Day trips from San Francisco
806 bookable experiences
The best day out of San Francisco is usually the one someone else drives. These trips handle the transfers, the timings and the tickets, and have you back by evening.
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Alcatraz Inside Access Ferry and Audio Tour with Night Option
Explore Alcatraz Island like never before with this exclusive package that includes official admission and round-trip ferry tickets. Accompanied by a unique companion audio guide, your journey unfolds with captivating…
San Francisco Bay Sunset & City Lights Cruise
Experience the magic of San Francisco after dark with our California Sunset Cruise, a perfect evening escape. As the sun sets, the city comes to life, and this 2-hour cruise offers a front-row seat to the iconic…
Napa and Sonoma Wine Country Full-Day Tour from San Francisco
Cross the Golden Gate Bridge and explore California’s top wineries on a luxurious full-day tour. Visit famous wineries in Napa & Sonoma, enjoy tastings, a delicious lunch, and free time in Sonoma Square Plaza (if you…
Small Group Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Day Trip from San Francisco
Take a day trip from San Francisco to Yosemite National Park, described as the crown jewel of the country's many splendid national parks. You will be guided on a coach tour to highlights such as Bridalveil Falls, Tunnel…
San Francisco Alcatraz App Guided Tour with Cruise and Jail House
Embark on an exhilarating journey through history with our Alcatraz Highlights Tour! Step foot on the infamous island that once contained America's most notorious criminals and immerse yourself in the captivating tales…
San Francisco Bay Cruise
You haven’t fully experienced San Francisco until you’ve taken a Bay Cruise. This popular 1-hour excursion heads underneath the Golden Gate Bridge, around Alcatraz Island, past Angel Island State Park, and alongside the…
Alcatraz Inside Cruise With Free Audio and Night Option
Experience visiting an unforgettable experience that combines history, mystery and incredible views. It is a bucket list San Francisco experience.This tour guarantees admission to Alcatraz Island. Secure this experience…
Muir Woods and Sausalito Small Group Tour
This tour will visit Muir Woods and Sausalito. Note that this tour includes the Muir Woods entrance fee. We provide a boutique, personal experience with knowledgeable local guides in small groups. The 8:30am and 9:45am…
Napa and Sonoma Premium Small Group Wine Tour from San Francisco
No Football Match Today? Here's the perfect way to spend your off-days around San Francisco. Embark on a full-day adventure that blends San Francisco’s iconic skyline with the rolling vineyards of Napa and Sonoma,Capped…
SF: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour by Open-top Bus
See San Francisco’s top sights the easy way with Big Bus Tours. We offer the most comprehensive tour with over 17 hop-on hop-off locations spanning from the Golden Gate Bridge for panoramic views of the Bay, to…
Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Day Tour from San Francisco w Pickup
See more of Yosemite in less time with early park entry. This year-round guided day trip from San Francisco covers the park’s top sights, including Yosemite Falls, El Capitan, Tunnel View, and the iconic Giant Sequoias…
San Francisco: Golden Gate Bay Cruise (60 Minutes)
One hour scenic voyage - Ferry between Pier 43.5 and Fisherman’s Wharf while transiting along San Francisco’s breathtaking waterfront, passing under the Golden Gate and around Alcatraz! Learn the history of San…
Golden Gate Bridge Muir Woods Sausalito with Optional Alcatraz
All of our tour guides are Bay Area Natives, which will help you understand what it’s like to grow up in SF and now live here as grown ups with our own families. You will enjoy an introduction to San Francisco on this 5…
Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour (Return by Bus or Ferry)
Take time out from San Francisco on a half-day trip to Muir Woods National Park and Sausalito. This enthralling half-day trip takes you across the Golden Gate Bridge to the Bay Area's most popular National Park Monument…
Chinatown, North Beach, Little Italy: 7 Tastings & History
Spend an afternoon exploring two of San Francisco's vibrant areas for food and nightlife on a walking tour through Chinatown and North Beach. On their own, they will stir your senses. Together, they awaken you to new…
San Francisco, Muir Woods, Sausalito and Optional Alcatraz Tour
Discover San Francisco, Muir Woods, and Sausalito with the option to add tickets to Alcatraz! Join a small group tour that covers four iconic experiences in a single day: explore San Francisco’s historic neighborhoods,…
San Francisco Super Saver: Muir Woods & Wine Country w/ optional Gourmet Lunch
Enjoy the best of both worlds on this award-winning tour—begin your day with a peaceful stroll through the majestic redwoods of Muir Woods National Monument, then unwind with exclusive wine tastings in the scenic Napa…
Half-Day Tour: Napa and Sonoma Winery Tour from San Francisco
Savor the flavors of California’s world-famous wine country on a relaxing half-day adventure from San Francisco. Travel in comfort from the city to Napa and Sonoma, enjoy guided tastings at handpicked wineries, and soak…
Yosemite Day Tour from San Francisco
Yosemite National Park is a must-visit California gem, and this day trip from San Francisco makes it easy. Leave the urban hustle-bustle behind and journey through Central Valley, Gold Country and the Sierra Nevada…
San Francisco Love Tour
For an unforgettable City Sightseeing tour, hitch a ride in a 1970's VW Hippie bus. This is an authentic and unique way to experience San Francisco. This tour is packed with with facts and fun about San Francisco!
San Francisco Bay Sunset Catamaran Cruise
Enjoy the serene San Francisco Bay at sunset on this evening with the Sunset Cruise aboard a luxurious catamaran. Sail by Alcatraz Island, under the Golden Gate Bridge and look for sea lions, then cruise down the city…
Painted Ladies San Francisco City Tour
Come jump on a city tour with us to cruise through some of the 15 top city highlights including Union Square, Chinatown, North Beach, Hayes Valley, Golden Gate Park, the Haight/Ashbury, Western Addition, Civic Center…
San Francisco Excursion: Guided Tour to Muir Woods and Sausalito
Experience the awe and wonder of one of California's oldest redwood groves as you stroll through dedicated paths of 1000-year-old redwood trees. With limited reserved parking on-site, traveling with Big Bus Tours to…
San Francisco Sunset Cruise
This 90-minute cruise set to music will take you from PIER 39 and passes by San Francisco icons, such as the famous California Sea Lions and the Golden Gate Bridge. As the sun sets on the San Francisco Bay and the…
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