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San Francisco Hop-On Hop-Off: Classic, Premium or Deluxe

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    San Francisco Hop-On Hop-Off: Classic, Premium or Deluxe

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    See the sights of San Francisco at your own pace from the top deck of a double decker, hop-on hop-off sightseeing bus. Choose from a Classic, Premium or Deluxe Ticket and marvel at monuments such as the Transamerica Pyramid and Golden Gate Bridge.

    About this activity

    Free cancellation
    Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
    Covid-19 precautions
    Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
    Mobile ticketing
    Vouchers must be exchanged for tickets.
    Valid 1 - 2 days
    Check availability to see starting times.
    Instant confirmation
    Driver
    Audio guide included
    Spanish, Chinese, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, Korean
    Wheelchair accessible

    Experience

    Highlights
    • See the sights of San Francisco as you explore at your own pace
    • Hop-on and off at over 15 locations/stops
    • Cross the Golden Gate Bridge aboard a double decker bus
    • Take in sweeping views of San Francisco Bay
    • Explore historic neighborhoods such as Fisherman’s Wharf and Haight-Ashbury
    Full description

    San Francisco Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Loop:

    Stop 1: Pier 41 (End of Powell St), Fisherman's Wharf 

    Stop 2: Washington Square – Corner of Columbus and Union Streets

    Stop 3: Embarcadero Center – Corner of Clay and Battery Streets

    Stop 4: Ferry Building - 1 Market Street, between Stuart and Spear Streets

    Stop 5: Union Square South – Geary Street across from Macy’s Entrance 

    Stop 6: Hilton Hotel – Corner of Mason and Ellis Streets 

    Stop 7: Civic Center - Fulton Street between Larkin and Hyde

    Stop 8: Alamo Square/Painted Ladies - Corner of Fell and Pierce Streets

    Stop 9: Haight Ashbury - Corner of Haight and Shrader Streets 

    Stop 10: Golden Gate Park - Music Concourse Drive Golden Gate Park

    Stop 11: Golden Gate Bridge- North Vista Point Main Parking Area

    Stop 12: Palace of Fine Arts – Corner of Richardson Ave and Francisco Street

    Stop 13: Marina Neighborhood - Corner of Lombard and Gough Streets 

    Stop 14: Lombard Street Corridor - Corner of Lombard and Gough Streets

    Stop 15: Pier 35 Cruise Terminal – The Embarcadero 

    Stop 16: Pier 39 Fisherman’s Wharf 

    Stop 17: End of Tour - 99 Jefferson Street

    San Francisco City Hop-On Hop-Off Tour:

    Operates: Daily from 9:00 - 17:00. Every 10-15 minutes in summer and 20-30 minutes in winter. The route lasts 2.5 hours Explore San Francisco’s famous landmarks on a hop-on hop-off sightseeing tour. Sit back and enjoy the ride as you cruise through the city on an open-top bus and learn about San Francisco's unique history. You have the choice of a personal recorded commentary available in 10 languages. This is the best way to discover all that San Francisco has to offer. Important: The Panoramic Night Tour is not a hop-on hop-off tour. This unique city tour has 17 stops for guests to hop on and hop off at. From Fisherman’s Wharf to the iconic Golden Gate Bridge, immerse yourself in San Francisco’s diverse culture, beautiful parks, stunning architecture and picturesque views.

    Panoramic Night Tour

    Operates: nightly at 18:30, 19:00 (19:30 April – October). Tour lasts 1-1.5 Hours. Please note: No tours on Thanksgiving, December 24 and December 31.  This Panoramic Night Tour of San Francisco begins from the visitor center in Fisherman’s Wharf, taking you through the dazzling city of San Francisco. The tour then climbs up the historic Nob Hill for a stunning close-up view of the magnificent Grace Cathedral. The tour makes its way across the grand Bay Bridge for picturesque views of the city skyline from Treasure Island, site of the 1939’s World Fair. Heading back into the city, the tour will continue along the Embarcadero to view the glittering lights on the Port of San Francisco. Please note, this is not a hop-on hop-off tour. Please note that there are no night tours on July 4th.

    Hop aboard a sightseeing bus for a tour of the 'City by the Bay' and delve into the fascinating history of San Francisco and its legendary sites, such as the Golden Gate Bridge, Pier 39 and Fisherman's Wharf. 

    The hop-on-hop-off route stops at key points of interest all around San Francisco. Experience the diverse culture, beautiful parks, stunning architecture, and picturesque views from the top of an open-air sightseeing bus. Hop off and back on at your leisure to create your own customized itinerary around the city. Explore 3 routes depending on your ticket purchase.

    Includes
    • Classic ticket: 1-day unlimited hop-on hop-off ticket and 1-hour bike rental
    • Premium ticket: 1-day unlimited hop-on hop-off ticket, 1-hour bike rental, and 1-hour panoramic night tour
    • Deluxe ticket: 2-day unlimited hop-on hop-off ticket, 1-hour bike rental, and 1-hour panoramic night tour
    • Exciting audio commentary in 10 languages
    • Bike rental included in all tickets
    • Photo opportunity stop on the Golden Gate Bridge
    • Gratuities
    • Food and drinks
    Covid-19 precautions
    Safety measures in place
    • All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
    • You must keep social distance while in vehicles
    • The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds

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    Meeting point

    Exchange your voucher at any of the bus stops along the route, or at the following ticket offices: Pier 41 (End of Powell St) - Fisherman's Wharf, San Francisco Please note that the last bus for a full loop departs from Stop 1 at 17:00. The Service runs every 20 minutes during high season, and every 30 minutes during low season

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    What to bring

    • Weather-appropriate clothing

    Not allowed

    • Oversize luggage
    • Pets (assistance dogs allowed)

    Know before you go

    • Please note that the weather can change quickly in San Francisco. Please bring a warm sweater or jacket
    • Most of the open-top coaches are American Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant: scooters, wheel chairs, bikes, and strollers are allowed. Please call the Visitor Center 24 hours in advance for a schedule of buses that are ADA-accessible
    • Recorded commentary is available in 10 languages
    • A complete loop (without hopping off and on) lasts approximately 2.5 hours
    • Start or finish the tour at any of the stops along the route
    Customer reviews

    Overall rating

    4.3 /5

    based on 690 reviews

    Review summary

    • Guide
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    • Transportation
      4.1/5
    • Value for money
      4/5
    • Safety
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    I loved the hop on hop off tour! Sitting upstairs is FREEZING so please be prepared! Go early in the day so you can get off at several locations. I also booked the night tour so stayed on the bus and sat downstairs. I enjoyed the ability to sit and be out of the elements and heard and saw things I didn’t on the first tour. The night trip is beautiful too but I don’t think I’d do both again. I wish we saw the Golden Gate Bridge at night also but the Bay Bridge is beautiful. Sometimes the bus is full so plan on possibly standing for a couple stops.

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    9 October 2021

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    Kim – United States Verified GetYourGuide customer

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    The weekdays in September make it easy to board bus, much more crowded on weekends. So much fun on top of bus , nice narrative of the city also. Definitely windy over Golden Gate Bridge, hang on and wear layers as it seems that temperature is a lot cooler around and over bridge.

    1 October 2021

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    Cheryl – United States Verified GetYourGuide customer

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    I was very happy with this tour. I had never been to San Francisco and this helped me see everything and get a feel for the city. I learned a lot of interesting history and saw more than I would have on my own. Just remember to bring a coat! I knew it woukd be cooler than I am used to in Arizona, but I didn't expect to be so cold!

    8 September 2021

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