1.Alcatraz Ticket, Ferry, & Self-Guided App

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,460 reviews · 3 hours · from $79Our pick

Ride the ferry from Pier 33, use a self-guided Alcatraz app tour, and explore Capone and Kelly’s cells with skyline views.

“Transport was very fast and efficient. Arriving at Alcatraz you can catch a little tram if you’re not too good on your feet. I’m not, but managed the walk ok even if it was quite warm (September). The guided tour was fascinating. You can spend as long as you like there, ferries leave frequently. Absolutely loved my trip.”

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2.Golden Gate Bridge Guided Bicycle or E-Bike Tour from San Francisco to Sausalito

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 679 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $90Top rated

Guided bike or e-bike ride from San Francisco to Sausalito, crossing the Golden Gate Bridge, with bike rental for 24 hours.

“Marcus and his wife Orla were such amazing tour guides! I only had 24 hours in SF and I am glad this was apart of my trip. I loved biking over the bridge and having lunch in Sausalito after! 10/10 would recommend Orla and Marcus! And yes, you want the e-bike, those hills are no joke!”

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3.San Francisco LGBTQ Walking Tour with Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 600 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $40

A 2-hour LGBTQ walking tour of San Francisco’s Castro with guide Kathy, hitting Harvey Milk sites, Pink Triangle, and AIDS memorials.

“Loaded with GLBT history. Obviously, poliical issues are included, due to their impact on gay rights and lives.. Cathy was awesome. So chill and committed to accommodating everyone participant. Thank you, Cathy.”

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4.From San Francisco: Guided Tour to Muir Woods and Sausalito

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 599 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $99

Half-day guided Muir Woods trip from San Francisco with a Golden Gate drive, free redwood time, Sausalito stop, and optional ferry.

“Our driver was very informative and had great attitude and energy! The tour was a good amount of time and we left on time and came back on time. The woods were a beautiful sight to see and very calming.”

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5.From San Francisco: Guided Muir Woods Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 504 reviews · 270 minutes - 1 day · from $84

Guided Muir Woods from San Francisco by coach, with Golden Gate Bridge narration and 45 min in Sausalito, plus included SF Big Bus sightseeing.

“Grady was a sweet guide with slit if experience and pleasant demeanor! The trees were spectacular and so just so cool!!”

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6.From San Francisco: Guided Muir Woods Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 400 reviews · 270 minutes - 1 day · from $84

Guided Muir Woods tour from San Francisco with Golden Gate Bridge views, 1.5 hours among ancient redwoods, and a Sausalito stop plus Big Bus options.

“No worries about driving around to and from location.”

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7.San Francisco Excursion: Guided Tour to Muir Woods and Sausalito

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 269 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $84

Half-day coach tour to Muir Woods and Sausalito with admission included. Small group, guide stories, and scenic Golden Gate drive.

“Great experience for a good price, would highly recommend! The driver was great and very informative.”

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8.Self-Guided Cable Car City Tour in San Francisco

★★★★★★★★★★3.0 · 226 reviews · from $15Best value

Self-guided San Francisco cable car loop with the Pintours app. Stop at Union Square, Chinatown, North Beach, and end near Fishermans Wharf.

“Really enjoyed this with my family, such an iconic experience, but the lines can be very long, but still worth it, and the tour was quite funny”

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9.From San Francisco: Yosemite National Park Guided Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 197 reviews · 14 hours · from $197

San Francisco to Yosemite day trip with an air-conditioned coach, guided photo stops at Tunnel View and El Capitan, plus 3 hours in Yosemite Valley.

“Awesome experience! The guide Joseph and the driver Jack were great. Very nice spots to take pictures, plenty of time at the park, enough time at the stops for getting food. Everything was perfect. Totally worth it.”

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10.Self-Guided Bike Rental

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 161 reviews · 1 day · from $16

Self-guided bikes for an easy Golden Gate Bridge ride to Sausalito and Tiburon, with maps, safety help, and optional ferry return.

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11.Guided Coastal Redwoods & Wine Country Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 89 reviews · 9 hours · from $143

A 9-hour bus tour from Fisherman’s Wharf to Golden Gate Bridge views, Armstrong Redwoods, and Korbel plus wine-country tastings.

“Grady was an excellent tour guide that gave us a huge amount of interesting information throughout our trip. Korbel was the highlight of the day with a great tour and plenty of samples - they were so good we bought 3 bottles. The woods were a great stop with such a calm and peaceful atmosphere . An excellent day out”

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12.Self-Guided Electric Bike Rental

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 82 reviews · 1 day · from $38

Rent a San Francisco electric bike for $38, ride the Golden Gate to Sausalito, and choose to return by bike or ferry.

“Great activity especially for solo traveller - loved it!!! Highly recommend. Super helpful staff!!”

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13.Golden Gate Bridge Guided Bike or eBike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 79 reviews · 3 hours · from $67

Guided bike or eBike ride over the Golden Gate Bridge, photo stops in San Francisco, and a scenic finish in Sausalito.

“I thoroughly enjoyed the tour . I would recommend taking an e bike , since there a few uphill routes . The guide ( Nitin) was great to carry out the tour making sure he gave us adequate stops and information. Overall the experience was great with great weather .”

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14.Full-Day Guided Tour of San Francisco with Alcatraz

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 78 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $149

A full-day guided San Francisco sights tour plus an included ferry to Alcatraz and a Cellhouse audio walk inside the prison.

“My family and I had a great time. Keith went out of his way to make sure the guests had a good time. His stories from his growing up as a native San Franciscan personalized the experience. Definitely would go again”

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15.Golden Gate Bridge: Electric Bike Guided Tour to Sausalito

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 67 reviews · 3 hours · from $92

Ride the Golden Gate Bridge by electric bike, coast through San Francisco’s waterfront paths, then spend time in Sausalito with a ferry option back.

“The tour guides Marc and his wife Orla were fantastic. They knew so much about the city’s history and was passionate about it which kept it very interesting. They showed they cared about our safety as we rode the streets and the Golden gate Bridge. Thank you as we enjoyed it!”

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