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Streets of San Francisco Bike Tours
Streets of San Francisco Bike Tours
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Ranked #1 of 151 Attractions in San Francisco
5 of 5 stars 195 reviews
Owner description: Our guided bike tours show you the best of San Francisco's modern culture and unique history. On our Heart of the City tour... more » Owner description: Our guided bike tours show you the best of San Francisco's modern culture and unique history. On our Heart of the City tour (3 hrs, 9 miles), you'll ride through Golden Gate Park, Haight-Ashbury, Lower Haight, the Mission district, and more! You'll see San Francisco architecture, both old and new, politically charged street art, hippy history, and everything in-between. On the epic 7x7 tour (6 hrs, 19 miles), you'll see Golden Gate Park, the Presidio, Fort Point (right below the Golden Gate Bridge!), the Embarcadero, the Ferry Building, the ball park (Go Giants!), Mission Bay houseboats, Mission murals, and more. Of course, we'll stop for opportunities to taste some of San Francisco's local cuisine, too (Tcho chocolate? Gourmet sandwich from the Ferry Building? Mission taco? Or all 3?) You may be asking: What about those infamous hills? Never fear! We'd rather not go up them either, so our routes go around them, with the exception of a couple minor ones that just about anyone can handle. So come join us on a casual bike ride and experience authentic San Francisco! « less
Attraction type  Tours
Distance  1.8 miles from city center
The Real S.F. Tour
The Real S.F. Tour
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Ranked #2 of 151 Attractions in San Francisco
5 of 5 stars 171 reviews
Owner description: Part urban adventure, part urban trek, and totally green, you'll visit enchanted gardens, secret stairways, glorious rooftop... more » Owner description: Part urban adventure, part urban trek, and totally green, you'll visit enchanted gardens, secret stairways, glorious rooftop views, and some the city's coolest neighborhoods. You'll be avoiding large crowds of tourists while experiencing the real culture of San Francisco and learning about its rich and storied history. You'll traverse the city on Cable Cars, Light Rail, and City Buses. These vehicles are zero emissions or run on bio diesel, making this tour totally green. You must be able to walk 4 separate uphill 1.5 block sections, there are a total of 6 uphill flights of stairs, and 15 downhill flights of stairs, spread throughout the day. The day encompasses over 5 miles of walking including short uphill sections and hidden stairways that most people find extremely enjoyable. If you do not walk regularly this tour may be more challenging than enjoyable. If you have any difficulty going up and downstairs we do not recommend this tour. Please only wear comfortable closed toe walking shoes. Tours run daily departing from the California St Cable Car turnaround at 9:30 A.M. « less
Attraction type  Tours
Distance  3.6 miles from city center
Electric Tour Company Segway Tours
Electric Tour Company Segway Tours
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Ranked #3 of 151 Attractions in San Francisco
5 of 5 stars 699 reviews
Segway and Electric Bike Tours
Attraction type  Segway Tours
Distance  2.2 miles from city center
Golden Horizon Tours
Golden Horizon Tours
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Ranked #4 of 151 Attractions in San Francisco
5 of 5 stars 136 reviews
Owner description: Why Choose Golden Horizon Tours "Choose Quality Over Quantity"~Expand Your Horizons~We offer a different brand of service. A... more » Owner description: Why Choose Golden Horizon Tours "Choose Quality Over Quantity"~Expand Your Horizons~We offer a different brand of service. A variety of qualities that make our touring experience unique and memorable. We are a reliable, local and innovative Tour Operator specialized in private and small group tours. We are focused on providing exclusive adventures and custom tours "Out of the box", offering our customers the most extraordinary and rich travel experience possible in our Golden State.We focus on Private and small group tours because we all know how inconvenient large bus tours can be! By choosing our private or semi-private tours, you are choosing Quality over quantity. You will be escorted by a state certified tour guide, not just a simple driver. Our tour guides are multitasking: they will be your drivers, your tour guides, entertainers, photographers and they ensure your satisfaction at every step of your tour and adventure. Our services are professional, designed to make each tour a personal experience. These qualities, and more, make us confident in our ability to run our service in a way that meets the customers' needs, and exceeds expectations. No, we cannot guarantee that the sun will always be shining, but we can guarantee fun, educational, relaxing, therapeutic tours every day. We will be pleased and honored to call you, in the future, our special guest.Thank you for your interest in Golden Horizon ToursGolden Horizon Travel « less
Attraction type  Tours
Distance  1.7 miles from city center
Silver Lion Service Private Tours
Silver Lion Service Private Tours
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Ranked #5 of 151 Attractions in San Francisco
5 of 5 stars 129 reviews
Owner description: Silver Lion Service specializes in personalized, private sightseeing tours. Ideal for individual travelers and small groups... more » Owner description: Silver Lion Service specializes in personalized, private sightseeing tours. Ideal for individual travelers and small groups for up to 7 guests. Select for a list of pre-arranged tours or let us create a customized tour. Our most popular tours are: "Wine Tasting", "Extended San Francisco", "Monterey and Carmel", Gold Country" "Yosemite", Muir Woods Redwoods". Excellent service, affordable rates. Fully licensed. Member of SF Visitor's Bureau. « less
Attraction type  Tours
Distance  0.4 miles from city center
Urban Trek USA
Urban Trek USA
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Ranked #6 of 151 Attractions in San Francisco
5 of 5 stars 302 reviews
Owner description: Urban Trek USA's $39.00 - small group (maximum of 7 people)- urban trek is an experience better than being aboard a tour bus... more » Owner description: Urban Trek USA's $39.00 - small group (maximum of 7 people)- urban trek is an experience better than being aboard a tour bus or shuttle. An urban trek is a sightseeing & walking tour experience where you will use the city's public transportation system and walk around and learn about the different neighborhoods, see great views around the city, and have lunch or a coffee break at the best places in the neighborhood. You will feel almost like a local San Franciscan after your urban trek. Check the customized urban trek for a party of four or more. « less
Attraction type  Tours
Distance  0.9 miles from city center
City Segway Tours
City Segway Tours
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Ranked #7 of 151 Attractions in San Francisco
5 of 5 stars 328 reviews

