the park and San Francisco

New York City

3HR Golden Gate Bridge and Golden Gate Park GoCar Tour

C4597BItiffanyr, Sep 2026

FUN! Definitely recommend!

This was such a fun way to see the different neighborhoods and sites in the city. The gps guide is great with directions and gives some fun history of the area you are at. I would definitely recommend this fun activity if you have never visited San Francisco! We are from small town Kansas, and we had no trouble navigating the city with the gps guide! It was a cloudy morning and I will say that I needed warmer clothes for this tour!

New York City

Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Day Tour from San Francisco w Pickup

FrequentFlier661440, Sep 2026

Good value for money and time

It is a long day , almost 15-16 hours so be sure you can manage a full day! Great tour guide Glenda who made sure everyone was comfortable and accounted for in the bus after each stop. Good value for money

New York City

Yosemite Day Tour from San Francisco

Romarico_L, Sep 2026

Must see and do

This is a must do if one is visiting SF for the first time. Cool San Francisco has offered us the opportunity to experience it without the hassle of having to worry about driving there yourself. The drive is beautiful with ample time for a pit stop and shop for food. Our driver Aidan was very nice, professional, and knowledgeable.

New York City

Yosemite Day Tour from San Francisco

josvinj2026, Sep 2026

Yosemite Valley Tour Review - Incredible Adventures

I had a great experience on the Yosemite trip with Incredible Adventures. The tour was very well organized, and everything went according to plan. Our tour guide was exceptional. She was knowledgeable, friendly, and explained everything in great detail. I decided to take the Mist Trail, and her guidance made the hike much easier to navigate. She showed me where to board the shuttle, explained where to go to get the best views of Vernal Falls, and made sure I understood how to get back to the van. Thanks to her clear instructions, I was able to complete the hike within the allotted time and return to the van comfortably.We left early at around 6:20 AM and got back quite late, around 10 PM, but it was absolutely worth it. Yosemite was beautiful, and the entire day was a memorable experience.The only downside was that the coach’s AC was not kept on after the initial part of the journey. We were asked to open the windows instead. Given the long travel time, I would have preferred the coach to be fully air-conditioned throughout the trip.Other than that, everything worked as planned. Overall, I would definitely recommend Incredible Adventures for a Yosemite trip, especially because of the excellent

New York City

Custom Private Tour in Convertible MINI Cooper

gyongyig241, Sep 2026

Rare experience

Excellent private tour of San Francisco. I repeat what another reviewer said, “Do not hesitate!” If you have one tour to take, contact [email protected]. Actually, you have only one life to live, so don’t waste time. Really enjoyed my tour with Reed, a writer, history buff, lifelong Northern Californian, and fan of San Francisco. Tour was intelligent, personalized, efficient, and engaging. Also shared local insights and tips. Very special; worth the price.

New York City

3HR Golden Gate Bridge and Golden Gate Park GoCar Tour

anastasiakM125EV, Aug 2026

Super recommend!!!

I’ve already visited so many countries and places, but I’ve never had an experience quite like this before. Such an incredibly cool experience! It was really interesting, and I loved that you can choose an audio guide in your native language (Ukrainian), stop wherever you want, and it is so easy to navigate. Next time I visit, I’ll definitely do it again different route again!!!

New York City

Redwood Forest Steam Train and Santa Cruz Coast Day Tour

Jet34332393175, Aug 2026

have fun with jason

Such a fun and memorable day trip! The Redwood Forest Steam Train was a unique experience, and the beautiful redwood scenery was incredible. We also loved spending time in Santa Cruz and enjoying the coast.Our guide Jason was excellent — very friendly, knowledgeable, and professional. He kept everything organized, shared interesting information throughout the trip, and gave us plenty of time to enjoy each stop without feeling rushed.A wonderful way to experience the redwoods and Santa Cruz in one day. Highly recommend this tour and Jason! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

New York City

Custom Private Tour in Convertible MINI Cooper

lesliemC9525KO, Jul 2026

Native San Franciscan takes the tour and is WOW-ed !

I am a native of SF - lived there for 25+ years and came back to visit with a friend. It was so great to book the tour with Reed. He is fun, knowledgeable and it was a great bonus to leave the driving to someone else who knows the ins and outs of a City which has become more difficult to navigate. Have actually booked his tour TWICE, 6 months apart, with different friends, hitting his suggested City highlights and adding some custom stops. Definitely worth the money and I would highly recommend it. Also, I am 5’8 and sat in the back of the Cooper both times & was totally comfortable. This custom private tour is the way to go!

New York City

Muir Woods and California Cliffs

Robin_M, Jul 2026

Did it!

Great trip overall! I would love to have more time in Point Reyes. One hour is not very long to see the town, let along eat lunch. I’d rather skip the mead tasting or get back a bit later. Our guided Tristan was great and we really enjoyed ourselves…Its a great way to get an overview of the area

New York City

Small Group Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Day Trip from San Francisco

Maida_C, Sep 2026

Spectacular

Sharon was a great and attentive guide, wear hiking shoes and appropriate clothing in layers, as weather changes quick. Overall an amazing experience!

New York City

Small Group Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Day Trip from San Francisco

Amandatravel23, Sep 2026

Incredible experience (with Dramamine)!!!

This was the perfect way to see Yosemite for us! We were in San Francisco at the end of another trip so the idea of driving ourselves there and back was not ideal. We were picked up right in front of our hotel around 5:30 a.m., and everything from there was well planned and efficient. We stopped for breakfast/snacks on the way and stopped at a farm stand near almond farms on the way back.Derek was really easygoing and so knowledgeable about everything related to Yosemite. We made numerous stops to see highlights and then we had free time for lunch and exploring. We were able to see quite a few climber on El Capitan, which was really cool. I highly recommend this trip to anyone first timers wanting to do a day trip to Yosemite without having to navigate the large park. It was well worth the money and I would love to do this at other national parks!Note: I HIGHLY recommend Dramamine if you get motion sickness because the combination of winding roads and an experienced driver whipping around the curves can do a number on you!

New York City

Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Day Tour from San Francisco w Pickup

I9443RNadrianad, Sep 2026

Great time

Had a great time visiting Yosemite with Extranomical tours! Our tour guide Glenda was amazing. She was super communicative in letting us know about the days itinerary, what stops we were making, and sharing historical stories and context about the towns we passed through. She even brought us snacks! Once we got to Yosemite we had a pretty good amount of time to explore and go at a leisurely place before meeting back with the group. As it’s a day tour and Yosemite is so big you won’t get to see everything, but this is not that kind of trip. I do recommend staying for a few days to get to experience more of what the park has to offer. But overall it was a good time and I highly recommend.

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