M
A winner tour!
Great tour of the city! Brian is so knowledgeable and knows so much about this great city! Highly recommend!
Skip The Bus: San Francisco By Luxury Van Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Price from
- $129 / person
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 917 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 10
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation
- 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.
- Confirmation
- Instant
Prices checked on Sep 11, 2026Things to do in San Francisco
Description
Avoid the crowds, confusion, and limitations of large buses and discover San Francisco by a luxury van. Trade the large tour bus for a guided luxury van and see more of San Francisco! Your guide takes you through more neighborhoods & photo stops, complete with views of Alcatraz, the Golden Gate Bridge, Twin Peaks and several other famous landmarks. Small Group Experience (no waiting on big groups)
Tour Options
Itinerary
Pick up & Drop off
Pass through to Coit Tower
Learn about Little Italy
Drive through the second oldest neighborhood in SF
Heart of Little Italy
Famous bookstore
Great picture stop with amazing backdrop
Learn about the summer of love and all of the artists that lived in this famous neighborhood
Most people know them as the Full House houses! This is one of the only tours that can take you there!
The famous crooked street
Beautiful neighborhood
Next to Pier 39
The San Francisco Chinatown is the largest, and certainly the oldest, Chinese enclave in America
Great picture stop
Great picture stop
Old army fort
Learn about the summer of love
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Great picture stop
Famous pyramid shaped building
Old army runway now beautiful field and beaches
Home of the painted ladies
in Lincoln park
Learn about Harvey Milk and The Castro
Through the heart of Little Italy
Haight & Ashbury
Little Boutique shops and park
Known for its sing along shows
Nice view at twin peaks
We take you through the park and learn about this amazing park
Views from sutro baths
Nice picture stop
Learn about this beautiful building
Windmills!
Hidden gem
Entrance to china town
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Highlights
Private transportation
Bottled water
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Local Driver and Guide with live commentary
Snacks
Golden Gate Bridge visit and Twin Peaks viewpoint visit
Photo stops at major attractions
What's included
Included
Private transportation
Bottled water
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Local Driver and Guide with live commentary
Snacks
Golden Gate Bridge visit and Twin Peaks viewpoint visit
Photo stops at major attractions
Not included
Gratuities
You must provide your own child seat and reserve a spot for the child
Traveller Ratings
5.0
917 reviews
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Frequently asked questions
How long does Skip The Bus: San Francisco By Luxury Van Tour take?
Skip The Bus: San Francisco By Luxury Van Tour lasts about 4 hours. The itinerary has 37 stops.
How much does Skip The Bus: San Francisco By Luxury Van Tour cost?
Prices start at $129 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.
Can I cancel Skip The Bus: San Francisco By Luxury Van Tour 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 Skip The Bus: San Francisco By Luxury Van Tour 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 Skip The Bus: San Francisco By Luxury Van Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 917 verified reviews; it is run by San Francisco Tour Co.. Most-mentioned highlights: Private transportation; Bottled water; All taxes, fees and handling charges.
Reviews(917)
O
Very best tour guide
Brian was very knowledgeable and he kept the information up-to-date and showed us in the van. He provided a lot of useful local highlights and even gave us a bunch of healthy snacks. We really enjoyed the tour! Thank you very much! Cynthia
S
Great way to see San Francisco
Brian was a very personable guide. The tour was simply way more than I bargained for.
D
Great knowledgeable guide
Brian is an amazing host who’s knowledgeable with an easy going personality that makes this tour well worth it
S
Our super tour of San Francisco!!!
Was the best tour ever. Brian’s knowledge, presentation, and spontaneity of tour was the best. Went where other tours did not. Learned and saw a lot.
L
No brainer!
He was absolutely wonderful, I still cant qrap my head around how much information he keeps in his head. Because the group is smaller you have a lot more time to ask questions. I felt like we went through every main neighborhood and block with all the food recs and fun facts for your entire trip and the next. Skip the bus, book it yesterday, and have the time of your life getting to know san francisco
C
Brian did an amazing job!...
Brian did an amazing job! It was a fun tour with a lot of great information. He took us to great places with beautiful views!
M
Kip the Bus Tour (San Francisco, California)
Brian was our tour guide and was very knowledgable, polite, kind. I highly recommend him any time. The difference places we were taken too were very beautiful and historical!
1
Wonderful! 5 Stars! Definitely recommend!
Highly recommend! We had a wonderful time on our bus tour with Brian. We didn't have long to spend in San Francisco, and this was the perfect way to spend the time we did have. This would be a great thing to do the first day you are in the city to see what area you want to spend more time in. It was very easy to book, and finding the meeting spot was a breeze. It was in a safe and comfortable area. Brian is SO knowledgeable, clearly loves the city, has a calm yet engaging voice, and is a highly experienced tour guide. The way he navigates the city streets is impressive! The van was super comfortable to ride around in, the snacks were generous & yummy, and the whole experience was just so lovely! Thanks, Brian!
J
Do it!!
Brian was great. Very informative and super cool. Seems like a cool guy to hang out with. His van was in top shape and the places we viewed I could have never found myself. I'm so glad I booked very fun time. The reviews are real!
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