The City Segway Tour is a good way to get acquainted with a big and hilly city like San Francisco.  The advantage of the Segway is that you get the same close "eye level" view of... more »

Attraction type  Segway Tours
Distance  2.2 miles from city center
Dylan's Tours
Dylan's Tours
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Ranked #8 of 151 Attractions in San Francisco
5 of 5 stars 272 reviews
Owner description: Dylan’s Tours is a San Francisco based and operated family company. After running the company for almost 10 years, Dylan’s... more » Owner description: Dylan’s Tours is a San Francisco based and operated family company. After running the company for almost 10 years, Dylan’s brother Brendan joined the growing business. Dylan’s Tours offers both driving tours and bike rentals. There are two driving tours offered: The Famous Tour includes San Francisco, Muir Woods and Sausalito, all in a day! The 90-Minute City Tour is an introduction overview to San Francisco. Bike across the Golden Gate Bridge, through Fisherman’s Wharf, Golden Gate Park and unique San Francisco neighborhoods. All tours are family friendly and in small groups! « less
Attraction type  Tours
Distance  1.9 miles from city center
Victorian Home Walk
Victorian Home Walk
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Ranked #9 of 151 Attractions in San Francisco
5 of 5 stars 164 reviews
Owner description: Tour Pacific Heights with its colorful Victorian row houses, famous mansions, and beautiful gardens. Visit the inside of a... more » Owner description: Tour Pacific Heights with its colorful Victorian row houses, famous mansions, and beautiful gardens. Visit the inside of a period Queen Anne Victorian. The walk is easy, the pace leisurely, and there are no hills to climb. Established in 1996, Victorian Home Walk Tour has become a highlight of the SF landscape, and a favorite amongst tourists and locals alike. Discover the opulent history and grandeur of San Francisco! Tours depart daily at 11am from Union Square. « less
Attraction type  Tours
Distance  1.1 miles from city center
San Francisco Tour SF
San Francisco Tour SF
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Ranked #10 of 151 Attractions in San Francisco
5 of 5 stars 30 reviews
Attraction type  Tours
Distance  1.7 miles from city center
City Running Tours
City Running Tours
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Ranked #11 of 151 Attractions in San Francisco
5 of 5 stars 34 reviews
Attraction type  Tours
Distance  2.3 miles from city center
San Francisco Architecture Walking Tour
San Francisco Architecture Walking Tour
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Ranked #12 of 151 Attractions in San Francisco
5 of 5 stars 79 reviews
Attraction type  Tours
Distance  1.3 miles from city center
Best Bay Area Tours
Best Bay Area Tours
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Ranked #13 of 151 Attractions in San Francisco
5 of 5 stars 93 reviews
Owner description: Welcome to Best Bay Area Tours!!! We are a fun and affordable tour company operating in and around beautiful San Francisco... more » Owner description: Welcome to Best Bay Area Tours!!! We are a fun and affordable tour company operating in and around beautiful San Francisco California. We offer a variety of tour options. We feature small group tours - no large overcrowded groups at Best Bay Area Tours. Best Bay Area Tours is an experienced tour operator with many years in the San Francisco area. Let us take you on one or more of our exciting adventures. « less
Attraction type  Tours
Distance  4.8 miles from city center
Blue Heron Custom Tours - Private Tour Service
Blue Heron Custom Tours - Private Tour Service
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Ranked #14 of 151 Attractions in San Francisco
5 of 5 stars 27 reviews
Owner description: Private, custom tours in and around San Francisco, Napa and Sonoma Wine Country, Muir Woods and Sausalito, Monterey and... more » Owner description: Private, custom tours in and around San Francisco, Napa and Sonoma Wine Country, Muir Woods and Sausalito, Monterey and Carmel, Yosemite, the California coast, and other destinations in Northern California. Each tour is customized so you visit the sights you want to see. Go where you want to go! « less
Attraction type  Tours
Distance  2.2 miles from city center
A Friend in Town
A Friend in Town
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Ranked #15 of 151 Attractions in San Francisco
5 of 5 stars 33 reviews
Owner description: Enjoy one of our customized private tours of San Francisco (including places the big buses can't go), Napa & Sonoma Valley... more » Owner description: Enjoy one of our customized private tours of San Francisco (including places the big buses can't go), Napa & Sonoma Valley Wine Country, Monterey, Carmel--or create your own. Unusual itineraries can include: a quieter redwood forest than Muir Woods, the Russian River Wine Country, Big Sur, Silicon Valley, locales from Hitchcock's "Vertigo," an overnight tour to Yosemite. You can be picked up at your HOME, the AIRPORT,your HOTEL, even at the landing of your CRUISE SHIP--or dropped off there. We are especially accommodating to those with limited mobility, older folks, energetic children, foodies, photographers...and offer a warm dry alternative on rainy days. Come experience the off-the-beaten-path wineries where they'll treat you like VIPs, great gardens, legions of quaint Victorians, The Castro, hang-gliders, lighthouses, beautiful hidden vistas. Been here many times before? You still haven't seen all of our wonders. « less
Attraction type  Tours
Distance  11.0 miles from city center
Stoked SF
Stoked SF
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Ranked #16 of 151 Attractions in San Francisco
5 of 5 stars 107 reviews

