Hop On Hop Off San Francisco - Bus Tours

Explore the Golden city on a comfortable hop-on hop-off San Francisco bus tour. See the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island, and the Fisherman’s Wharf! Then, check out North Beach, Chinatown, and Ghirardelli Square. You can even combine your San Francisco hop-on hop-off tickets with admission to other attractions. If you’d like to save a buck or two, then picking up a combo package is what to do in San Francisco!
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  • Big Bus San Francisco: Hop-On, Hop-Off with optional Walking Tour  

    • 1-day, or 2-day hop-on, hop-off ticket (as per the option selected)
    • Pre-recorded commentary on the bus in English, French, German, Spanish, Italian and Portuguese.
    • Chinatown Walking tour (with Explore ticket) 
    • Sunset tour (with Explore ticket)
    • Bike Rental (with Essential & Explore ticket)
    • Choice of entry to The Flyer or the 7D Experience at Pier 39 (with Explore ticket)
    4.0
    Free Cancellation
    Free cancellation 24 hours prior to the tour date.
    Flexible Voucher
    Valid for 14 days from Travel Date
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    US$ 63.00 pp
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  • Big Bus San Francisco: Hop-On, Hop-Off and Alcatraz Ticket  

    • 2-day hop-on, hop-off ticket
    • Pre-recorded commentary on the bus in English, French, German, Spanish, Italian and Portuguese.
    • Admission to Alcatraz and return ferry transfers
    • Chinatown Guided Walking Tour
    • Bike Rental Offer
    • Sunset tour
    • Choice of entry to The Flyer or 7D Experience
    4.0
    Free Cancellation
    Free cancellation up to 5 days before the tour/activity.
    Flexible Voucher
    Valid for 14 days from Travel Date
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    US$ 120.00 pp
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  • Skyline Sightseeing San Francisco Hop-On, Hop-Off & Sonoma Valley Tour  

    • 2-Days Hop-On Hop-Off ticket
    • Audio commentary on bus in English, Spanish, French, Italian, German, and Portuguese
    • Half day Sonoma Valley tour
    • Tasting fess for 2 wine tastings
    • Guided tour in a luxury coach bus
    • Soak up the magic of the California sunshine with exceptional saver combo
    3.0
    Free Cancellation
    Free cancellation up to 72 hours before tour date. 
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    US$ 179.99 pp
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  • Skyline Sightseeing San Francisco Hop-on, Hop-off & Night Tour  

    • 1 day or 2 days Hop-on, Hop-off tour (as per the option selected)
    • Audio guide in English, Spanish, French, Italian, German, and Portuguese
    • Night tour
    • Enjoy sightseeing at your own pace with the San Francisco hop-on hop-off tour
    • Enjoy informative pre-recorded commentary in multiple languages
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    US$ 99.99 pp
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  • Skyline Sightseeing San Francisco: Hop-on, Hop-off & Alcatraz Tour  

    • 2-Day Hop-On Hop-Off Pass
    • Ferry to/from Alcatraz Island (with a set departure time)
    • Award winning self-guided Alcatraz audio tour in various languages
    • Audio commentary on the bus in English, Spanish, French, Italian, German, and Portuguese
    • Hop on and off at top San Francisco attractions and explore at your own pace
    4.0
    Free Cancellation
    Free cancellation up to 30 days prior to departure.
    If canceled less than 30 days prior to departure, a cancellation fee of 50% applies.
    If canceled less than 5 days prior to departure, a cancellation fee of 100% applies.
    No refunds will be given for any no-shows or any missed ferry departures
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    US$ 149.99 pp
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  • Skyline Sightseeing San Francisco: Hop-on, Hop-off & Bay Cruise Combo  

    • 2 Days Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour
    • Audio commentary on the bus in English, Spanish, French, Italian, German, and Portuguese
    • San Francisco Bay Cruise
    • Audio commentary on Bay Cruise via Wi-Fi device in English, Spanish, Mandarin, Italian, French, Japanese, Korean, German and Taiwanese
    • Enjoy 1 day Hop-on, Hop-off and Bay Cruise with this combo
    Free Cancellation

    Free cancellation any time before your tour. Any cancellation after the tour date will be non-refundable.

