Overview
Avoid the crowds, confusion, and limitations of large buses and discover San Francisco by a luxury van. Trade the large tour bus for a guided luxury van and see more of San Francisco! Your guide takes you through more neighborhoods & photo stops, complete with views of Alcatraz, the Golden Gate Bridge, Twin Peaks and several other famous landmarks.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Phone Chargers
Private transportation
Local guide
On-board WiFi
Bottled water
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Driver/guide
Snacks
Live commentary on board
Gratuities
You must provide your own child seat and reserve a spot for the child
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
In front of Hardrock Cafe there is a white loading zone for buses and vehicles. Please be there at least 15 mins before tour time. Tour leaves promptly at designated time. If you arrive earlier we suggest checking out the famous sea lions!
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What to expect
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Pier 39
5 min
Pick up & Drop off
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Telegraph Hill
5 min
Pass through to Coit Tower
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Little Italy
5 min
Learn about Little Italy
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North Beach
5 min
Drive through the second oldest neighborhood in SF
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Washington Square
5 min
Heart of Little Italy
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City Lights Booksellers
5 min
Famous bookstore
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Palace of Fine Arts Theatre
10 min
Great picture stop with amazing backdrop
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Haight-Ashbury
10 min
Learn about the summer of love and all of the artists that lived in this famous neighborhood
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Painted Ladies
10 min
Most people know them as the Full House houses! This is one of the only tours that can take you there!
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Lombard Street
1 min
The famous crooked street
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Marina District
1 min
Beautiful neighborhood
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Fisherman's Wharf
1 min
Next to Pier 39
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Chinatown
1 min
The San Francisco Chinatown is the largest, and certainly the oldest, Chinese enclave in America
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Golden Gate Bridge
10 min
Great picture stop
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Lands End
10 min
Great picture stop
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Presidio of San Francisco
10 min
Old army fort
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Grateful Dead House
10 min
Learn about the summer of love
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Twin Peaks
10 min
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Fort Point National Historic Site
10 min
Great picture stop
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Transamerica Pyramid
10 min
Famous pyramid shaped building
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Crissy Field
10 min
Old army runway now beautiful field and beaches
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Alamo Square
5 min
Home of the painted ladies
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Legion of Honor
5 min
in Lincoln park
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The Castro
5 min
Learn about Harvey Milk and The Castro
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Columbus Avenue
5 min
Through the heart of Little Italy
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Haight Street
5 min
Haight & Ashbury
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Hayes Valley
5 min
Little Boutique shops and park
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Castro Theatre
5 min
Known for its sing along shows
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Sutro Tower
5 min
Nice view at twin peaks
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Golden Gate Park
5 min
We take you through the park and learn about this amazing park
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Cliff House
5 min
Views from sutro baths
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Sutro Baths
10 min
Nice picture stop
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Sentinel Building
10 min
Learn about this beautiful building
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Golden Gate Park Windmills & Tulips
10 min
Windmills!
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Transamerica Redwood Park
10 min
Hidden gem
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Dragon's Gate
10 min
Entrance to china town
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The Jimi Hendrix House
10 min
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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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 5 travelers per booking
FAQs about Skip The Bus: San Francisco By Luxury Van Tour
Can I cancel Skip The Bus: San Francisco By Luxury Van 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?
In front of Hardrock Cafe there is a white loading zone for buses and vehicles. Please be there at least 15 mins before tour time.
What's included?
- Phone Chargers
- Private transportation
- Local guide
- On-board WiFi
- Bottled water
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Driver/guide
- Snacks
What's not included?
- Gratuities
- You must provide your own child seat and reserve a spot for the child
Which places does it visit?
It visits Pier 39, Telegraph Hill, Little Italy, North Beach, Washington Square, City Lights Booksellers, Palace of Fine Arts Theatre, Haight-Ashbury.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
What fitness level is needed?
It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
Operated by San Francisco Tour Co.