Stoked SF is a private adventure guide service with tours for mountain biking, sea kayaking, hiking and surfing in Marin, CA just minutes from San Francisco, over the Golden Gate... more »

Attraction type  Tours
Distance  0.1 miles from city center
Max Napa Tours
Max Napa Tours
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Ranked #17 of 151 Attractions in San Francisco
5 of 5 stars 32 reviews
Attraction type  Tours
Distance  2.0 miles from city center
Cruisin' the Castro Tours
Cruisin' the Castro Tours
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Ranked #18 of 151 Attractions in San Francisco
5 of 5 stars 69 reviews
Owner description: Voted one of the TOP tours in San Francisco and NOT to be missed! This easy, informative and empowering walking tour... more » Owner description: Voted one of the TOP tours in San Francisco and NOT to be missed! This easy, informative and empowering walking tour explores San Francisco's infamous past which created the world's most diversified community, the Castro. Learn about GLBT history from the Gold Rush to Harvey Milk and beyond! « less
Attraction type  Tours
Distance  1.3 miles from city center
Gourmet Walks - Fun Foodie Tours
Gourmet Walks - Fun Foodie Tours
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Ranked #19 of 151 Attractions in San Francisco
5 of 5 stars 72 reviews
Fun gourmet walking tours in San Francisco and Napa.
Attraction type  Tours
Distance  2.0 miles from city center
Green Dream Tours - Wine Country Tour Specialist
Green Dream Tours - Wine Country Tour Specialist
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Ranked #20 of 151 Attractions in San Francisco
5 of 5 stars 209 reviews
Owner description: Our 2011 season is underway! We now specialize in Wine Country Tours, offering tours to the Sonoma Valley, Monday through... more » Owner description: Our 2011 season is underway! We now specialize in Wine Country Tours, offering tours to the Sonoma Valley, Monday through Friday. Private wine country tours are available to Napa or Sonoma anytime. (Private San Francisco/Muir Woods tours are also offered anytime.)Our Sonoma Valley Tour is one of the only tours that include a complete picnic lunch. The tour also includes: pickup and drop-off at your hotel, all of your tasting fees free of charge, complimentary water, a winery tour, one hour visit to the town of Sonoma, and a photo stop at the Golden Gate Bridge! Plus many other perks!All tours are given in an intimate 14 passenger mini-bus, featuring comfortable seats with extra legroom, wide windows, and air-conditioning. We offer the highest quality tours with the best-value pricing in San Francisco. Our focus is on personal service, and great value. We will make sure you get the most out of your tour. Your satisfaction is 100% guaranteed! Prices range from $84 - $94. Check out our awesome reviews, and book a tour with us! « less
Attraction type  Tours
Distance  4.6 miles from city center
Discover Walks
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Ranked #21 of 151 Attractions in San Francisco
5 of 5 stars 30 reviews

