Overview
Bike like a local through the Streets of San Francisco!
Ride Beyond the hills on this all electric bike tour! Explore the back alleys of North Beach’s “Little Italy” and pedal through Downtown – the beating heart of the city – on this quintessential San Francisco neighborhoods bike tour. Loop around the Giant’s Oracle Ballpark and houseboats.
Pedal into the culturally rich Mission District to visit the Mural Alleys. Ride through the colorful Castro to trendy Nopa, where you can snap a photo in front of the iconic Painted Ladies of Alamo Square. Visit the Civic Center & Polk Gulch.
By the time we park our bikes back at Fisherman’s Wharf, you’ll know the city like the back of your hand. Includes post- tour bonus bike rental so folks can head out & visit the Golden Gate Bridge!
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Current Year Model Beyond Cloud Electric bike outfitted with bell, map and map holder, front handlebar bag, rear bike rack, lock and key, water bottle holder, comfy seat and shock absorbents.
All day bike and equipment rental
4-hour Guided bike tour of San Francisco with professional Tour Guide
Water
Lunch
Optional Tour Guide Gratuity
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Tour departs from our Fisherman's Wharf Tour Center.
Please arrive at least 30 minutes before your tour is scheduled to depart.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
• Please bring a credit card with ID (one per party suffices) for the security deposit
What to expect
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Fisherman's Wharf
30 min
The tour begins in one of the only true Fisherman's Wharfs left in the country. Tour departs from our Fisherman's Wharf Tour Center at 2661 Taylor Street.
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Washington Square
3 min
The tour will take you from Fisherman's Wharf into Little Italy. The first stop is at Washington Square Park, located in between St Peter & Paul's Church, Mommas restaurant, and some of the best Italian restaurants San Francisco has to offer. This stop provides great views of the TransAmerica building, Coit Tower, and Russian Hill.
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Coit Tower
3 min
Donated by a widow of the Firefighters union Coit Tower pays homage to all firefighters, with it's fire hydrant design.
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Transamerica Pyramid
3 min
Wind through the alleys of the Financial district
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Exploratorium
3 min
Pass by the exploratorium, filled with science projects for everyone! Come back after the tour for some family fun!
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Ferry Building
5 min
Another iconic landmark of San Francisco! Designed in 1898. The Ferry Building was remodeled in 2003 to be a food retailer and market. It used to be the second busiest transit terminal until completion of Golden Gate and Bay Bridges
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The Embarcadero
5 min
Ride along the bike-friendly path along the Bay waterfront!
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Oracle Park
5 min
Recently renamed Oracle Park, riders can see the home of one of America's best baseball teams, The Giants!
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SoMa
5 min
After the ferry building ride through the tech district and the design district through the industrial and cool SoMA (South of Market) district.
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Clarion Alley Murals
10 min
See the talent of our many Street Artists while riding through Clarion Alley. Stop to take a picture of your new favorite piece, and maybe even meet the artist that made it!
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Mission District
10 min
Traditionally a very Latin-American part of San Francisco, now borders with hipsters! Ride through Mission and Valencia Streets and see all the beautiful taqeria's, vintage stores, and amazing thrift stores!
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Mission Dolores Park
5 min
Stop atop Dolores Park at the "fruit shelf" for one of the best photo ops of the downtown San Francisco Skyline.
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The Castro
5 min
Home of Harvey Milk and the LGBT movement, this neighborhood is steeped in rich history, vibrant colors, and a fabulous attitude!
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Duboce Triangle
5 min
Ride your bike through the wiggle- a popular local cyclist route from the Castro into the Haight-Ashbury Neighborhood.
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Haight-Ashbury
30 min
The tour includes a 30 minute lunch stop at our Golden Gate Park shop, 622 Shrader Street. Riders can get off their bike and walk around the Haight-Ashbury neighborhood, or grab a sandwich from the local Haight Street Market. Haight-Ashbury is where the hippie movement began one summer of love. As you ride by you will hear the faint sounds of music by Janis Joplin and the Grateful dead - who owned homes near The Haight during the summer of love.
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Panhandle - Golden Gate Park
30 min
Ride alongside the daily commuters and experience life like-a-local! along this short ride to the entrance of Golden Gate Park.
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Alamo Square
5 min
The famous painted ladies and the backdrop of San Francisco! One of the most original and iconic photos of San Francisco will be taken here in this quintessential San Francisco park, Alamo Square Park.
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Hayes Valley
5 min
You will ride through this trendy upscale neighborhood with beautiful shops and resturants. You will see the Opera House and the SF Symphony on your way from Alamo Square to Civic Center.
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Civic Center
5 min
San Francisco's Civic center has some of the most beautiful Architecture- City Hall lights up in different colors each night, and you can see the lawn out front with a Spanish Retiro-park feel.
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Lower Nob Hill
5 min
Ride along the Polk Gulch from Civic Center- a neighborhood that has seen it all! It was the original LGBT district of San Francisco. First Gay Pride Parade in San Francisco was on Polk Street in 1972.
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Aquatic Park
5 min
See the iconic views of Ghiradelli Square, the Hyde Street piers, The Maritime Museum and the neighborhood Russian Hill.
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2661 Taylor St
5 min
Your bike tour will end back where it started, in Fisherman's Wharf at our 2661 Taylor Bike Shop.
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
- Riders must be confident riding in city streets
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Streets of San Francisco Guided Electric Bike Tour
Can I cancel Streets of San Francisco Guided Electric Bike 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 3–4 hours.
Where does it start?
Tour departs from our Fisherman's Wharf Tour Center. Please arrive at least 30 minutes before your tour is scheduled to depart.
What's included?
- Current Year Model Beyond Cloud Electric bike outfitted with bell, map and map holder, front handlebar bag, rear bike rack, lock and key,…
- All day bike and equipment rental
- 4-hour Guided bike tour of San Francisco with professional Tour Guide
What's not included?
- Water
- Lunch
- Optional Tour Guide Gratuity
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Which places does it visit?
It visits Fisherman's Wharf, Washington Square, Coit Tower, Transamerica Pyramid, Exploratorium, Ferry Building, The Embarcadero, Oracle Park.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Bay City Bike Rentals & Tours
