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Tours & day trips

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Big Bus San Francisco Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour by Open-Top Bus

Big Bus San Francisco Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour by Open-Top Bus

Activity duration is 1 day
8.6 out of 10 with 1480 reviews
Free cancellation available
The previous price was CA $91 and current price is CA $81 per adult
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History & culture

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California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission

California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission

Activity duration is 23 hours and 59 minutes
8.6 out of 10 with 133 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $67 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Redwoods & Wine Country Escape to Sonoma & Napa with Optional Gourmet Lunch

Redwoods & Wine Country Escape to Sonoma & Napa with Optional Gourmet Lunch

Activity duration is 10 hours
9.4 out of 10 with 277 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $266 per adult
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Adventure & outdoor

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San Francisco: Kids Thrill Zone Combo at PIER 39

San Francisco: Kids Thrill Zone Combo at PIER 39

8.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $47 per adult
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Cruises & boat tours

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Golden Gate Bay Cruise - Sail Around Alcatraz! (1-hour)

Golden Gate Bay Cruise - Sail Around Alcatraz! (1-hour)

Activity duration is 1 hour
9.6 out of 10 with 603 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $52 per adult
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Popular places to visit

Golden Gate Park featuring flowers and a garden

Golden Gate Park

Golden Gate Park is just one of the places to see in San Francisco, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the seaside or experience the acclaimed art scene in this vibrant area.

Golden Gate Park
Golden Gate Bridge showing a suspension bridge or treetop walkway, a marina and a bay or harbour

Golden Gate Bridge

After visiting Golden Gate Bridge, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Francisco. Amble around this vibrant area's seaside or experience its fascinating museums.

Golden Gate Bridge
Pier 39 showing signage, street scenes and a city

Pier 39

You can browse for souvenirs with a trip to Pier 39, a popular shopping spot in San Francisco. Discover the beautiful sunsets and notable monuments in this vibrant area.

Pier 39
Alcatraz Island showing island views and a coastal town

Alcatraz Island

Find out about the history of San Francisco when you take a trip to Alcatraz Island. Take in the fascinating museums and beautiful sunsets in this vibrant area.

Alcatraz Island
Lombard Street featuring flowers and a garden

Lombard Street

After visiting Lombard Street, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Francisco. Discover the beautiful sunsets and notable monuments in this vibrant area.

Lombard Street
Union Square, San Francisco

Union Square

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Union Square during your trip to San Francisco. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art scene in this walkable area.

Union Square