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San Francisco Holiday Lights Tour in a VW Hippie Bus 1.5 hr

TourTruth score 7.2 out of 10

AverageTop 35% in San Francisco

2 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score

  • San Francisco
  • 1 hr 30 min
  • Updated October 31, 2026

See San Francisco’s holiday lights from a VW hippie bus, sing along to Christmas songs, and stop for photos at festive landmarks.

About this tour

See San Francisco glow with holiday cheer from the seat of a colorful VW hippie bus. This 90-minute San Francisco holiday lights tour pairs festive city views with a local guide and Christmas songs to sing along to.

Travel through the city to admire seasonal displays and landmark decorations. Stops may include the Fairmont Hotel Gingerbread House and Christmas tree, the Westin St. Francis Hotel’s rotating Gingerbread House, the Fisherman’s Wharf Christmas tree, Macy’s Holiday Tree in Union Square, and Lombard Street. Pause for photos along the way, including at the Fairmont. Each bus holds up to seven people, creating an intimate outing for families and friends; larger groups may be accommodated with additional buses. A Santa hat and candy cane are provided, and the route may change to find the best lights.

Meet near the Argonaut Hotel on Hyde Street, then settle in for a cheerful ride through the city. Book your San Francisco holiday lights tour for a festive evening of sights, songs, and seasonal sparkle.

Highlights

  • Admire San Francisco’s festive holiday lights and displays
  • Sing along to Christmas songs as you explore the city
  • Stop for photos at the Fairmont Hotel Gingerbread House
  • Spot holiday trees at Fisherman’s Wharf and Union Square
  • Ride through the city in a colorful VW hippie bus

What's included

Included

  • 90-minute guided tour
  • Santa hat
  • Candy cane
  • Photo stops

Not included

  • Tips and gratuity

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Important information

  • The route may change to find the best holiday lights
  • Drinks are not allowed in the vehicle
  • Children under 2 years old are not permitted
  • Meet at 2899 Hyde St, San Francisco, CA 94109, at the corner of Jefferson and Jefferson by the Argonaut Hotel; look uphill for the VWs coming down
  • Buses accommodate up to 7 people; additional buses may be arranged for larger groups

Frequently asked questions

How long is the tour?

The guided tour lasts 90 minutes.

How many people can ride in one bus?

Each VW bus accommodates up to 7 people. Additional buses may be sent for larger groups.

Where is the meeting point?

Meet at 2899 Hyde St, at the corner of Jefferson and Jefferson by the Argonaut Hotel. Look uphill for the VWs coming down.

Can the route change?

Yes. The route may change to provide the best holiday lights experience.

Are drinks allowed in the vehicle?

No. Drinks are not allowed in the vehicle.

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. GetYourGuide rates it 5.00 from 2 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.

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  • 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 7.2. Top 35% in San Francisco means it ranks in the top 35% of tours in San Francisco by this score.

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