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San Francisco, United States of America

San Francisco City Tour & Aquarium of the Bay

4.5
4 Hours
from£74.00 p.p.

Overview

Discover San Francisco by land through an extensive 4-hour bus tour in the morning, and get an intimate look at the marine life of the Bay Area when you explore the Aquarium of the Bay. This family-friendly tour in San Francisco is crafted to conserve both your time and finances.

Highlights

  • Breathtaking views of Alcatraz and the Pacific Ocean
  • 20,000 creatures in the remarkable Aquarium of the Bay!
  • Sutro Baths and the Pacific Ocean
  • Golden Gate Bridge With Golden Gate Park
  • Fisherman's Wharf
  • Victorian houses
  • North Beach

Itinerary

Experience a guided tour of San Francisco lasting approximately four hours. At each location, you will have the opportunity to disembark from the bus and explore the sights. Throughout the journey, your fully narrated tour will present San Francisco in a way you have never experienced before! Explore the city from the Bay to the Ocean, with designated photo stops at significant landmarks. Relish stunning views and visit renowned attractions, such as the Golden Gate Bridge, Golden Gate Park, and the Palace of Fine Arts.

A stop at Twin Peaks will provide you with a breathtaking 360-degree panorama of the city from an elevation of 1000 feet above sea level. You may choose to enhance your tour by adding a bay cruise or a visit to the Aquarium of the Bay, thereby completing your view of San Francisco from both land and sea! As we traverse through Golden Gate Park, we will highlight seasonal flower displays, search for bison grazing, and pass by windmills that overlook the Pacific Ocean. Gain insights into San Francisco’s early settlements, from Native Americans to Spanish missionaries, and the tumultuous days of the gold rush as we navigate through the once-infamous Barbary Coast.

Subsequently, admire San Francisco’s iconic Victorian Homes as we guide you through the Haight-Ashbury neighborhood. After experiencing this magnificent city by land and observing the bay from the surface, get closer to marine life in the San Francisco Bay at the Aquarium of the Bay. The Aquarium of the Bay at PIER 39 features 300 feet of crystal-clear acrylic tunnels containing 700,000 gallons of meticulously maintained bay water that supports approximately 20,000 animals, ranging from octopuses to eight-foot native seven-gill sharks. Guests are treated to captivating displays of jellyfish and have the opportunity to touch bat rays, skates, and animals in the “splash zone.” In its fifteen years of operation, over seven million visitors, including more than 100,000 school children, have explored San Francisco’s remarkable Aquarium of the Bay.

Inclusions

  • A guided bus tour of San Francisco, narrated by a local expert and professional guide.
  • Photo opportunities at famous San Francisco landmarks, such as the Golden Gate Bridge, Palace of Fine Arts, Twin Peaks, and Golden Gate Park.
  • Transportation is provided via an air-conditioned luxury coach. Admission to the Aquarium of the Bay is included.
  • You will be dropped off near Pier 39, marking the end of your bus transportation for the day.
  • After visiting the Aquarium, you will need to make your own way back to your hotel.

  • Meeting Point 1: At 08:40 AM - Union Square (Downtown) - 478 Post St. San Francisco, CA 94102
  • Meeting Point 2: At 09:00 AM - Fisherman's Wharf - 2805 Leavenworth St., San Francisco, CA 94133
  • Duration: Approx. 4 hours.

  • You may present your mobile or printed voucher at the designated meeting location:
  • Meeting Point 1: At 08:40 AM - Union Square (Downtown) - 478 Post St. San Francisco, CA 94102
  • Meeting Point 2: At 09:00 AM - Fisherman's Wharf - 2805 Leavenworth St., San Francisco, CA 94133
  • In the event of a lost voucher or ticket, the company shall not be responsible for any refunds. The ticket or voucher is valid for the travel date you select.

  • Hotel pick up is not provided for this tour.
  • Please select the meeting point that is closest to your location. Make sure to choose the departure location that is nearest to you and arrive 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time. The tour involves walking significant distances; we recommend that you wear appropriate clothing.
  • The Aquarium of the Bay segment of this tour may be utilized at your convenience and does not need to occur on the same day as your tour. For the hours of the Aquarium of the Bay, please visit https://www.aquariumofthebay.org/plan-a-visit/.
  • You can enter by showing the Gray Line of SF Voucher at the Aquarium of the Bay located at Pier 39.

  • To get the full refund, you must cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the activity/tour start time.
  • If you cancel your booking less than 24 hours before the activity/ tour start time, you will not get any refund.
  • Modifications/ changes are allowed at least 24 hours before the activity/ tour start time. You must contact us through email.
  • The activity/tour's local start time determines the cut-off times.

  • There may be unexpected changes in the timetable due to public holidays, weather conditions, or other unanticipated situations. During major events, summer vacations, and weekends, the city will be quite busy.
  • We will do everything we can to provide a smooth and consistent service! In such cases, no reimbursement is allowed.
  • Tours run regardless of the weather. Weather-related refunds will not be issued unless the service is discontinued due to inclement weather.
  • The service provider preserves the right to amend or cancel the itinerary due to city events or force majeure.

Customer Reviews

4.6

based on 1619 reviews

Rating Distribution

5 stars
1190
4 stars
260
3 stars
105
2 stars
59
1 stars
5

"Staff were very helpful and welcoming. Always ready to guide and assist passengers. Their positive attitude made the entire experience even more enjoyable and comfortable."

"Very convenient for travelers unfamiliar with the city. Clear stops and frequent buses made it easy to move around and explore without confusion or stress."

"Easy way to explore major attractions with flexible stops. However, bus frequency was irregular and some staff seemed unhelpful. Overall decent experience, but service consistency definitely needs improvement."

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Get quick answers to common questions about our tours and booking process.

After completing your online purchase, you will receive a voucher by e-mail. You can present this voucher either printed or on your smartphone when boarding. The driver will exchange your voucher for the official ticket, which you must keep for the entire period of validity. Once the voucher is exchanged, it is no longer valid for future use.
Hop on hop off Tours: most of the buses have access ramps, but there are still some that don't
Yes, you can bring small pets on all our vehicles (panoramic buses, trams and boat), as long as they are transported inside appropriate pet carriers and do not occupy a seat. On tours operated with closed buses, only guide dogs are allowed, and they do not need a carrier.
Yes, it is possible as long as it is accommodated in a place that does not block the passage of other passengers.
After completing your online purchase, you will receive a voucher by e-mail. You can present this voucher either printed or on your smartphone when boarding. The driver will exchange your voucher for the official ticket, which you must keep for the entire period of validity.
Yes, you can bring small pets on all our vehicles (panoramic buses, trams and boat), as long as they are transported inside appropriate pet carriers and do not occupy a seat. On tours operated with closed buses, only guide dogs are allowed, and they do not need a carrier.
fter completing your online purchase, you will receive a voucher by e-mail. You can present this voucher either printed or on your smartphone when boarding. The driver will exchange your voucher for the official ticket, which you must keep for the entire period of validity. Once the voucher is exchanged, it is no longer valid for future use.
Hop on hop off Tours: most of the buses have access ramps, but there are still some that don't
Yes, you can bring small pets on all our vehicles (panoramic buses, trams and boat), as long as they are transported inside appropriate pet carriers and do not occupy a seat. On tours operated with closed buses, only guide dogs are allowed, and they do not need a carrier.
Yes, it is possible as long as it is accommodated in a place that does not block the passage of other passengers.

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