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.
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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. Upgrade your ticket to include a Panoramic Sunset Tour and a San Francisco Bay Cruise. 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

  • 24/48/72-hour Hop-on Hop-off Access
  • 1-hour Panoramic Sunset Tour (if option selected)
  • 1-hour San Francisco Bay Cruise (if option selected)
  • 1-hour Digital Chinatown Walking Tour (if option selected)
  • Digital commentary in multiple languages
  • Bike rental offer: rent 1 hour and receive 1 additional hour free
  • Big Bus Tours app (ticket storage, live tracking and ticket activation)

Exclusions

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities

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 only
  • Red Route: The main 2-hour hop-on, hop-off sightseeing loop, covering major highlights including Fisherman’s Wharf, the Embarcadero, Union Square, Chinatown, and the Golden Gate Bridge. Buses run about every 15 minutes
  • Yellow Route: 75-minute route focused on San Francisco’s colorful neighborhoods, connecting Union Square, the Painted Ladies, Haight-Ashbury, Golden Gate Park, and Chinatown. Buses run about every 2 hours
  • 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

Reviews

4015 Reviews

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GetYourGuide traveler - Germany () Aug/25/2026 03:10:20

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David - Ireland () Aug/24/2026 16:29:38

I liked the fact you could stay on the bus and explore different areas and then decide which ones to get off at that interests you the most.

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GetYourGuide traveler - Mexico () Aug/24/2026 04:53:55

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GetYourGuide traveler - Germany () Aug/24/2026 04:29:12

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Stephen - United Kingdom () Aug/24/2026 03:53:06

buses were frequent and drivers very helpful, would recommend to anyone new to the city

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Maria - United States () Aug/24/2026 03:52:35

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GetYourGuide traveler - Germany () Aug/23/2026 18:16:47

Preislich etwas hoch

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