Big Bus San Francisco: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour covering multiple iconic landmarks
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Multiple locations across city
Flexible bus tour with iconic stops and cultural insights.
Popular Choice
~ 1 day
Duration
Introduction
Explore San Francisco at your own pace with a convenient hop-on hop-off bus tour. The Big Bus double-decker coaches follow a loop that stops at all the major attractions – from Fisherman’s Wharf and Pier 39 to Union Square, Chinatown, North Beach, Golden Gate Park, and even across the Golden Gate Bridge. You can hop off at any stop that interests you, spend as much time as you like, then catch a later bus to continue the route. On board, listen to informative commentary (available via recorded audio or a live guide) about the sights you’re passing. It’s a flexible way to sightsee, letting you craft your own itinerary and cover a lot of ground without driving.
What To Expect
- Embark on a seamless San Francisco adventure with a hop-on hop-off bus tour, eliminating the need for car rental.
- Start from any of the 16 conveniently located bus stops on the route, such as the tour route start point of Fisherman’s Wharf.
- The double-decker sightseeing bus follows the Red Route, offering 16 stops across 19 significant points of interest.
- Highlights include Pier 39, the Golden Gate Bridge, Lombard Street, Chinatown, and Golden Gate Park, along with attractions like Madame Tussauds and Aquarium of the Bay.
- Choose to hop off to explore these sites at your leisure and then hop back on, or simply enjoy the full route from the comfort of the bus.
- For those with tickets including a walking tour, delve deeper into Chinatown's rich culture in the afternoon.
- Conclude your hop-on hop-off experience with the freedom to further explore San Francisco independently. As you have a choice of 3 different passes, you can take advantage of the extra time to discover the city at a more relaxed pace.
Not To Be Missed
- The vibrant flowerbeds lining the street, perfect for photographs. Located at the top of Lombard Street.
- The stunning views of the Bay and cityscape from various points along the street. Accessible from the upper sections.
- The charming Victorian houses that line the street, showcasing San Francisco's architectural history. Found along the winding path of Lombard Street.
Not Recommended for
Individuals with mobility issues may find the steep inclines challenging.
Timings
Operating Schedule: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM, with buses arriving every 15 minutes Download the free Big Bus app for city information and live bus tracking.
