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San Francisco Super Saver 9-Hour Grand City Tour plus Muir Woods and Sausalito Day Trip
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San Francisco Super Saver 9-Hour Grand City Tour plus Muir Woods and Sausalito Day Trip

by Gray Line San Francisco

9 hours
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9 hours
Starting time
Friday 11 September 2026
Language
English
Free cancellation until 10 Sept 2026.
$279$310Save 10%
2 adults × $139.50
All taxes and fees included

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Overview

This 9-hour Super Saver tour begins in San Francisco at Union Square with transportation provided by a luxury air-conditioned coach. The narrated city tour covers a wide range of neighborhoods and landmarks. The route starts north on Van Ness Avenue, passes through Cow Hollow, and stops for 15 minutes at the Palace of Fine Arts Theatre, where passengers can leave the bus to explore the rotunda and lagoon. The tour then crosses the iconic Golden Gate Bridge, offering panoramic views of the bay and city skyline, and continues through the Presidio park area. A 15-minute stop at Lands End provides views of coastal cliffs, cypress forest, the Pacific Ocean, and the Golden Gate Bridge. The coach passes Golden Gate Park, Haight-Ashbury, and stops for 15 minutes at Twin Peaks for 360-degree city views. The route continues through the Castro District, Ferry Plaza Farmer's Market, the Financial District, Chinatown, and North Beach. After approximately three hours touring the city, the group switches buses near Fisherman’s Wharf. The second part of the tour crosses back over the Golden Gate Bridge into Marin County for a 90-minute visit to Muir Woods National Monument. Admission to Muir Woods is included, allowing time to walk among the Giant Redwoods. The final stop is Sausalito, a Mediterranean-style town with shops and galleries, where the group spends 60 minutes before returning to San Francisco. The tour includes narration throughout. Food, drinks, gratuities, and hotel transfers are not included.

Highlights

Narrated bus tour of San Francisco with four photo stops
Visit to Palace of Fine Arts Theatre with 15-minute stop
15-minute stops at Lands End, Twin Peaks, and Golden Gate Bridge
90-minute visit and admission to Muir Woods National Monument
60-minute stop in Sausalito village with shops and galleries
Transport by air-conditioned coach throughout the tour

What's included

Luxury air-conditioned coach transportation
Narrated San Francisco city tour with four photo stop chances
Narrated tour with driver guide including a 90-minute stop at Muir Woods and a 60-minute stop at Sausalito
Entry to Muir Woods National Monument with the $15 admission fee covered

What's not included

Meals and beverages
Tips and gratuities
No hotel pickup or drop-off service

Itinerary

1

Union Square Departure

The coach leaves from Union Square and heads toward the Golden Gate Bridge. Along the way, travelers will pass Union Square, known for its theatres, shopping, and hotels.

2

Van Ness Avenue

The route continues north on Van Ness Avenue, notable for its role as a firebreak used by the US Army during the 1906 earthquake and fire.

3

Cow Hollow

The tour passes through two upscale neighborhoods popular with young professionals, featuring chic boutiques, Pilates studios, juice bars, beauty salons, and a variety of fine dining options from French bistros to American fusion cuisine.

4

Palace of Fine Arts Theatre

Designed by Bernard Maybeck for the 1915 World's Fair, this 162-foot high open rotunda resembles a Greek-Roman inspired fictional ruin. Travelers disembark to explore the structure and its lagoon.

15 min

5

Golden Gate Bridge

The tour crosses the Golden Gate Bridge, which on clear days provides panoramic views of the bay and San Francisco skyline.

15 min

6

Presidio of San Francisco

This stop includes the former U.S. Army fort and 1500-acre park area, home to Baker Beach, hiking trails, historic buildings housing the Walt Disney Family Museum, eateries, residences, and businesses such as Lucasfilm with its Yoda Fountain.

7

Lands End

A coastal stop at Ocean Beach featuring rugged cliffs, cypress forests, and views of the Golden Gate Bridge, Pacific Ocean, Sutro Baths ruins, and the Cliff House.

15 min

8

Golden Gate Park

Entering Golden Gate Park from the west, travelers pass one of two Dutch Windmills. The driver points out key locations including the Bison Paddock, Japanese Tea Gardens, California Academy of Sciences, and Conservatory of Flowers.

9

Haight-Ashbury

Travelers see the birthplace of the Hippie movement during the Summer of Love, with its unusual shops, unique dining options, and live entertainment.

10

Twin Peaks

Named for its two identical peaks, this location is among the highest in the city, offering 360-degree views of San Francisco.

15 min

11

The Castro

The route descends toward Market Street and enters the Castro District, known as a welcoming and safe LGBT community.

12

Ferry Plaza Farmer's Market

The coach drives east from the Castro District along Market Street toward the Ferry Building and the downtown Financial District.

13

Financial District

Travelers pass skyscrapers dominating the skyline, including the Transamerica Pyramid and Salesforce Tower, among numerous tech companies and Fortune 500 firms.

14

Chinatown

Passing under the Dragon Gates, travelers enter Chinatown, a busy commercial district full of vibrant colors.

15

North Beach

The transition from Chinatown to North Beach is quick, bringing sights and aromas characteristic of San Francisco's Little Italy.

16

San Francisco

The tour covers the city from the bay to the ocean with photo stops at important locations.

180 min

17

Fisherman’s Wharf

The first drop-off is at the northern waterfront, the city's busiest tourist area, with souvenir shops and stalls selling crab and clam chowder in sourdough bread bowls.

5 min

18

Bus Switch at Post Street

Travelers disembark and switch buses for the Muir Woods & Sausalito segment. Departure for this portion is at 1:40 PM from 478 Post Street (Union Square).

30 min

19

Muir Woods National Monument

After the city tour, the journey continues across the Golden Gate Bridge through Marin County's coastal mountains. The first stop is Muir Woods National Monument, featuring ancient Giant Redwoods along Redwood Creek, with a 90-minute visit and included $15 entrance fee. Next is a 60-minute stop in Sausalito, a Mediterranean-style town with shops, galleries, and waterfront restaurants.

240 min

Meeting point

Gray Line Fisherman’s Wharf Departure Location 2805 Leavenworth St. Arrive by 8:45 AM to check-in Bus Departs at 9:00 AM Although there is no physical location, you'll easily spot Pomegranate Café directly across the street. Simply wait there, and our representative will meet you.

End point

Gray Line Fisherman’s Wharf Departure Location 2805 Leavenworth St. Arrive by 8:45 AM to check-in Bus Departs at 9:00 AM Although there is no physical location, you'll easily spot Pomegranate Café directly across the street. Simply wait there, and our representative will meet you.

Languages

English (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–15 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Pushchair and stroller friendly
Service animals are welcome
Reachable by public transport
Infants travel on an adult's lap
Suitable for all fitness levels
Total
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