Shore Excursion San Francisco Private City Tour (2 to 6 Guests)

Make the most of your cruise stop with a private San Francisco shore excursion in an open-air convertible Jeep. Skip crowded bus tours and explore the city with your own local guide, starting at the Cruise Ship terminal at Pier 27 or Pier 35. This flexible 2-hour tour covers top highlights including a scenic drive across the Golden Gate Bridge with photo stops, Lombard Street (traffic permitting), Fisherman’s Wharf, the Presidio, and historic neighborhoods like Chinatown and North Beach. You may also visit the Palace of Fine Arts or enjoy views from Telegraph Hill. Upgrade to a longer tour to explore Golden Gate Park, Ocean Beach, or additional neighborhoods. This is a private experience tailored to your group, timing, and interests—with a relaxed pace and guaranteed return to your ship. Each Jeep seats up to 6 guests (best for 4 adults plus children or teens).

1. 1

   Pier 27

   5 min

   We start with a pickup at Pier 27 or Pier 35 Cruise ship terminal on San Francisco's Embarcadero

2. 2

   Pier 39

   One of the most popular visitor destinations known for the Sea lions that occupy the marina

3. 3

   Golden Gate Bridge

   15 min

   The tour route crosses San Francisco’s most iconic landmark, the Golden Gate Bridge! We have four different vantage points to choose from depending on weather and traffic.

4. 4

   Marin Headlands

   10 min

   Epic views of the Golden Gate Bridge and San Francisco's skyline from the Marin Headlands.

5. 5

   Coit Tower

   5 min

   At the top of Telegraph Hill for sweeping views of San Francisco Bay

6. 6

   Dragon's Gate

   The Dragon Gate is the traditional stone archway greeting visitors to Chinatown since 1970.

7. 7

   Palace of Fine Arts Theatre

   5 min

   The Palace of Fine Arts in the Marina District of San Francisco, California, is a monumental structure originally constructed for the 1915 Panama-Pacific Exposition.

8. 8

   Lombard Street

   7 min

   The Crookedest Street Lombard Street’s 8 world-famous hairpin turns have earned it the nickname the crookedest street in the world

9. 9

   Presidio of San Francisco

   Presidio was designated a National Historic Landmark and the site has been part of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area since 1994.

10. 10

    Chinatown

    Tour enters Chinatown through the Dragon Gate.

11. 11

    Chinatown

    5 min

    This is one of the oldest and most established Chinatowns in the U.S. Beyond iconic Dragon’s Gate, a bustling maze of streets and alleys brims with dim sum joints and other traditional eateries.

12. 12

    North Beach

    10 min

    North Beach and Little Italy. North Beach, a buzzy neighborhood steeped in Italian heritage, draws locals and tourists to its checked-tablecloth trattorias, coffee shops and retro-flavored bars.

13. 13

    Marina District

    The Marina is a picturesque neighborhood of Art Deco structures with nearby Union Street the center of attention in Cow Hollow.

14. 14

    Fisherman's Wharf

    Pass by

    Tour cruises through the heart of San Francisco's Fishing Industry, including PIER 39, Hyde Street historic fishing fleet, and crab stands

• Specialized infant seats are available
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Jeeps are small vehicles - we suggest 4 adult riders plus 2 children / teens in 3rd row seating.

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