Overview
Enjoy a four-hour guided tour of San Francisco. At each stop, you’ll have the chance to get off the bus and see the sights.
Tour the city from the Bay to the Pacific Ocean, with photo stops at key locations. Enjoy great views and visit famous attractions, including the Golden Gate Bridge, Twin peaks, Land's End, and Palace of Fine Arts.
Opt to upgrade your tour to include a bay cruise, or 4-hour bike rental, or a visit to the Aquarium of the Bay, to complete your San Francisco experience!
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Transport by air-conditioned luxury coach
Bay Cruise if option selected.
Narrated bus tour of San Francisco + Plenty of photo stops
Choose from two departure locations in San Francisco: Fisherman's Wharf or Union Square
4h Bike Rental (if option selected)
Aquarium of the Bay Entrance Fee if option selected.
Food and drinks.
Gratuities
Hotel Pick-up & drop-off Not included
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Union Square Departure Location
478 Post St.
Arrive by 8:25 AM to check-in
Bus Departs at 8:40 AM
Although there is no physical location, you'll find Encore Café situated right next door. For boarding the bus, simply head across the street to meet our representative and board the bus.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
We offer 2 departure locations to choose from for your pick-up. Please arrive at the one closest to your hotel/stay:
478 Post Street S.F. (Union Square Area - Downtown San Francisco)
Although there is no physical location, you'll find Encore Café situated right next door. For boarding the bus, simply head across the street to meet our representative and board the bus.
Arrive by 8:25 AM to check-in
Bus Departs at 8:40 AM
2805 Leavenworth St (Fisherman's Wharf Area)
Although there is no physical location, you'll easily spot Pomegranate Café directly across the street. Simply wait there, and our representative will meet you.
Arrive by 8:45 AM to check-in
Bus Departs at 9:00 AM
• If you purchased the City Tour option that includes the Aquarium of the Bay Admission, Please note that you will be given a voucher once you join the City Tour in the morning. Aquarium vouchers are flexible tickets and can be used at any time. Check their website times to plan your trip accordingly.
• If you purchased the City Tour option with the Bay Cruise Adventure, please note that you will be given a voucher once you join the tour. Bay Cruise vouchers are flexible tickets and can be used on the same day of your bus tour or any other day you wish. Please check the BLUE & GOLD FLEET website times to plan your trip accordingly. www.blueandgoldfleet.com/sf-bay-cruise
• If you purchased the City Tour option with the 4h bike rental, please note that you will need to redeem your voucher for bike rental at our partner office - UNLIMITED BIKING - located at 757 Beach Street, San Francisco, CA 94109. Bike reservation is not mandatory, but we always recommend a reservation to hold your bikes and streamline the pick-up process. Contact bookings@unlimitedbiking.com for booking confirmation at a specific time or call them at 415-854-222.
What to expect
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Gray Line San Francisco
Departing the heart of Union square, the coach makes its way to the Golden Gate Bridge.
On your way to the Golden Gate Bridge, travelers will see:
Union Square: Theatres, shopping, hotels -
Van Ness Avenue
We make our way north on Van Ness Avenue. Famous for being used as a firebreak, by the US Army during the 1906 earthquake and fire.
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Cow Hollow
Two affluent neighborhoods, attracting young professionals. Chic fashion boutiques, Pilates studios, juice shops, beauty salons. Many fine dining restaurants ranging from French Bistros to American Fusion Cuisine.
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Palace of Fine Arts Theatre
10 min
Designed by Bernard Maybeck for the 1915 Worlds Fair.
This 162-foot high open rotunda appears as a Greek-Roman inspired fictional ruin.
Disembark bus and explore the structure and lagoon. -
Golden Gate Bridge
15 min
The tour crosses the iconic Golden Gate Bridge.
On a clear day, the Golden Gate Bridge offers a panoramic view of the bay and the San Francisco skyline. -
Presidio of San Francisco
15 min
Former U.S. Army military fort,1500-acre park.
Home to; Baker Beach, hiking, historic buildings house the Walt Disney Family Museum, eateries, homes, and businesses like Lucasfilm, with its Yoda Fountain. -
Lands End
15 min
Beautiful coastal stop at Ocean Beach with rugged cliffs, cypress forest, and views of the Golden Gate Bridge, Pacific Ocean, Sutro Bath ruins, and the Cliff House.
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Golden Gate Park
15 min
Entering Golden Gate Park from the west we pass by one of two Dutch Windmills. Journeying through the park the driver will point out all the points of interest; Bison Paddock, Japanese Tea Gardens, California Academy of Science, Conservatory of Flowers.
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Haight-Ashbury
15 min
Travelers will see where the Hippie movement began during the Summer of Love. Unusual stores, unique dining and live entertainment.
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Twin Peaks
15 min
Two identical peaks give this attraction its name. One of the highest peaks in the city, you will have breathtaking 360 degree views of the entire city
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The Castro
15 min
Descending down towards Market Street, we enter the Castro District.
All are welcome and safe in this LGBT community! -
Embarcadero Farmer's Market
15 min
This major thoroughfare in San Francisco. We drive east from the Castro towards the Ferry Building and the downtown Financial District.
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Mission District
10 min
Stops with Photo opportunities at Mission district
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Financial District
10 min
Among the skyscrapers that dominate the skyline (Transamerica Pyramid, Salesforce Tower), there is a wealth of tech business and Fortune 500 companies.
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Chinatown
10 min
Passing under the "Dragon Gates" of Chinatown, traveler's enter a bustling district of commerce bursting with color.
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North Beach
10 min
Don't blink your eyes, the transition from Chinatown to North Beach is seamless. This quick transition brings us the sights and aromas of San Francisco's "Little Italy".
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Fisherman's Wharf
5 min
First drop-off location
On the northern waterfront, is the cities most visited and busiest tourist areas. Souvenir shops, stalls selling crab and clam chowder in sourdough bread bowls, appear at every turn. -
Union Square
5 min
Union Square:
Final drop-off location
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/Los Angeles).
Additional Information
- Information if you choose tour with 4h Bike rental: For all riders’ safety, Unlimited Biking do not recomend any riders who are 300 pounds and over as this exceeds the weight limit the manufacturer has advised for the bike’s build. We apologize for the inconvenience, but we do prioritize your safety during the ride.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
FAQs about San Francisco Grand City Tour
Can I cancel San Francisco Grand City Tour for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 4 hours.
Where does it start?
Union Square Departure Location 478 Post St.
What's included?
- Transport by air-conditioned luxury coach
- Bay Cruise if option selected.
- Narrated bus tour of San Francisco + Plenty of photo stops
- Choose from two departure locations in San Francisco: Fisherman's Wharf or Union Square
- 4h Bike Rental (if option selected)
- Aquarium of the Bay Entrance Fee if option selected.
What's not included?
- Food and drinks.
- Gratuities
- Hotel Pick-up & drop-off Not included
Which places does it visit?
It visits Gray Line San Francisco, Van Ness Avenue, Cow Hollow, Palace of Fine Arts Theatre, Golden Gate Bridge, Presidio of San Francisco, Lands End, Golden Gate Park.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Operated by Gray Line San Francisco
