Top Experiences in Embarcadero

Embark on a quest around San Francisco by solving clues playing the role of a person wanting to become rich in 1900, all with the help of your smartphone. Unlock new stories as you discover on your own the Embarcadero, Union Square, the Mechanics Monument, and more. You won't need a guide.

- Discover popular and hidden places in San Francisco
- Follow clues and unlock local stories that will amaze you
- Visit Chinatown and the French Quarter in San Francisco

You play the role of a person who has just arrived in San Francisco in the early 1900s seeking fortune like many others have done. It’s not long after the gold rush boom and there is plenty of money to be had. How will you strike it rich?

Each clue on this quest will lead you from one place to another, giving you precise directions, so you won’t need a map, a GPS, or a guide. The quest will take you about 1.5 hours to complete, but you can finish it at your own pace. Start and stop the quest whenever you want.

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20 stops on the Official City tour

See all major sites in San Francisco

1-hour cruise of the Bay area and around Alcatraz island

Explore the city at your leisure

Major highlights: Golden Gate bridge, Golden Gate Park, Alcatraz island, Downtown, Fisherman's wharf and much more.

Enjoy a Two-Day Two-Tour Alcatraz & Electric Bike Tour Package. This tour includes the official trip to Alcatraz island and a professionally guided bike tour. Check these Two Top-Ten visitor experiences OFF your bucket list with this package deal.

Take a private tour of America's most beautiful city!
start from downtown and see all major attractions: Union Square, China Town, Nob Hill, Financial District, SOMA, Embarcadero, Levi Straus, North Beach, Telegraph Hill, Coit Tower, Pier 39, Fisherman's Wharf, Marina, Golden Gate Bridge.
Take multiple stops in the most amazing locations where the guide will be happy to take pictures of your group.
Enjoy the variety of neighborhoods, nature and architecture!
Ask your driver/guide what you want to see the most and he will be happy to customize the tour!
Listen about the history, culture and modern politics of the city!!!

Enjoy what it's like to fly over the San Francisco Bay during sunset. Witness the beautiful and spectacular scenery of the sun's red and orange hues highlighting skyscrapers, and giving the Bay a completely different tone, and watch how nightlife begins by seeing how the city and nearby town lights light up from underneath. Your flight takes place in a Cessna 172 Skyhawk.

You haven't Discovered San Francisco until you've seen it from the air. On this scenic, 45-minute flight, appreciate the views from a truly unique perspective. Look down upon Alcatraz, the Golden Gate Bridge, and the city skyline. This aviation service is located at the Hayward airport in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Your flight takes place in a Cessna 172 Skyhawk

Fly over San Francisco on board of a Cessna and get fantastic aerial views of the City of San Francisco ,Alcatraz Island,Golden Gate. Panoramic views of Sausalito, Tiburon, Angel Island and stunning views of San Francisco International Airport.

Enjoy what it's like to fly over the San Francisco Bay during sunset. Witness the beautiful and spectacular scenery of the sun's red and orange hues highlighting skyscrapers, and giving the Bay a completely different tone and watch how nightlife begins by seeing how the city and nearby town lights light up from underneath. Your flight takes place in a Cessna 172 Skyhawk

I craft one four-hour adventure each morning just for the small group and unique goings on in the City that day. The itinerary is open - we will always stop at San Francisco’s classic landmarks like the Golden Gate Bridge and Twin Peaks and typically roll through neighborhoods like North Beach, Pacific Heights, Haight-Ashbury, Castro, and the Embarcadero.

We will also leave big buses behind and may explore street-art alleys in the Mission, mosaic stairways in the Sunset, the laid-back vibe of the Presidio, our Beaux-Arts City Hall, famous “Painted Ladies” at Alamo Square, or go down the real crookedest street in San Francisco (not Lombard). It all depends on what's best just that day.

It's a long morning, so mid way through we will stop at a local market where the group can get a quick lunch and do some local people watching.

We will finish in the Fisherman's Wharf area in the early afternoon. If your afternoon plans take you elsewhere, we can find a mutually convenient end point.