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  • Big Bus San Francisco Hop On Hop Off Bus Tour & Sunset Cruise  

    • 1-day or 2-days Hop-on, Hop-off ticket (as per the option selected)
    • Pre-recorded commentary on the bus in English, French, German, Spanish, Italian and Portuguese
    • Bike Rental Offer (1-hour rental + 1 hour free) – (with Essential & Explore ticket)
    • Chinatown Walking Tour – (with Explore ticket)
    • Sunset tour (with Explore ticket)
    • Choice of entry to The Flyer or the 7D Experience at Pier 39 (with Explore ticket)
    • Sunset Cruise
    • Live commentary in English by the Captain
    4.0
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    US$ 121.00 pp
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  • Skyline Sightseeing San Francisco Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tour  

    • 1 or 2-day Hop On Hop Off City Tour
    • Audio commentary in English, Spanish, French, Italian, German, and Portuguese
    • Discover the best of San Francisco on a fun and flexible hop-on, hop-off bus city tour
    • Get up close with your favourite attractions - from the Golden Gate to the Union Square
    • Cross the Golden Gate Bridge on an open top bus
    Free Cancellation
    Free cancellation any time before your tour. Any cancellation after the tour date will be non-refundable.
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Top Customer Reviews

  • Alexandra M Combs
    Great tour with great employees!

    The guide "Big Bus Blake" was amazing. He had a great personalty and was very insightful! Also the staff at Fisherman's Wharf storefront were very helpful!

    United States 02/04/2025
  • Veronika Jagrova
    GREAT TOUR

    Great way how to get to know San Francisco without stress. Comfortable & reliable services, nice drivers/guides. Worth the money!

    Czech Republic 02/05/2025
  • Pat sands

    Easy to make and not complicated to use on the bus - didn't have to go to stop one to redeem.

    United States 01/30/2025
About Paris

Experience San Francisco in Hop On Hop Off Bus

The cultural center of North California, San Francisco is known for its universities, Golden Gate Bridge, diverse culture, historical buildings, rolling hills, eclectic architecture, and more. The Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz island have a rich history that can be further explored with a combo ticket of Big Bus.

The hop-on hop-off tours will take you to the federal prison in Alcatraz which had been home to Al Capone. You can also opt to rent a bike with the ticket to explore the city on your own terms. The Skyline Sightseeing San Francisco also accompanies a 60-minute cruise for surreal views of the coastal areas. Alternatively, you can also take a guided tour of the Muir Woods to witness over 1000 years old redwood trees.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Q: What is the best time to book a San Francisco hop-on hop-off tour?
    A:

    September to November is the best time to visit San Francisco. The city experiences warmer temperatures and a plethora of street fairs. Since there is no rain, it is an apt time to enjoy outdoor activities.

  • Q: What is a San Francisco hop-on hop-off bus tour and how does it work?
    A:

    The San Francisco bus tour offers you the convenience and flexibility to get off at the nearest designated stop. No tour guide, you set your own itinerary. You’ll find all the stops are located strategically at all the major attractions, making your touring as hassle-free as possible. And then, when you’re ready to continue, return to a designated bus stop, show your pass, and hop back on the bus and onwards towards your next attraction. So, go ahead and make a whole loop of the route once you have your tour ticket, get familiar with the city and pick out your favorite places to visit and then return to them during your stay.

  • Q: What are the key attractions covered in the San Francisco hop-on hop-off tour?
    A:

    Various attractions included in San Francisco bus tours include Golden Gate Bridge, Fisherman’s Wharf, Pier 39, Palace of Fine Arts, Golden Gate Park, Haight/Ashbury, City Hall, Chinatown Gate, South Vista Point, North Vista Point, and more. The stops are subject to change, so it is recommended to check them at the time of booking.

  • Q: Are these tours guided?
    A:

    That will depend on the tour provider. You’ll find that hop-on hop-off bus tours can be either live or audio-guided. Many will have a pre-recorded commentary that’ll share fascinating information about the history of San Francisco, its culture, and many places of interest. You’ll find that the audio commentary will be provided in various languages. English, French, German and Spanish are the most commonly used, but others may be available. Check the specific product page for full details of all the languages offered.

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