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San Francisco First Timer Tour Highlights and Hidden Gems
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At a glance
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Price from
- $109 / person
- Location
- San Francisco, United States
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 1 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 10
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- San Francisco Tour Co.
- Meeting point
- Please arrive at least 15 minutes before your tour time. The tour departs promptly at the scheduled time. If you arrive early, you’ll find restrooms and a coffee shop on-site. Just outside the entrance, there are fire pits where you can relax while you wait.
Description
New to San Francisco and want to see it all in one trip? This first-timer's tour is built for travelers who want the famous landmarks plus the local corners most visitors walk right past. From a comfortable minivan with a local guide, you'll take in the Golden Gate Bridge, Coit Tower, the Painted Ladies, Alcatraz views, and the Palace of Fine Arts, then roll through neighborhoods like North Beach and Haight-Ashbury for the hidden gems only locals know to look for. In about four hours you'll get your bearings, cover the highlights, and leave with insider tips for the rest of your stay.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 9:00 AM and 2:00 PM
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 15
- Adult (ages 5+)
- $109
In demand: 28 of the next 56 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 14.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Pier 39
Pick up & Drop off
Telegraph Hill
Pass through to Coit Tower
Little Italy
Learn about Little Italy
North Beach
Drive through the second oldest neighborhood in SF
Washington Square
Heart of Little Italy
City Lights Booksellers
Famous bookstore
Palace of Fine Arts Theatre
Great picture stop with amazing backdrop
Haight-Ashbury
Learn about the summer of love and all of the artists that lived in this famous neighborhood
Painted Ladies
Most people know them as the Full House houses! This is one of the only tours that can take you there!
Lombard Street
The famous crooked street
Marina District
Beautiful neighborhood
Fisherman's Wharf
Next to Pier 39
Chinatown
The San Francisco Chinatown is the largest, and certainly the oldest, Chinese enclave in America
Golden Gate Bridge
Great picture stop
Lands End
Presidio of San Francisco
Old army fort
Amoeba Music
Learn about the summer of love
Fort Point National Historic Site
Transamerica Pyramid
Famous pyramid shaped building
Crissy Field
Old army runway now beautiful field and beaches
Alamo Square
Home of the painted ladies
Legion of Honor
in Lincoln park
The Castro
Learn about Harvey Milk and The Castro
Columbus Avenue
Through the heart of Little Italy
Haight Street
Haight & Ashbury
Hayes Valley
Little Boutique shops and park
Golden Gate Park
We take you through the park and learn about this amazing park
Cliff House
Views from sutro baths
Sutro Baths
Nice picture stop
Sentinel Building
Learn about this beautiful building
Golden Gate Park Windmills & Tulips
Windmills!
Transamerica Redwood Park
Hidden gem
Dragon's Gate
Entrance to china town
The Jimi Hendrix House
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What's included
Included
Private transportation
Bottled water
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Snacks
Driver/Local Guide
Not included
You must provide your own child seat and reserve a spot for the child
Gratuities
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
1 reviews
How it compares in San Francisco
- Starting price $109 is 27% below the typical $150 for tours of similar length in San Francisco
Excurgo comparison of 962 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does San Francisco First Timer Tour Highlights and Hidden Gems take?
San Francisco First Timer Tour Highlights and Hidden Gems lasts about 4 hours. The itinerary has 34 stops.
How much does San Francisco First Timer Tour Highlights and Hidden Gems cost?
Prices start at $109 per person for this San Francisco experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does San Francisco First Timer Tour Highlights and Hidden Gems run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:00 AM and 2:00 PM.
Does San Francisco First Timer Tour Highlights and Hidden Gems sell out?
It can: 28 of the next 56 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel San Francisco First Timer Tour Highlights and Hidden Gems for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Please arrive at least 15 minutes before your tour time. The tour departs promptly at the scheduled time. If you arrive early, you’ll find restrooms and a coffee shop on-site. Just outside the entrance, there are fire pits where you can relax while you wait. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is San Francisco First Timer Tour Highlights and Hidden Gems offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 10 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is San Francisco First Timer Tour Highlights and Hidden Gems worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 1 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by San Francisco Tour Co..
Reviews(1)
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