Take 4 hours out of your busy schedule to enjoy a private walking tour of the most important highlights of San Francisco.

We will arrange the meeting point at a centrally located meeting point and we will take you on this private tour.

San Francisco is a unique and very famous city. Let us indulge you in this unique 2 hour experience to get to best of San Francisco that can be done walking.

Amongst others, during your private walking tour you will enjoy:

Queen Anne Hotel
St Mary’s Cathedral
Lafayette Park
Painted Ladies
Calvary Presbyterian Church
Pacific Heights
Golden Gate Bridge
Mrs Doubtfire House
Congregation Sherith Israel
Cow Hollow
Union Street

- SAVE COVID-19 SAFE - As this is a private tour we take care of maintaining social distance

Explore the best of San Francisco on board a Big Bus Tour. We offer the most comprehensive tour with over 16 hop-on hop-off locations spanning from Fisherman’s Wharf to the Golden Gate Bridge. No need to switch buses – our one full city loop will take you to famous neighborhoods and attractions including Pier 39, Chinatown, Little Italy, Painted Ladies Victorian Homes, Haight-Ashbury Neighborhood, Golden Gate Park, Lombard Crooked Street, Union Square Shopping District and an unforgettable journey across the Golden Gate Bridge. With 16 stops, hop-on and hop-off at your leisure and experience San Francisco’s diverse culture, eclectic food, beautiful parks, stunning architecture, world-class shopping and picturesque views.

This combo tour consists of 2 parts: A tour to Muir Woods and Sausalito and San Francisco City tour.
Two different tours are run by either one or two different drivers and usually, there is a 30-minute break between them. It can start with either Woods or the city depending on the number of bookings.
On the way to the Woods, you will cross the Golden Gate bridge and make a short stop to take pictures of the bridge, the bay, and downtown San Francisco.
Then we will drive you to the Muir Woods where you will spend 1hr 20 minutes walking and seeing the tallest trees in the world.
Then we will take you to Sausalito where you will spend 1 hour strolling the waterfront, visiting art galleries and souvenir shops, or having lunch.
We will take you back to the city and you will enjoy the city tour that lasts about 3.5 to 4 hours.
You will see all the major attractions of this World Class city with one of our experienced tour guides. He will make 4-5 stops to take pictures.

Bike like a local through the Streets of San Francisco!
Ride Beyond the hills on this all electric bike tour! Explore the back alleys of North Beach’s “Little Italy” and pedal through Downtown – the beating heart of the city – on this quintessential San Francisco neighborhoods bike tour. Loop around the Giant’s Oracle Ballpark and houseboats. Pedal into the culturally rich Mission District to visit the Mural Alleys. Ride through the colorful Castro to trendy Nopa, where you can snap a photo in front of the iconic Painted Ladies of Alamo Square. Visit the Civic Center & Polk Gulch. By the time we park our bikes back at Fisherman’s Wharf, you’ll know the city like the back of your hand. Includes post- tour bonus bike rental so folks can head out & visit the Golden Gate Bridge!

The historic Ferry Building and Alcatraz are two of San Francisco's most prolific attractions. On this not-to-be missed combo tour, you get to see them both in one day. First, enjoy 90 minutes in the Ferry Building to nibble on some of the city’s finest fare during a guided tour.  Please note that the Farmer's Market is active on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. Tours on all other days will spend more time and visits inside the building. After the food tour, walk over to Pier 33 to pick up your tickets and board your ferry to Alcatraz. On Alcatraz Island, the Cellhouse audio tour will captivate you with live recordings from the former prisoners.

1-Day PLUS Pass includes Hop On Hop Off City Tour (2 hour loop) + San Francisco Night Tour (1 hour) on one value ticket (BEST DEAL!)

Unlimited hop-on hop-off usage for 1 Day.

24 Stops along the way.

See all major sites of San Francisco.

Explore the city at your own leisure.

Major Highlights: Downtown San Francisco, Fisherman's Wharf, the world famous Golden Gate Bridge, Golden Gate Park and much more.

