ALCATRAZ: The No. 1 Choice of Visitors

Cold, foreboding, and isolated, Alcatraz Island made escape impossible for its inmates. See for yourself the subject of legend, lore, and more than a few Hollywood movies! Combine your ferry trip with our other popular tours for the best value.

Guided Segway Tours

NEW ROUTES! Guided Segway tours depart daily from San Francisco's Fisherman's Wharf as well as Sausalito. New i2 Segways and longer routes make this a memorable 2.5 hours of gliding fun for ages 12 and up. Day or evening tours available. Reservations required.

Muir Woods: the Giant Redwoods

North across the Golden Gate Bridge is Muir Woods, home to some of the tallest coastal Redwood trees in the world. Tours include a visit to breathtaking Sausalito, with its memorable shopping, restaurants, and galleries.

San Francisco Chinatown Tours

The rich history and culinary depth of America's largest Chinatown are yours to discover with our fascinating tours of this distinctive neighborhood. Choose from among walking, culinary, day, night, and even ghost tours!

Carmel and Monterey

One-day and multi-day trips give you a taste of the stunning coastline and rich history of this beautiful area. Travel south on scenic Highway 1 through Santa Cruz to visit such sights as Cannery Row in Monterey, Carmel-by-the-Sea, the 17 Mile Drive, Pebble Beach, and the Monterey Bay Aquarium.

Fun Rental Vehicles, Bikes, and Motorcycles

Experience San Francisco on the vehicle of your choice with our fun rentals. Ride a bike, join a bike tour, drive a talking GPS Go Car or Electric Gem Car, or commandeer a Harley-Davidson for your own adventure!

San Francisco Theatre & Dinner Shows

Choose from 2 great shows: Teatro ZinZanni offers a bewitching evening of European cabaret and cirque, divas and madmen, spectacle and sensuality - with live music and a gourmet five-course dinner! Insignificant Others is a modern day "Tale of the City" about five friends who move from the Midwest to San Francisco, looking for love and adventure. Hilarity and hijinx ensue!

San Francisco Walking Tours

See the city on foot - up close and personal! Our guided tours allow you to set out in the day or the evening: it's your choice! Select from among historical, architectural, culinary, vampire, ghost, or adventure tours.

Northern California Activities and Adventures

Just how many ways are there to experience this gorgeous area? Choose from among our air, land, and sea tours, and jump into an adventure activity by plane, helicopter, hot air balloon, skydiving, hang gliding, or kayaking. Bike rentals are also available.

• All helicopter, balloon, and seaplane flights and reservations
• All adventure tours and outdoor activities

San Francisco Attraction Tickets

Spend one day or several on San Francisco's eclectic Fisherman's Wharf. Our Fisherman's Wharf Attraction Tickets are ideal for families because of the wide range of fun for all ages. You'll love the deep discounts these packages offer!

• All San Francisco and Fisherman's Wharf Attraction Tickets

Napa Valley Wine Train

It's been called "one of the world's most magnificent trains" - and now you can find out why! Enjoy a relaxing journey through the heart of Napa Valley's picturesque vineyards while you savor lunch or dinner by the train's professional culinary chef and staff.

• All Napa Valley Wine Train excursions

Featured Sightseeing Tour and Bay Cruise Companies in Northern California

Shop these premier sightseeing, vacation, activity, and bay cruise companies to make the most of your vacation. Tour Northern California with these handpicked "best of the best" tour operators.

San Francisco Bay Cruise Companies

• Red and White Fleet - San Francisco Bay Cruises
• Blue and Gold Fleet - San Francisco Bay Cruises and Ferries
• Hornblower San Francisco Dining Cruises - Brunch, Lunch or Dinner and Dancing
• Adventure Cat Catamaran Sailing Trips - San Francisco Day or Sunset Cruises March thru November.

Featured Tour Companies

• All Gray Line San Francisco - Motorcoach and Trolley Sightseeing Tours
• All SuperSightseeing - Motorcoach and Mini Bus Tours
• All CitySightseeing - Double Decker Tours
• All Incredible Adventures - Sightseeing Van Tours
• All CitySightseeing SF - Motorcoach, SUV and Minibus Tours
• All Comprehensive Shuttle Tours - San Francisco or Wine Country by Mini Bus

Fisherman's Wharf Pass

One ticket gives you access to everything! Wharf Pass ©, the one-price admission pass to San Francisco's Fisherman's Wharf attractions, tours, and cruise, includes your choice of Fisherman's Wharf's major attractions and bonus discounts on 45 activities, meals, and shopping. Save as much as $24!

• Wharf Pass Information and Reservations
• Wharf Pass Plus Alcatraz Ferry and Audio Tour

San Francisco City Sightseeing Tours

City Tours introduce you to major landmarks and are an excellent way to see a lot of San Francisco in a short period of time. Choose your favorite mode of transportation: motor coach, ferry, motorized cable car, trolley, or double-decker bus!

San Francisco Double-Decker Bus Tours

Here's the ideal tour for the curiosity seeker or the photographer. Choose the loop you like best (downtown, Golden Gate, or night) and hop on or off our open-top bus anytime within a 24- or 48-hour period! Enjoy stunning views from the top deck! Frequent daily departures for your convenience.

San Francisco Cable Car Tours

Go where no cable car has gone before! Experience San Francisco aboard a motorized Cable Car for optimal sightseeing value. Three different tours offer Hop-on/Hop-off options as well as narration.

San Francisco Bay Cruises and Sailing Adventures

Sit back, relax, and enjoy sailing or boat cruises on San Francisco Bay. Travel under the Golden Gate Bridge, around Alcatraz, and past the city skyline for views you'll never forget! Day, dining, brunch, or sunset cruises are available.

Wine Country: Napa and Sonoma

Napa and Sonoma valleys, just 30 miles north of San Francisco, comprise America's premium wine-making region. From wine tasting to hot-air ballooning, one visit to this area will show you why it's the most popular destination outside San Francisco.

Yosemite National Park Tours

Don't miss the opportunity to see one of the most beautiful national parks in the world. No matter what the season, Yosemite offers incredible views and vistas. Travel by van, motorcoach or private SUV to this special scenic wonderland.

San Francisco Private Tours, Charters, and Small Group Activities

Treat yourself to a customized private tour of San Francisco, Northern California, Big Sur, Monterey, Carmel, Wine Country, or Yosemite. No crowds, no rushing, no wasted time! Enjoy your vacation your way.

Vehicle and Boat Charters

Not sure how you want to get around in San Francisco? We've got solutions for all your transportation needs! Charter Jeeps, SUVs, motorized cable cars, limousines, yachts, sailboats and motor coaches. Features include charters, shuttles, tours, and transfers.

San Francisco CityPass

Visit six San Francisco attractions and ride the famous cable car - for one low price! And take as many as nine days to use your pass. Just added: The new California Academy of Sciences is now part of th