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San Francisco: Hop-On Hop-Off Open-top Sightseeing Tour

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Big Bus Sightseeing - San Francisco
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San Francisco: Hop-On Hop-Off Open-top Sightseeing Tour
4.5 out of 5 stars
4.5
3056 reviews

Explore San Francisco's best landmarks on a Big Bus open-top double-decker. Immerse yourself in the city's history and visit sights like Fisherman's Wharf, Museum of Modern Art, Embarcadero, and more.

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Valid 1 - 2 days
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English
Audio guide included
Spanish, English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Korean
Wheelchair accessible

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Amber – United States

Great spots to visit. Some drivers felt rushy and not helpful

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5 out of 5 stars
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Karen – United Kingdom

Excellent value for money. We booked the 2 day ticket at the start of our trip in San Francisco. There are so many stops on the route which gives you a great way of navigating around San Francisco. Buses were very frequent so we didn’t wait very long to hop back on.

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Itinerary

  • Starting location:

    Big Bus Tours San Francisco

  • North Beach, San Francisco

    Pass by

  • Chinatown Gate

    Pass by

  • Embarcadero

    Pass by

  • Union Square, San Francisco

    Pass by

  • Museum of Modern Art, San Francisco

    Pass by

  • Hilton San Francisco Union Square

    Pass by

  • Civic Center Plaza

    Pass by

  • Alamo Square

    Pass by

  • Haight-Ashbury

    Pass by

  • Golden Gate Park

    Pass by

  • Golden Gate Bridge Vista Point

    Pass by

  • Golden Gate Bridge

    Pass by

  • Palace of Fine Arts Theatre

    Pass by

  • Marina District

    Pass by

  • Lombard Street

    Pass by

  • Pier 35

    Pass by

  • Pier 39

    Pass by

  • Arrive back at:

    Big Bus Tours San Francisco

Main stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Enjoy panoramic views of San Francisco and listen to captivating commentary
  • Hop off and on at any stop including Fisherman's Wharf and its famous museums
  • Explore Alamo Square and get up close to the famous "Painted Ladies" houses
  • Ride along to the Golden Gate Bridge or explore the redwood trees of Muir Woods
  • Explore at your own pace with convenient stops around San Francisco

Full description

Discover the iconic landmarks and hidden gems of San Francisco as you hop on and off our comfortable open-top buses at any of our numerous stops. Whether you want to visit the Golden Gate Bridge, explore Fisherman's Wharf, or immerse yourself in the vibrant neighborhoods, our tours cover it all.

With onboard digital commentary, you'll learn fascinating stories and fun facts about the city's history, culture, and famous attractions. Our professional audio guides ensure you don't miss a thing!

Enjoy the freedom to explore at your own leisure. Hop off whenever something catches your eye and hop back on when you're ready to continue your adventure. Plus, our frequent bus service means you'll never wait long for the next bus to arrive.

Big Bus offers the most comprehensive tour in town. 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.

What's Included
• Open-top, double-decker bus tour of San Francisco's best attractions and landmarks
• Hop off at any stop and explore, then hop back on when you're ready to continue
• Professional digital audio available in multiple languages (souvenir earbuds provided)
• Frequent bus arrivals with live bus tracking available via the free Big Bus app

Top sights:

- North Beach
- Chinatown
- Embarcadero Center
- Fisherman’s Wharf
- Ferry Building
- Union Square
- Redemption Center
- Civic Center
- Alamo Square
- Haight Ashbury
- Golden Gate Bridge
- Golden Gate Park
- Palace of Fine Arts
- Marina
- Lombard Street
- Pier 35
- Pier 39

Includes

  • 24 or 48-hour unlimited hop-on and hop-off access
  • 1-hour Chinatown Guided Walking Tour (if option selected)
  • 1-hour Panoramic Sunset Tour (if option selected)
  • Half-Day Wine Tour of Napa Valley (if option selected)
  • Digital commentary
  • Souvenir earbuds
  • Bike rental offer at Blazing Saddles
  • Hotel pickup

Meeting point

Exchange your voucher at the Big Bus Tours office on the corner of Jefferson and Mason Street.

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Important information

What to bring

  • Weather-appropriate clothing

Not allowed

  • Oversize luggage
  • Pets (assistance dogs allowed)

Know before you go

  • The first tour of the day departs from Stop #1 – Big Bus Tours Visitors Center at 10:00 AM with the last tour of the day departing at 5:00 PM. Headphones will be provided upon arrival, however, feel free to use your own.
  • Hop-on Hop-off tour ticket is valid during operating hours for 24/48 hours after first use.
  • Blazing Saddles offers Big Bus Tours customers 1 hour free with the purchase of a 1-hour bike rental. This deal is available from Blazing Saddles at either 2715 Hyde Street or Pier 41, where the team will equip you with all the necessary gear and explain how to make the most of cycling in San Francisco.

From $49 per person

Customer reviews

Overall rating

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Review summary

  • Guide
    4.6/5
  • Transportation
    4.5/5
  • Value for money
    4.2/5

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Amber – United StatesJuly 8, 2025 – Verified booking
Great spots to visit. Some drivers felt rushy and not helpful
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Karen – United KingdomJune 29, 2025 – Verified booking
Excellent value for money. We booked the 2 day ticket at the start of our trip in San Francisco. There are so many stops on the route which gives you a great way of navigating around San Francisco. Buses were very frequent so we didn’t wait very long to hop back on.
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Daphne – United StatesJune 13, 2025 – Verified booking
I loved seeing and hearing the history of San Francisco. It was jammed packed full of great sites to see!

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Activity provider:
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