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San Francisco City Bus Tour and Bay Cruise

6.5

Average

18 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score

San Francisco
Updated November 1, 2026

Explore San Francisco's landmarks with a hop-on hop-off bus tour and Bay cruise, featuring live narration and flexible 2-day access.

About this tour

Discover the vibrant city of San Francisco with a comprehensive city bus tour and Bay cruise. This hop-on hop-off adventure allows you to explore iconic landmarks such as Fisherman's Wharf, Union Square, and Lombard Street at your own pace. Enjoy panoramic views from an open-top double-decker bus as you cross the Golden Gate Bridge. Your journey continues with a scenic Bay cruise, offering close-up views of Alcatraz Island and the majestic Golden Gate Bridge. With live narration and the flexibility of a 2-day ticket, this tour is perfect for those wanting to experience the best of San Francisco. Book now to embark on an unforgettable exploration of the city's most famous sites.

Highlights

Explore San Francisco's iconic landmarks
Cruise beneath the Golden Gate Bridge
Experience Alcatraz Island up close
Hop on and off at your leisure
Cross the Golden Gate on a double-decker bus

What's included

Included

2-day hop-on hop-off city tour
San Francisco Bay cruise
Live guide or audio commentary in various languages

Not included

Tips
Food and drinks
Entrance tickets for attractions

Ratings on each provider

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GetYourGuide

4.39 / 5 · 18 reviews

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What reviewers mention

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Often praised

Boat and bus tour

Common complaints

Important information

Tour available daily except major holidays
Children under 2 years free
Hop-On Hop-Off: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Bay Cruise: 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Frequently asked questions

What is the duration of the tour?

The hop-on hop-off tour lasts 1 hour, with a 60-minute Bay cruise.

Are children allowed on the tour?

Yes, children under 2 years of age can join for free.

What are the operating hours?

The bus tour runs from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and the Bay cruise departs between 11:00 AM and 4:00 PM.

Is there a live guide available?

Yes, a live guide or audio commentary is available in various languages.

Can I cancel my booking?

Yes, free cancellation is available within 24 hours of booking.

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. GetYourGuide rates it 4.39 from 18 reviews. We place that rating among all GetYourGuide ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.

How the score works and rating distribution in San Francisco

Each provider rating is turned into a percentile: the share of that provider's ratings it beats, weighted by review counts.
Listings on different providers are combined in proportion to their review counts.
Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 6.5.