Wondering how to see all the best sights in San Francisco when parking is so limited? You can explore it all with an open-sided van tour led by the friendliest local guides in the city. This full-day, small group tour takes you to impressive sights like the Presidio, Golden Gate Bridge, and Twin Peaks, before heading deeper into the Haight-Ashbury, Castro, and Mission neighborhoods. An iconic trip to Alcatraz Island is included to top off this memorable San Francisco tour.
Hotel pickup within San Francisco
A guided tour of San Francisco in an open-sided van
Photo stop at the Golden Gate Bridge
Free time for lunch at a local market (food not included)
Ferry ticket and access to Alcatraz Island
Award-winning Alcatraz cell house audio guide tour
One of the friendliest (and funnest) local guides in the city
Lunch
Explore San Francisco in one day
See the best sites in San Francisco in just one day thanks to a local guide who loves to share his city
Hotel pickup
Your local guide will pick you up outside your accommodations like the VIP you are
Comfortable transportation
Enjoy views from any seat in your custom transportation
Golden Gate Bridge
Take in views of incredible bridge that is the symbol of San Francisco
Palace of Fine Arts
See some of San Francisco's most incredible architecture
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Absolutely Fantastic
Miles H.
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September 01, 2025
Visiting Alcatraz was an experience and following that with a walk around Fisherman's Wharf sounds great. Our guide’s narrative concerning the Golden Gate Bridge was outstanding.
Adam H.
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August 31, 2025
Georgia W.
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August 30, 2025
A Day Full of Wonders
Madeline O.
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August 30, 2025
Alcatraz was simply captivating. We treasured the picturesque drive through Presidio National Park, with its sensational Golden Gate views, and the buzz of Fisherman’s Wharf.
San Francisco's Best!
Savannah D.
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August 25, 2025
This tour brought out the best of San Francisco! Some tourists wanted to do Alcatraz and have drinks I the painted ladies, she said. So many iconic photo ops!
Couldn't Ask For More
John B.
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August 24, 2025
Great from the Alcatraz chilling cells to sea lions of Pier 39 every min. Was great. The views of Golden Gate Bridge are fantastic. The most thorough and fun way to see SF!
Miles N.
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August 21, 2025
Imogen C.
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August 19, 2025
Thrilled with Our Choice
Isabella M.
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August 15, 2025
So glad we chose this tour! This Alcatraz was definitely a highlight of the trip. Loved the oddness of Lombard Street and the liveliness of Chinatown. Stellar guide too!
SF Magic in a Day!
Sophia P.
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August 13, 2025
Enjoyed the experience of the Golden Gate Bridge up close and the little Painted Ladies. Our guide spruced up every stop from Chinatown to Fisherman’s Wharf. A perfect whirlwind for first-timers!
Aaron G.
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August 09, 2025
Eliza H.
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August 04, 2025
History & Scenery Combined
Mackenzie P.
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August 04, 2025
Alcatraz provided incredible historical insights. And a scenic afternoon from driving through Sausalito and stopping for Golden Gate photos. A fantastic, well-organized tour!
Perfect SF Introduction
Emma B.
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August 03, 2025
This is an absolutely perfect tour to see the highlights of San Francisco. It was also a hoot to see Alcatraz and marvel at the iconic landmarks such as Union Square and Ghirardelli Square during the city drive. An excellent value, truly!
Golden Gate Views & More
Zoey H.
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August 02, 2025
We loved the chance to glimpse the Golden Gate Bridge from all kinds of angles. Alcatraz was such a powerful visit. And we got so much added depth from our guide’s commentary about Lombard Street and Chinatown as a result.
What an incredible day
Vincent R.
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August 01, 2025
Alcatraz was hauntingly brilliant. The views from Twin Peaks were spectacular and I loved Fisherman's Wharf. So much covered seamlessly!
Isaac P.
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July 31, 2025
Unforgettable Alcatraz
Chloe B.
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July 30, 2025
Exploring Alcatraz was a highlight – so much history! The entire day was seamless from the city sights to the island. Highly recommend for history lovers!
Alcatraz Adventure
Charles E.
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July 29, 2025
Visiting Alcatraz was absolutely amazing there was so much history in one place. The city tour was fantastic and took us to all the must see places!
Tahlia L.
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July 27, 2025
Engaging & Informative
Dylan W.
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July 25, 2025
Our guide was awesome and shared some amazing stories about San Francisco. Alcatraz was incredibly moving.This tour is a brilliant way to experience the city's highlights!
Absolutely loved it!
Caroline B.
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July 24, 2025
This was by far my best day in San Francisco! The mix of landmarks and the powerful visit to Alcatraz was great. Highly recommend!
Organized Perfection
Leah C.
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July 22, 2025
It was incredibly well-organized tour allowed us to fully enjoy each stop I was truly impressed with Alcatraz and the sights in the city were lovely!
Alcatraz Was Unforgettable!
Brooklyn R.
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July 21, 2025
The Alcatraz audio tour was so intense and eery. Combined with gorgeous views of the Golden Gate Bridge, it was an awesome history and scenery packed day!
Exceeded all expectations
Charlotte G.
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July 20, 2025
Alcatraz was a fascinating place and very thought provoking. The included city tour, with several viewpoint stops, made it a full and enjoyable day.
