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San Francisco City Lights Cruise
4.5 / 5 · 2,158 reviews · 2 hours
From $39.00View experience →
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San Francisco
San Francisco combines steep neighborhood streets with a bay landscape that often changes under fog. Walk a manageable district, then use transit for the next hill rather than forcing a continuous sightseeing march. A ferry ride or waterfront afternoon gives the city another perspective.
Find things to do →Build your days around
A few places to begin
- Walk the Golden Gate waterfront
- Explore Chinatown and North Beach
- Browse Mission District murals and food
- Make Alcatraz a separate reserved visit
Know before you go
Plan with the place in mind
- Pack a layer even when the afternoon forecast looks warm.
- Book Alcatraz through the authorized operator and distinguish the ferry from other bay cruises.
- Check gradients before choosing a hotel or long walking route.
- Leave a parked car empty and use transit where practical.
Make a day of it
Things to do in San Francisco
Compare the itinerary, meeting point, and what's included before choosing. Prices shown are starting prices; confirm your dates and final total on Viator.
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Small Group Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Day Trip from San Francisco
4.9 / 5 · 4,189 reviews · 14 hours
From $239.00View experience →
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Alcatraz Inside Access Ferry and Audio Tour with Night Option
3.9 / 5 · 391 reviews · 2 hours
From $90.99View experience →
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San Francisco Bay Cruise
4.4 / 5 · 427 reviews · 1 hours
From $39.00View experience →
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San Francisco Alcatraz App Guided Tour with Cruise and Jail House
3.7 / 5 · 163 reviews · 1 hours
From $74.99View experience →
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Napa and Sonoma Wine Country Full-Day Tour from San Francisco
4.3 / 5 · 4,620 reviews · 8 hours
From $165.00View experience →
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Muir Woods and Sausalito Small Group Tour
4.7 / 5 · 1,077 reviews · 5 hours
From $99.00View experience →
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Alcatraz Inside Tour With Ferry, Free Audio and Night Option
4.3 / 5 · 213 reviews · 2 hours
From $86.00View experience →
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Golden Gate Bridge Muir Woods Sausalito with Optional Alcatraz
4.9 / 5 · 1,453 reviews · 6 hours
From $134.00View experience →
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Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour (Return by Bus or Ferry)
4.4 / 5 · 5,273 reviews · 5 hours
From $80.00View experience →
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San Francisco Golden Gate Bay Cruise
4.7 / 5 · 1,770 reviews · 1 hours
From $35.10View experience →
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Half-Day Tour: Napa and Sonoma Winery Tour from San Francisco
4.2 / 5 · 310 reviews · 5.5 hours
From $109.65View experience →
Experiences provided by Viator. Booking and payment take place on Viator.
Before you book
Make the details work for your trip
Start with your base
Check the meeting point against where you're staying. Hotel pickup can have a limited service area; read the pickup instructions before assuming your accommodation is included.
Give the day some breathing room
Allow time to reach the start point, check in, and travel back. An experience's duration may cover the activity itself rather than your full door-to-door day.
Match the experience to your group
Review walking distances, accessibility, age limits, and what you need to bring. Check inclusions and cancellation terms for the specific option and date you choose.
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