Tours and Trips in North America

Explore one of San Francisco's 'foodie-est' neighborhoods - the Mission District - on a bike tour that introduces you to local culture and the best places to eat. A favorite neighborhood among locals for its bars, shops, ever-trendy restaurants and beloved weekend hangout Dolores Park, where the city comes together to picnic and people-watch, the Mission is home to street art, taquerias, history and a lively atmosphere. Learn about and see it all as you pedal the streets with a guide, stopping at eateries such as Bi-Rite Market and Tartine Bakery.

Ride a bike across the Golden Gate Bridge with a San Francisco Bike rental that's convenient to the city's scenic waterfront bike trail. Follow one of SF's most classic rides: cruise across the bridge to a hilltop with sweeping views of the city, descend a winding, swooping hill into Sausalito, and return to the San Francisco waterfront by ferry. Enjoy the freedom of exploring by bike, on quiet roads and dedicated paths.

There's no doubt about it: San Francisco is a gorgeous city, and this small-group walking tour highlights some of its most spectacular scenery. Beginning at the Golden Gate Bridge, where you'll take in sweeping views of San Francisco Bay and the city's dramatic skyline, you'll embark on a 4- to 5-mile (6.5- to 8-km) walking tour of SF's western edge. This slow-paced hike follows the Pacific coastline, meandering through Baker Beach and past the mansions of Sea Cliff as you make your way toward the Sutro Baths at Land's End. Limited to 12 participants for a more personalized experience.

If you're looking for a romantic start to your evening, then bask in the glow of the setting sun. This San Francisco Sunset Flight lets you do just that -  but in the air. While suitable for families and friends, romantic pairs tend to find this plane tour especially enticing. See the Bay Bridge, Alcatraz, the Golden Gate Bridge and Treasure Island while motoring among the clouds and gulls.

Bring your appetite and your walking shoes for a delicious Japantown food tour. Learn about the history of this unique neighborhood in San Francisco and visit several authentic markets, restaurants, caf es, and tea houses with your gourmet guide. Discover where locals go for the best Japanese food in town, and taste six to seven samplings, from red bean 'taiyaki' to sweet rice 'mochi.'

Make your own travel itinerary for the day while in San Francisco with this full-day hop-on hop-off buss pass. Ride a double-decker bus throughout the city, and hop off and back on at any of the stops along the route. Make stops at Fisherman's Wharf, Golden Gate Park, Union Square, Chinatown, the Financial District, and Haight-Ashbury. Along the way see some of SF's most popular places, such as Pier 39, the Palace of Fine Arts, the de Young Museum, and War Memorial Opera House.

Ride a GoCar all over San Francisco as it navigates for you and provides a guided tour. Take as long as you like to explore the city with a storytelling car as your guide - what Time Magazine has called "one of the coolest inventions of the year." Let this tiny car show you what the city is all about, learn about its history and visit sites like the Presidio, Coit Tower, Chinatown and Lombard Street. Pick up your car at one of two convenient locations: Union Square or Beach Street near Fisherman's Wharf.

Roll thorough San Francisco during the twilight hours in a double-decker tour bus. During this 2-hour tour, see the sights of Union Square, the Marina and Chinatown as their lights twinkle on. Get your camera out to snap photos of the Golden Gate Bridge from a scenic overlook and cross the Bay Bridge to Treasure Island. Look back at the city skyline from your vantage point in the middle of the bay and witness the Bay Bridge's LED art installation. Along the way, learn about the history, architecture, culture and traditions of San Francisco through live narration.

Get familiar with San Francisco's coffee and chocolate culture on this 4-hour food tour by bike. Pedal about 10 miles through some of San Francisco's sunniest neighborhoods, including the Mission District, Potrero Hill, Dogpatch, Hunter's Point, and SOMA, and sample chocolate tastings along the way. Plus, your guide happily carries any purchases you might make on the tour back with them, so you can bring home all your favorites, too.

Explore two popular San Francisco neighborhoods and visit craft beer locations on this walking tour of Fisherman's Wharf and North Beach, adjacent districts in the northeast end of the city. With a guide, you'll stop at three bars to taste and learn about California craft brews.