Discover Walks offers FREE Walking Tours and give their guests a couple of special hours being with a real San Franciscan walking around San Francisco. The kind of experience you... more »

Attraction type  Walking tours
Distance  2.2 miles from city center
Golden West Tours
Golden West Tours
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Ranked #22 of 151 Attractions in San Francisco
5 of 5 stars 57 reviews
Owner description: Daily 4 hour city tours of San Francisco offered in 15 passenger vans. Personalized, exciting, fun and informative. Multiple... more » Owner description: Daily 4 hour city tours of San Francisco offered in 15 passenger vans. Personalized, exciting, fun and informative. Multiple photo stops. Complimentary hotel pickup and drop-off. Also offering group tours to Carmel and Monterey, Scenic North Coast and Muir Woods, and Napa and the Wine Country. « less
Attraction type  Tours
Distance  1.1 miles from city center
Mr. Toad's Tours
Mr. Toad's Tours
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Ranked #23 of 151 Attractions in San Francisco
5 of 5 stars 542 reviews

Mr. Toad's Tours offers a great City Tour in Vintage Touring Cars. Because their vehicles are so small, they can create an experience that is very personal. Tours leave from... more »

Attraction type  Tours
Distance  2.3 miles from city center
Muir Woods Tours
Muir Woods Tours
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Ranked #24 of 151 Attractions in San Francisco
5 of 5 stars 34 reviews
Attraction type  Tours
Distance  1.7 miles from city center
All About Chinatown Tours
All About Chinatown Tours
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Ranked #25 of 151 Attractions in San Francisco
5 of 5 stars 141 reviews
Owner description: This walking tour of Chinatown is now in its 29th year. Join us as we visit historic landmarks, fortune cookie factory, the... more » Owner description: This walking tour of Chinatown is now in its 29th year. Join us as we visit historic landmarks, fortune cookie factory, the Stockton Street food markets, a secluded Chinese temple, an herbal pharmacy and more. Complete the visit with a dim sum luncheon at one of Chinatown's legendary restaurants. « less
Attraction type  Tours
Distance  1.4 miles from city center
San Francisco City Guides
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San Francisco City Guides
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Ranked #26 of 151 Attractions in San Francisco
5 of 5 stars 56 reviews
Owner description: City Guides are local volunteers who love the city, lore and legends and they will share it all with you--for free. There is... more » Owner description: City Guides are local volunteers who love the city, lore and legends and they will share it all with you--for free. There is a large selection of tours available all over town and lasting 90 minutes to 2 hours. « less
Attraction type  Tours
Distance  0.3 miles from city center
Edge of the World Tours
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Edge of the World Tours
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Ranked #27 of 151 Attractions in San Francisco
5 of 5 stars 23 reviews
Owner description: At Edge of the World Tours, everyone gets a window seat! Now, a little about us. Edge of the World Tours provides year-round... more » Owner description: At Edge of the World Tours, everyone gets a window seat! Now, a little about us. Edge of the World Tours provides year-round driving tours to beautiful Northern California locations including Yosemite (the best one-day tour available from San Francisco to Yosemite), Muir Woods and the California Wine Country. We provide friendly, professional transportation with competitive pricing. The day includes hotel pick-up and drop-off in our 15-passenger vans and local guide information throughout the journey. Edge of the World Tours is owned by long time California residents that have a passion for the outdoors and take pride in sharing beautiful California with you. « less
Attraction type  Tours
Distance  1.3 miles from city center
Local Tastes of the City Tours
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Local Tastes of the City Tours
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Ranked #28 of 151 Attractions in San Francisco
4.5 of 5 stars 307 reviews

Voted Best Tour 2011 by readers of the SF Bay Guardian. Affordable, Daily, North Beach\Little Italy & Chinatown food tours, same-day reservations available. Delicious Food... more »

Attraction type  Tours
Distance  1.8 miles from city center
San Francisco Open Top Double Decker Bus Tours
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Ranked #29 of 151 Attractions in San Francisco
5 of 5 stars 14 reviews
Attraction type  Bus tours
The Urban Safari
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The Urban Safari
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Ranked #30 of 151 Attractions in San Francisco
4.5 of 5 stars 260 reviews

The Urban Safari's tour is humorous and informative at the same time. The tour guide has an attitude next to none (in a good way). They have a number of tours departing at... more »

Attraction type  Tours
Distance  0.1 miles from city center
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