1 Day Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour
Hop on and hop off the bus as long as you like for one full day. Explore Chinatown, North Beach, the Civic Center and Haight Ashbury. Cross the world-famous Golden Gate Bridge, take a stroll in Golden Gate Park, or go shopping at Union Square.
Highlights
- Visit the major attractions of San Francisco
- Cross the Golden Gate Bridge on an open top bus
- Enjoy 1 day hop on hop off access to the Official City Tour
- Live commentary or multilingual audio tour in 8 languages
What's included
- Hop On Hop Off City Tour
- Ticket valid for 1 day
- Fun & informative audio commentary
- Cross the Golden Gate Bridge
- Tips and Gratuity
- Hotel Pick Up
Overview
The open-top bus provides the best views of the city while you drive along San Francisco's vibrant neighborhoods. Start your tour at Fisherman's Wharf, one of the most vibrant places in the city and home to the world famous sea lions at Pier 39.
The highlight of the tour is the ride across San Francisco's most iconic landmark – the Golden Gate Bridge. While crossing the 1.7-mile span you have breathtaking views of the bridge, Alcatraz Island and the stunning skyline. Stop at Golden Gate Park to explore one of the largest urban parks in the world.
If you stay on the bus for the full tour, you can see all major sites of San Francisco in 2 hours, but with your flexible 1-day ticket you are free to explore the city at your own pace and hop on and off the bus as often as you like.
1-Day Hop on Hop Off City Tour
Start your tour at Fisherman's Wharf, one of the most vibrant places in the city. Visit the exciting attractions at Pier 39, watch the popular sea lion colony and see many other sights along the waterfront. The open-top bus gives you the best views while you drive along the Barbary Coast, the Embarcadero, Ferry Building, Union Square, City Hall, North Beach, the Palace of Fine Arts, Golden Gate Park and much more.
Snap a picture of Chinatown's 'Dragon Gates' and try their delicious food, or shop at Union Square in many of its luxury stores. Take a stroll around Alamo Square to see the world-famous Painted Ladies Victorian houses, also known as "Postcard Row". In Haight Ashbury you will be taken back in time to the “Summer of Love”, surrounded by colorful murals and fine art dedicated to San Francisco’s hippie culture.
The highlight of the tour is the ride across San Francisco’s most iconic landmark – the Golden Gate Bridge. While crossing the 1.7-mile span on the open-top bus you will have breathtaking views of the bridge, Alcatraz Island and the stunning skyline. Hop off at North Vista Point to take your best selfie, or walk across the bridge high above the bay.
Enjoy the great views of San Francisco's City Hall, the Opera House and Symphony Hall along the Civic Center. Escape to Golden Gate Park to explore one of the largest urban parks in the world. Stop at its popular museums and attractions, the California Academy of Sciences, the Conservatory of Flowers, and the De Young Museum, or enjoy the long hiking trails, bike paths, lakes, waterfalls, and much more.
If you stay on the bus for the full tour, you can see all major sites of San Francisco in 2 hours, but with your flexible 1-day ticket you are free to explore the city at your own pace and hop on and off the bus as often as you like. The audio commentary provides fun and informative insights about San Francisco while you enjoy the most amazing views from the open top deck of the Double Decker bus.
Additional Information
Operating Days: Daily (except Christmas Day)
Operating Hours: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, buses run every 30-60 minutes
Departure Location: Stop # 1 at 99 Jefferson Street, San Francisco, CA 94133
Duration: approx. 2 hours (if staying on the bus for one loop)
Ticket Validity: 1 day
Audio commentary available in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Mandarin, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese and Cantonese.
Maximum height: cm
Required Information for Booking: : Full Names Each Traveler
Accessibility: Stroller accessible
Accessibility: Infants required to sit on laps
Accessibility: Travellers easily arrive and depart on public transport
Points of interest
Golden Gate Park, San Francisco, CA, USA
PIER 39, The Embarcadero, San Francisco, CA, USA
Union Square, Post Street, San Francisco, CA, USA
Marin Headlands, Sausalito, CA, USA
Golden Gate National Recreation Area, Mill Valley, CA, USA
Ferry Building, San Francisco, CA, USA
Lombard Street, Lombard Street, San Francisco, CA, USA
Palace of Fine Arts, Lyon Street, San Francisco, CA, USA
Golden Gate Bridge, Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco, CA, USA
Painted Ladies, Hayes Street, San Francisco, CA, USA
Know before you book
Children under 2 years of age are free
Ticket valid for 1 day
Know before you go
This bus tour is first come first serve
Carry a jacket as it can get cold on the bus
Mobile voucher accepted
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation any time before your tour. Any cancellation after the tour date will be non-refundable.
