San Francisco Bus Tour with Bay Cruise Adventure

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United States, San Francisco

  • Unlimited hop-on and hop-off at 17 stops in one of the most photogenic cities in the world for 24 hours.
  • The route covers the major attractions of the city, including the Golden Gate Bridge, Lombard Street, Union Square, Chinatown, North Beach, Alamo Square, and Fisherman’s Wharf.
  • Learn interesting and amusing facts and stories about the city’s historic streets and architecture.
  • Embark on an unforgettable journey with the San Francisco Bay Cruise and witness the ravishing views of Alcatraz Island, the Pacific Ocean, and the prettiest skyline.

Important information

To start the San Francisco Hop On Hop Off Bus Tour, you can board the bus from any stop on the route. Get off the bus at any stop of your choice and reach the nearby attractions within minutes. The Bay cruise sets off from Pier 41 and Pier 39. The departure point will be notified to you. The San Francisco Bay Cruise Adventure lasts almost 60 minutes.

Highlights

  • Make your trip short by enjoying the whole bus tour in one go and capture the exquisite visuals with your eyes through the open roofs of the top deck of the buses.
  • Listen to the advanced recorded commentary in your preferred language. The options are available in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, and Portuguese.
  • First ride over the Golden Gate Bridge with the Hop On Hop Off San Francisco Bus Tour, then observe it from beneath with the San Francisco Bay Cruise Tour.
  • Get to experience the whole city from land to water in just a day.

Tour Stops

All Routes
Visitors' Center
San Francisco Visitor Center, Powell Street Cable Cars
Columbus / Ghirardelli Square
Ghirardelli Chocolate Factory, Aquatic Park, Fort Mason
North Beach / Chinatown
Coit Tower, Washington Square Park, Chinatown Gate
Embarcadero Center
Transamerica Pyramid, Salesforce Tower, Waterfront Promenade
Ferry Building
Ferry Building Marketplace, Bay Bridge Views, Farmers Market
Union Square South
Union Square Plaza, Westfield Shopping Center, Maiden Lane
Hilton Hotel
Tenderloin District and Asian Art Museum
Civic Center
City Hall, Opera House, Symphony Hall
Alamo Square
Painted Ladies and Alamo Square Park
Haight Ashbury
Haight Street Shops, Hippie Culture Area, Vintage Stores
Golden Gate Park
Japanese Tea Garden, California Academy of Sciences
North Vista Point / Golden Gate Bridge
Golden Gate Bridge Viewpoints, Fort Point, Crissy Field
Palace of Fine Arts
Palace of Fine Arts Lagoon, Exploratorium (nearby)
Marina / Cow Hollow
Chestnut Street, Marina Green, Yacht Harbor
Lombard Street
Crooked Street (famous curves), Russian Hill views
Pier 35 / Cruise Terminal
Port of San Francisco, Bay views, nearby Embarcadero
Pier 39
Sea Lions, Aquarium of the Bay, Fisherman’s Wharf
Inclusion and Exclusion
Inclusion
  • Numberless rides on the hop-on hop-off buses
  • One day access to hop-on hop-off buses
  • Recorded audio narration in various languages
  • San Francisco Bay Cruise Tour lasting 1 hour
  • A drive across the internationally famous Golden Gate Bridge
  • Air-conditioned buses with an open top
  • Free Wi-Fi on buses
  • Wheelchair attainable transportation (bus)
Exclusion
  • Entrance Passes to Attractions
  • Pick up and drop off service from/to hotels
  • Snack and Beverages
  • Any other consumables
  • Personal Expenses
  • Sunset/Night Tour
  • Reward/Recompense (recommended)
Redemption Instructions

Make sure you provide us with your correct email address when booking the tickets, because once the payment is made, we reach out to the customer via email with confirmation, a digital voucher for the tour, redemption details, and other necessary information. You need to follow those details to redeem the tickets. For the hop-on and hop-off bus tour, you can board the bus from any stop located on the tour route. For the Bay Cruise, you must redeem your tickets at the Visitors’ Office, 99 Jefferson Street (at the corner of Mason St.).

Know Before You Go
Land + Water Experience in One Tour
Covers More in Less Time
Stress-Free Travel
Perfect for First-Time Visitors
Cancellation Policy

You can cancel your tickets and receive a full refund until 1 day before the scheduled tour date. After this time, you can cancel your tickets, but no refund will be provided. The ticket includes a hop-on, hop-off bus and a bay cruise tour. If you miss or choose to skip any, no refund will be provided. No amendments will be accepted if made within 24 hours of the departure time.

FAQs
Where do I board the Bay Cruise?

First, you need to redeem the cruise ticket at the Visitors’ Office, 99 Jefferson Street. After that, you can board the Bay Cruise from either Pier 41 or Pier 39, whichever location is provided to you at the time of redemption by our representatives.

Which part should I do first – bus or cruise?

It’s actually up to you, what you want to experience first, a land tour or a water tour. But the recommendations say you should try the hop-on, hop-off bus tour first and explore the city’s iconic draws, then later end your trip with a relaxing and soothing Bay Cruise.

Is there seating available on the boat?

Yes, both inside and outside seats are available on the boat. But the seats on both the bus and the boat are on a first-come, first-served basis. So, some may not be able to choose their preferred ones.

Will I get enough time for photos during the cruise?

The boat runs leisurely so that all can enjoy panoramic views of Alcatraz Island, the Pacific Ocean, Sausalito waterfront, and the Golden Gate Bridge underpass. Therefore, you are gonna get many eye-catching photo stops on the Bay Cruise tour.

Can I skip any part of the tour?

Yes, you can skip some parts of the tour, but the skipped or missed journey is not refundable. So choose wisely.

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