Hop aboard a open air vintage Mack fire engine and embark on a night filled with festive music and candy canes as you explore the city's holiday light displays. Cruise along Fisherman's Wharf, Union Square, the Embarcadero, and Market Street on this family-friendly adventure. Fasten your seat belts and firefighter jackets, and book this tour today!

2-Day Hop on Hop Off City TourStart your tour at Fisherman's Wharf, one of the most vibrant places in the city. The highlight of the tour is the ride across San Francisco's most iconic landmark – the Golden Gate Bridge. 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.

With a 2-day ticket you can explore San Francisco at your own pace and hop on and off the bus as often as you like. If you stay on the bus for the full tour, you can see all major sites of San Francisco in 2 hours.

San Francisco Night Tour
This live narrated 60–90-minute tour of San Francisco shows you the most vibrant neighborhoods of the city. On the way back the tour continues along the waterfront, passing the Embarcadero and Ferry Building before returning to Pier 39 and Fisherman's Wharf.

Get a comprehensive look at San Francisco and learn a bit of city history along the way.
This 4-hours sightseeing tour travels by smaller bus/van through multiple neighborhoods, many with outstanding views.
Your guide sheds light on Lombard Street, Haight-Ashbury, Fisherman's Wharf, Chinatown, North Beach, and more.

Also, you don't need to waste your time in line to buy tickets to one of the most frequently visited attractions in San Francisco- Alcatraz Island and the federal prison there.

After doing the city tour, our driver/guide will bring you to Pier 33, Alcatraz landing.

ALCATRAZ TICKETS BOOKED AT THE LAST MINUTE ARE SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY.

Treat yourself to a day on the San Francisco Bay featuring free-flowing champagne. This San Francisco Brunch Buffet Cruise includes choices of classic breakfast dishes and lunch entrées. With live music and views of San Francisco Bay’s renowned sights like the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz Island

Let’s Roam is the #1 app-led scavenger hunt company. Walk to all the best landmarks and hidden gems, answering trivia questions and solving challenges. Work with your team or compete against them, as you learn new facts and create memorable experiences. Let’s Roam Scavenger Hunts are great as an everyday activity, or for bachelorette parties, birthday parties, corporate team building events and more! Each player chooses an interactive role, with challenges varying by person.

Our SF in a Day tour will take you places that no other San Francisco tour does, traversing the city by cable-car, rail & bus to visit enchanted gardens, secret stairs & glorious rooftop vistas, creating an unforgettable experience. You’ll avoid crowds at the tourist hot-spots, while experiencing the culture of SF & learning its history.

We’ll start your tour near the Embarcadero & take the cable-car up to Nob Hill. From there we go to City Hall (or Cable Car Museum) &, after going inside, we can grab a coffee in Hayes Valley.

After that we head to the Castro, then walk through Dolores Park. We finish the morning part of the tour in the Haight, it's a great place to get some lunch.

After that we take you to see an icon of San Francisco, the Painted Ladies. That's followed by a walk down another SF icon, Lombard Street. We finish the tour with a walk through North Beach & Chinatown. By then you’ll have had a fantastic experience of SF & made some beautiful memories to take home.

Get a comprehensive look at San Francisco and learn a bit of city history along the way.
This tour consists of 2 parts and each lasts 3.5 to 4 hours.
During the city tour, we will make multiple stops.
You will see Union Square, Chinatown, Nob Hill, Financial District, Embarcadero, North Beach, Telegraph Hill, Fisherman's Wharf, Fort Mason, Marina, Palac of Fine Arts, Golden Gate Bridge, Haight Ashbury, Civic Center, Painted Ladies.
After the city tour, our guide will drop you at Alcatraz landing at least 30 minutes before your boat departure. You will visit one of the most famous landmarks in the US and enjoy the views of the city, the bay, and the bridges. You will learn the history of Alcatraz.
After the visit to Alcatraz, the boat will bring you back to Pier 33. You have to return to your hotel on your own.
ALCATRAZ TICKETS BOOKED AT THE LAST MINUTE ARE SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY.

