San Francisco: Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour with 17 Stops

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Explore San Francisco's best landmarks on a Big Bus open-top double-decker. Immerse yourself in the city's history and visit sights like Fisherman's Wharf, Museum of Modern Art, Embarcadero, and more.
◆ San Francisco ◆ Russian Hill ◆ North America ◆ Civic Center Plaza ◆ Embarcadero ◆ Sausalito ◆ San Francisco County, California ◆ West Coast of the United States ◆ California ◆ Haight Street ◆ North Beach, San Francisco ◆ San Francisco Bay ◆ Haight-Ashbury ◆ Market Street ◆ San Francisco Bay Area, California ◆ Alcatraz ◆ Palace of Fine Arts Theatre ◆ Museum of Modern Art, San Francisco ◆ Muir Woods National Monument ◆ Chinatown Gate ◆ Alamo Square ◆ Fisherman's Wharf ◆ Union Square, San Francisco ◆ Nob Hill ◆ Chinatown, San Francisco ◆ Union Street ◆ Golden Gate Park ◆ Marin County, California ◆ South of Market ◆ Northern Waterfront ◆ Golden Gate Bridge ◆ Pier 39 ◆ Lombard Street ◆ Marina District ◆ Painted Ladies ◆ United States ◆ Southwestern USA ◆ Civic Center, San Francisco ◆

Description

San Francisco: Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour with 17 Stops

Discover the iconic landmarks and hidden gems of San Francisco as you hop on and off our comfortable open-top buses at any of our numerous stops. Whether you want to visit the Golden Gate Bridge, explore Fisherman's Wharf, stroll through the Marina District, or immerse yourself in the vibrant neighborhoods, our tours cover it all. With onboard digital commentary, you'll learn fascinating stories and fun facts about the city's history, culture, and famous attractions. Our professional audio guides ensure you don't miss a thing! Enjoy the freedom to explore at your own leisure. Hop off whenever something catches your eye and hop back on when you're ready to continue your adventure. Plus, our frequent bus service means you'll never wait long for the next bus to arrive. Big Bus offers the most comprehensive tour in town. No need to switch buses – our one full city loop will take you to famous neighborhoods and attractions including Pier 39, Chinatown, Little Italy, Painted Ladies Victorian Homes, Marina District, Lombard Street, Union Square Shopping District and an unforgettable journey across the Golden Gate Bridge. Top sights: North Beach Chinatown Embarcadero Center Fisherman’s Wharf Ferry Building Union Square Redemption Center Civic Center Golden Gate Bridge Palace of Fine Arts Marina Lombard Street Pier 35 Pier 39


What's included

  • 24 or 48-hour unlimited hop-on and hop-off access
  • 1-hour Panoramic Sunset Tour (if option selected)
  • San Francisco Blazing Saddles Comfort Bike Rental (if option selected)
  • 1-hour Digital Chinatown Walking Tour (if option selected)
  • Half-Day Wine Tour of Napa Valley (if option selected)
  • Digital commentary in multiple languages
  • Souvenir earbuds
  • Big Bus Tours app (ticket storage, live tracking and ticket activation)

Exclusions

  • Hotel pickup

Highlights

  • Enjoy panoramic views of San Francisco and listen to captivating commentary
  • Hop off and on at any stop including Fisherman's Wharf and its famous museums
  • Ride along to the Golden Gate Bridge or explore the redwood trees of Muir Woods
  • Explore both sides of the bridge by bus or foot

Additional Information

  • The first tour of the day departs from Stop #1 – Big Bus Tours Visitors Center at 10:00 AM with the last tour of the day departing at 5:00 PM. Headphones will be provided upon arrival, however, feel free to use your own.
  • Hop-on Hop-off tour ticket is valid during operating hours for 24/48 hours after first use.
  • Chinatown tour is available via app on Android and iOS. See Big Bus staff for additional details. Tour begins at Stop #3.
  • Tours may be taken on separate days.
  • Download and open the Big Bus app from the App Store or Google Play. Open the app and tap "Add Booking" and enter your booking reference. On the day of travel, open your ticket and press "Activate" then show your activated ticket to the driver at any stop along the route. Plus, use the app for route information and live bus tracking.

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