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A double-decker bus with 'BIG BUS SAN FRANCISCO' written on it. 1
A man taking a photo of a pagoda with a green traffic light in the background. 3
A city skyline with a prominent tower and a bridge in the background. 4
A busy street with pedestrians, cars, and traditional Chinese architecture. 5
By Big Bus Tours

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
Free cancellation available
The previous price was AU$80 and current price is AU$71 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 1d+
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

    • Unlimited Hop-on Hop-off access for the duration of ticket
    • Frequent, convenient service with buses every 20 minutes
    • Recorded commentary available in 8 languages
    • Freedom to explore Fisherman’s Wharf at your own pace
    • Enjoy panoramic views on abord an open-top bus

Activity location

  • Stop 1 - Big Bus Visitor Center
    • 99 Jefferson Street
    • 94133, San Francisco, California, United States of America

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Stop 1 - 6.30pm Night Tour Pick up
    • 99 Jefferson Street
    • 94133, San Francisco, California, United States of America

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

Check availability

24-Hour Hop-on, Hop-off Ticket

  • Activity duration is 1 day1d
    1d
  • English
Price details
AU$93.45
AU$84.11 x 1 AdultAU$84.11
Total
The previous price was AU$93.45 and current price is AU$84.11
10% off

48-hour Ticket with Sunset Tour & Guided Walking Tour

  • Activity duration is 2 days2d
    2d
  • English
Price details
AU$106.19
AU$95.57 x 1 AdultAU$95.57
Total
The previous price was AU$106.19 and current price is AU$95.57
10% off

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Hop-on hop-off bus tour of San Francisco
  • What's includedWhat's included
    1-hour Panoramic Sunset Tour (if option selected)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    1-hour San Francisco Bay Cruise (if option selected)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    1-hour Digital Chinatown Walking Tour (if option selected)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Digital commentary in multiple languages
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Bike rental offer: rent 1 hour and receive 1 additional hour free
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Two routes: Red and Yellow (depending on selected ticket option)

Know before you book

  • Children under 3 years old are complimentary
  • This activity is wheelchair accessible.
  • Audio Guide in 8 Languages English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Korean and Chinese Mandarin.
  • Tour operates rain or shine, so please dress accordingly.
  • Tours may be taken on separate days.

What you can expect

Explore San Francisco your way with a choice of 24-hour, 48-hour or 72-hour Hop-On Hop-Off Big Bus tickets. Travel around the city on open-top buses and hop on and off at convenient stops near top attractions including Fisherman’s Wharf, Pier 39, Chinatown, Little Italy, Union Square, the Painted Ladies, Lombard Street, the Marina District, and the Golden Gate Bridge.

The full sightseeing loop takes approximately two hours, making it a great way to get an introduction to the city before hopping off to explore your favourite neighbourhoods and landmarks in more detail.

Depending on the ticket option selected, you can also enjoy additional experiences such as the Panoramic Sunset Tour and a self-guided bike tour.

Choose the 72-hour ticket for the most complete experience, which also includes a Golden Gate Bay Cruise. Take in San Francisco from the water as you cruise beneath the Golden Gate Bridge, around Alcatraz Island, and along the city’s famous waterfront.

Location

Activity location

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    Stop 1 - Big Bus Visitor Center
    • 99 Jefferson Street
    • 94133, San Francisco, California, United States of America

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Stop 1 - 6.30pm Night Tour Pick up
    • 99 Jefferson Street
    • 94133, San Francisco, California, United States of America
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    Yellow Route Stop 1 - Union Square South (at Corner of Powell Street)
    • 280 Geary Street
    • 94108, San Francisco, California, United States of America
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    Yellow Route Stop 2 - Painted Ladies (at the Corner of Pierce Street)
    • 944 Fell Street
    • 94117, San Francisco, California, United States of America
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    Yellow Route Stop 3 - Haight Ashbury(at Corner of Shrader Street)
    • 1816 Haight Street
    • 94117, San Francisco, California, United States of America
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    Yellow Route Stop 4 - Golden Gate Park
    • San Francisco County
    • 94122, San Francisco, California, United States of America
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    Yellow Route Stop 5 - Chinatown Gate (at Corner of Bush Street)
    • 342 Grant Avenue
    • 94108, San Francisco, California, United States of America
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    Red Route Stop 5 - Ferry Building (Between Steuart & Spear Streets)
    • 1 Market Street
    • 94105, San Francisco, California, United States of America
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    Red Route Stop 15 - Lombard Street
    • 1599 Lombard Street
    • 94123, San Francisco, California, United States of America
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    Red Route Stop 1 - Big Bus Tours Visitors' Center
    • 99 Jefferson Street
    • 94133, San Francisco, California, United States of America
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    Red Route Stop 17 - Pier 39
    • The Embarcadero
    • 94133, San Francisco, California, United States of America
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    Red Route Stop 14 - Marina / Cow Hollow
    • 2101 Lombard Street
    • 94123, San Francisco, California, United States of America
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    Red Route Stop 10 - Marina/Cow Hollow
    • 1530 Lombard Street
    • 94123, San Francisco, California, United States of America
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    Red Route Stop 7 - Redemption Center / Hilton Hotel
    • 200 Mason Street
    • 94102, San Francisco, California, United States of America
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    Red Route Stop 13 - Palace of Fine Arts
    • 211 Richardson Avenue
    • 94123, San Francisco, California, United States of America
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    Red Route Stop 8 - Civic Center
    • 350 McAllister Street
    • 94102, San Francisco, California, United States of America
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    Red Route Stop 16 - Pier 35 / Cruise Terminal
    • 1454 The Embarcadero
    • 94133, San Francisco, California, United States of America
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    Red Route Stop 6 - Union Square Visitor Center Stop #7
    • 333 O'Farrell Street
    • 94102, San Francisco, California, United States of America
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    Red Route Stop 11 - South Vista Point / Golden Gate Bridge
    • Vista Court
    • 94129, San Francisco, California, United States of America
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    Red Route Stop 3 - North Beach / Chinatown (bus stop on NW corner of Union & Columbus)
    • 621 Columbus Avenue
    • 94133, San Francisco, California, United States of America
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    Red Route Stop 9 - Nob Hill (in front of Holiday Inn Golden Gateway)
    • 1500 Van Ness Avenue
    • 94109, San Francisco, California, United States of America