San Francisco Grand City Tour

Enjoy a four-hour guided tour of San Francisco. At each stop, you’ll have the chance to get off the bus and see the sights. Tour the city from the Bay to the Pacific Ocean, with photo stops at key locations. Enjoy great views and visit famous attractions, including the Golden Gate Bridge, Twin peaks, Land's End, and Palace of Fine Arts. Opt to upgrade your tour to include a bay cruise, or 4-hour bike rental, or a visit to the Aquarium of the Bay, to complete your San Francisco experience!

1. 1

   Stop 1

   Pass by

   Departing the heart of Union square, the coach makes its way to the Golden Gate Bridge. On your way to the Golden Gate Bridge, travelers will see: Union Square: Theatres, shopping, hotels

2. 2

   Van Ness Avenue

   Pass by

   We make our way north on Van Ness Avenue. Famous for being used as a firebreak, by the US Army during the 1906 earthquake and fire.

3. 3

   Cow Hollow

   Pass by

   Two affluent neighborhoods, attracting young professionals. Chic fashion boutiques, Pilates studios, juice shops, beauty salons. Many fine dining restaurants ranging from French Bistros to American Fusion Cuisine.

4. 4

   Palace of Fine Arts Theatre

   10 min

   Designed by Bernard Maybeck for the 1915 Worlds Fair. This 162-foot high open rotunda appears as a Greek-Roman inspired fictional ruin. Disembark bus and explore the structure and lagoon.

5. 5

   Golden Gate Bridge

   15 min

   Stop at the Golden Gate Bridge to enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of this iconic landmark. Capture memorable photos of this engineering marvel and enjoy the fresh coastal breeze.

6. 6

   Presidio of San Francisco

   Pass by

   Former U.S. Army military fort,1500-acre park. Home to; Baker Beach, hiking, historic buildings house the Walt Disney Family Museum, eateries, homes, and businesses like Lucasfilm, with its Yoda Fountain.

7. 7

   Lands End

   15 min

   Beautiful coastal stop at Ocean Beach with rugged cliffs, cypress forest, and views of the Golden Gate Bridge, Pacific Ocean, Sutro Bath ruins, and the Cliff House.

8. 8

   Golden Gate Park

   Pass by

   Entering Golden Gate Park from the west we pass by one of two Dutch Windmills. Journeying through the park the driver will point out all the points of interest; Bison Paddock, Japanese Tea Gardens, California Academy of Science, Conservatory of Flowers.

9. 9

   Haight-Ashbury

   Pass by

   Travelers will see where the Hippie movement began during the Summer of Love. Unusual stores, unique dining and live entertainment.

10. 10

    Twin Peaks

    15 min

    Two identical peaks give this attraction its name. One of the highest peaks in the city, you will have breathtaking 360 degree views of the entire city

11. 11

    The Castro

    Pass by

    Descending down towards Market Street, we enter the Castro District. All are welcome and safe in this LGBT community!

12. 12

    Ferry Plaza Farmer's Market

    Pass by

    This major thoroughfare in San Francisco. We drive east from the Castro towards the Ferry Building and the downtown Financial District.

13. 13

    Financial District

    Pass by

    Among the skyscrapers that dominate the skyline (Transamerica Pyramid, Salesforce Tower), there is a wealth of tech business and Fortune 500 companies.

14. 14

    Chinatown

    Pass by

    Passing under the "Dragon Gates" of Chinatown, traveler's enter a bustling district of commerce bursting with color.

15. 15

    North Beach

    Pass by

    Don't blink your eyes, the transition from Chinatown to North Beach is seamless. This quick transition brings us the sights and aromas of San Francisco's "Little Italy".

16. 16

    Fisherman's Wharf

    5 min

    First drop-off location On the northern waterfront, is the cities most visited and busiest tourist areas. Souvenir shops, stalls selling crab and clam chowder in sourdough bread bowls, appear at every turn.

17. 17

    Union Square

    5 min

    Union Square: Final drop-off location

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Please bring your paper or electronic voucher with you on the day of your tour to be redeemed upon pickup or check in at one of our tour offices.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.