Walk the wild and scenic coast of San Francisco with a 4-hour walking tour of the city's historic landmarks, sheltered beaches, nature and wildlife. Set an easy-going pace along coastal footpaths and trails as you explore with a local guide, and capture images of the Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco Bay and the soaring bluffs of the Marin Headlands. Choose between three routes that capture different facets of the bay's remarkable setting, and enjoy fresh ocean breezes as you make your way from the city to the shore.

Eat your way through the Valencia Corridor, located in San Francisco's historic Mission District. This 3-hour food-and-drink tour centers on global cuisine found at famed eateries in this eclectic neighborhood teeming with restaurants and bars. Sip several complimentary cocktails, beers or wines as you savor tasty bites and hear tales of the Mission's revival while strolling down 16th Street.

On this San Francisco bike tour, you'll cycle across the Golden Gate Bridge from the city to the waterfront town of Sausalito. With a guide, ride from Fisherman's Wharf to Marina Green and Crissy Field, and stop at Fort Point and Vista Point for photo ops of the bridge and San Francisco Bay. The 3-hour guided tour ends in Sausalito, where you are free to bike more on your own and return to the city at your leisure (either bike back or purchase a ferry ticket). This tour includes use of the bike for the full day.

Soar above the famous hills, bridges, and bay of San Francisco on a 20-minute seaplane flight. Departing from the charming seaside village of Sausalito, take to the skies with an experienced pilot for a bird's-eye view of the area's spectacular geography and cultural landmarks, including Fisherman's Wharf, Nob Hill, Alcatraz, and the iconic Golden Gate Bridge. With guaranteed window seats for every passenger, it's an unforgettable way to view one of the world's most beautiful cities.

Sometimes a luxury motor coach is the perfect way to see a city, especially when that city is loaded with massive hills, sweeping vistas and countless sights. On this tour, a guide transports you in style to all the so-called greatest hits of San Francisco: Chinatown, North Beach, the Palace of Fine Arts, Union Square and North Beach among so many others. If you want to stop for photos in Golden Gate Park or atop Twin Peaks, that's covered too.

Take an open-air fire truck tour of San Francisco aboard a shiny red vintage fire engine. You'll be the talk of the town as you suit up in a firefighter jacket and hat for a fun ride with the whole family. Your professional driver narrates the tour from Fisherman's Wharf through the Presidio and across the city's world-famous Golden Gate Bridge to charming Sausalito. Fasten your seat belt for the drive of a lifetime on this small-group San Francisco fire engine tour, limited to 13 passengers.

Make the most out of your visit to San Francisco with this 2-day Fisherman's Wharf pass. Gain access to five different attractions, and save more than $38. Visit the Aquarium of the Bay to see sharks and fish, and then head to Madame Tussauds to see wax figures of your favorite celebs. You have two full days to make a stop at all five places. Go to the 7-D Experience and the San Francisco Dungeon. Plus, cruise along the bay on a Blue and Gold Fleet cruise.

Join a festive 1.5-hour tour of San Francisco's holiday lights aboard a vintage open-air Mack fire engine. Hear commentary from your enthusiastic guide and holiday music as you travel to Fisherman's Wharf, the Embarcadero, Market Street, and Union Square to see festive holiday light displays at top sightseeing attractions. Ride with a small group limited to 12 people for a more intimate family-friendly experience of San Francisco. Have the option to wear the provided firefighter gear to stay warm and look great in photo ops!

Go whale watching in San Francisco on this 2.5-hour cruise that departs from Pier 39. On an eco-friendly catamaran, glide through San Francisco Bay and under the Golden Gate Bridge to reach the open Pacific, where you'll keep your eyes peeled for humpback and gray whales, as well as marine life like dolphins and seals. Learn about the history and geology of the area from an onboard naturalist, and admire the rugged California coast.

Step aboard a vintage Volkswagen bus for a San Francisco city tour. Travel down streets a typical tour bus can't access while your guide fills you in on the history of the City by the Bay, from the Gold Rush to Silicon Valley. Get views of landmarks such as Twin Peaks, the Golden Gate Bridge, and Alcatraz as you travel through 14 distinct city districts.