Most booked tours and tickets in San Francisco
Napa and Sonoma Wine Country Full-Day Tour from San Francisco
4.34,622 reviews8h
from €150
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Small Group Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Day Trip from San Francisco
4.94,202 reviews14h
from €217
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Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Day Tour from San Francisco w Pickup
4.43,628 reviews15h
from €183
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San Francisco Super Saver: Muir Woods & Wine Country w/ optional Gourmet Lunch
4.63,433 reviews11h
from €180
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Tickets and tours by attraction
The best options for each of San Francisco's top sights, compared.
Top sights in San Francisco
- 1Golden Gate Bridge
- 2Alcatraz Island
- 3Fisherman's Wharf
- 4Cable Cars
- 5Painted Ladies
- 6Chinatown
- Iconic Landmarks & Engineering Marvels: Walk or bike across the world-famous Golden Gate Bridge, tour the infamous prison on Alcatraz Island (book tickets months in advance), and ride the last manually operated cable car system on earth up the city's steepest hills.
- A World-Class Culinary Melting Pot: Indulge in the city's famous sourdough bread bowls filled with clam chowder, feast on authentic dim sum in Chinatown, and explore the Mission District for the best mission-style burritos and innovative Californian cuisine.
- Distinctive Neighborhoods with Unique Vibes: Experience the vibrant LGBTQ+ culture and history in the Castro, browse indie bookstores and Victorian architecture in Haight-Ashbury, and discover cutting-edge art galleries and tech hubs in SoMa (South of Market).
Tickets and passes in San Francisco
Ghost Hunt in SF Chinatown with a Professional Investigator
4.8941 reviews1h 30m
from €50
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Sonoma Wine Country Tour from San Francisco with Tastings
4.91,677 reviews9h 30m
from €171
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Chinatown, North Beach, Little Italy: 7 Tastings & History
4.91,445 reviews4h
from €87
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North Beach & Little Italy Walking Tour: Food, History & Flavor
4.81,168 reviews3h
from €78
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San Francisco: The Mission District Food Tour with 5 Local Dishes
4.8940 reviews3h
from €77
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San Francisco, Muir Woods, Sausalito and Optional Alcatraz Tour
4.81,597 reviews9h
from €99
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Hidden gems in San Francisco
Places most visitors miss, many of them free.
The Wave Organ
An acoustic sculpture located on a jetty in the Marina District. It uses pipes to amplify the sounds of the waves lapping against the shore and the bay.
Seward Street Slides
Two long, concrete slides built into a hillside in the Castro District. Locals use cardboard to slide down.
The Musee Mecanique
A vast collection of antique penny arcade games and mechanical musical instruments at Fisherman's Wharf.
Bernal Heights Park
A grassy hilltop park in the Bernal Heights neighborhood with a 360-degree view of the city and a famous concrete slide.
The Cable Car Museum
A free museum located in the historic Washington/Mason cable car barn and powerhouse.
Day trips from San Francisco
Sausalito
30 min by ferry from Fisherman's Wharf
A charming, Mediterranean-style village nestled on the Marin County hills across the bay. Known for its houseboat communities, waterfront art galleries, and stunning postcard views back to the San Francisco skyline.
Napa & Sonoma Valleys
1 to 1.5 hours by car north
The world-renowned heart of California wine country. Rolling hills dotted with vineyards, offering wine tastings, gourmet food, and luxurious spas in a beautiful rural setting.
Muir Woods National Monument
40 min by car north (across Golden Gate Bridge)
Walk among ancient, towering coastal redwood trees in a serene, protected canyon. The quiet majesty of these giants, some over 1,000 years old, offers a profound natural escape.
Plan your San Francisco trip
Things to do in San Francisco: FAQ
What are the best things to do in San Francisco?+
Top sights include Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island, Fisherman's Wharf and Cable Cars. Away from the crowds, try The Wave Organ and Seward Street Slides.
What are the most popular tours in San Francisco?+
The most booked experiences on Viator are Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour (Return by Bus or Ferry) (4.4 stars, 5,275 reviews); Napa and Sonoma Wine Country Full-Day Tour from San Francisco (4.3 stars, 4,622 reviews); Small Group Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Day Trip from San Francisco (4.9 stars, 4,202 reviews).
How much do tours in San Francisco cost?+
The tours and tickets on this page start between €32 and €217 per person, depending on length and what is included.
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