See all of San Francisco's top attractions with this special Big Bus hop-on hop-off tour and combo package. Create your own sightseeing itinerary, hopping on and off as you please at stops including Fisherman’s Wharf, the Golden Gate Bridge, Union Square and Lombard Street. Explore Sausalito on a Sausalito Tour. High point: a visit to the notorious prison island of Alcatraz — a must-see!

Take a secret passage to the landmark Telegraph Hill. Enjoy views of the waterfront, explore the history of the Embarcadero and charm of the wooden steps & lush greenery that wrap around the Filbert Stairs. Reach the summit & take-in local history at Coit Tower, a San Francisco landmark in Pioneer Park. Beyond the tower a hidden garden awaits, offering spectacular views of the Bay, Golden Gate Bridge, & infamous Alcatraz Island. Descend the masonry of the Greenwich Street steps to Levi Plaza, the headquarters of jeans, & visit Green Street Lab, where Philo Farnsworth sent the 1st television transmission. Following the breeze of the Old Waterfront, we’ll head to the coast, enjoy pictures of the "old days", when three-mast ships bustled along Yerba Buena Cove during San Francisco’s construction. Today, the Embarcadero waterfront hosts attractions like the delicious Ferry Building(with over 100+ Vendors for shopping & local bites)–our starting & ending point for this four-mile urban hike.

This private tour takes 2½ hours. You'd barely notice the time as it's less walking and more fun facts and conversation so you never get tired or bored. The tour goes through all of the Downtown San Francisco: Chinatown, Financial District (there be buried ships!), Embarcadero. We talk City's history, the Gold Rush, influential women, buried ships under the buildings, current affairs, tips and tricks to the city and many many more!

Minimum 6 people per tour.

Explore all that San Francisco has to offer, from the twists and turns of Lombard Street, through the bustling streets of Chinatown, and to the top of Telegraph Hill! This comprehensive self-guided audio tour of San Francisco covers everything from the Painted Ladies to the Golden Gate Bridge. This self-guided driving tour allows you to explore San Francisco with maximum flexibility and value.

After booking, you can check your email before downloading the Tour Guide App by Action, enter your unique password, and access your tour. The preceding steps require good internet/wifi access. Simply follow the audio instructions and the route from there.

Purchase one tour per car. Everyone can listen at the same time!

This is not an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit.

New, extra validity — now, it’s yours for an entire year! Use multiple times over multiple trips!

Enjoy a guided 3 hour city tour which can be customized to suit your preferred locations. Our standard tour includes stops at the Golden Gate Bridge, Coit Tower, Fisherman's Wharf, Lombard Street, The Embarcadero, Golden Gate Park and more.

If you have a particular route or attractions that you wish to visit, we would be more than happy to help customize your tour to include those or provide suggestions based upon your tastes.

Explore San Francisco at your own pace with our flexible hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tours.

During your Wine Country experience, you’ll visit a variety of winery estates from organic boutique wineries to famous mainstream wineries.

Many of the wineries that will be visited are some of the oldest wine making families wine in the Napa and Sonoma Valley. You’ll learn of their family histories and first beginnings in California’s most famous Wine Country. Along with your exclusive wine tastings, you’ll learn about grape growing, and the natural farming methods, which combine traditional and modern wine making techniques.

Each winery will include a flight of 3-5 tastings!

During a lunch break, we’ll make a stop at Downtown Sonoma Square where you will enjoy leisure time to explore. The destination affords a wonderful variety of eclectic dining options and one-of-a-kind boutique shops and local art galleries.

Enjoy a private 4 hour tour with a professional and licensed driver and a separate official tour guide to get to know the best of San Francisco.

Pick up will be set from your hotel in the city of San Francisco.

After pick up, enjoy the best of the city.

From views of Alcatraz, to Golden Gate Bridge, to a stroll down Chinatown, a view of the famous Pier 39 and never missing out Alamo Square and the Painted Ladies. Don't miss this opportunity to enjoy the beautiful city of San Francisco.

This private tour will finish off at the city center of San Francisco.

This is a completely private 4 hour tour of the city of San Francisco. Get to know the best parts of the city.

- SAVE COVID-19 SAFE - As this is a private tour we take care of maintaining social distance