Upcoming San Francisco Bay Area Events
Museums:
- Kehinde Wiley - Until Oct. 15th
- Ansel Adams in Our Time - Until July 23rd
The Tudors: Art and Majesty in Renaissance England - Until Sept. 24th
- Second Sundays For Families - Second Sunday of every month
- Summer Smash - August 11th
- Hell: Arts of Asian Underworlds - Until Sept. 18th
- Into View: Bernice Bing
Conferences & Conventions:
Outsidelands - Aug.11th-13th
American Chemical Society Fall National Meeting - Aug.13th-17th
Google Cloud Next '23 - Aug. 29th-31st
Saleforce: Dreamforce 2023 - Sept. 12th-14th
Techcrunch Disrupt 2023 - Sept. 19th - 21st
Workday Rising- Sept. 27th-29th
Hardly Strictly Bluegrass- Sept. 29th - Oct. 1st
Giants VS Dodgers- Sept. 29th - Oct. 1st
Californias Nurses Association - '23 - Oct. 4th - 8th
American Society of Anesthesiologists - Oct. 14th - 18th
Cardiovascular Research Foundation TCT Conference - Oct. 23rd - 27th
American Academy of Ophthalmology - Nov. 4th - 7th
San Francisco and Beyond the Bay Area Tours
Sit, Relax, and let somebody else do the driving...See below for tour options and prices. Contact the front desk to make a reservation.
San Francisco City Tour
San Francisco is a city of spectacular views, a variety of cultures and quaint neighborhoods.
Highlights:
- Land’s End, Sutro Baths & the Pacific Ocean
- Golden Gate Bridge & Golden Gate Park
- Chinatown
- Fisherman's Wharf
- Victorian homes
- North Beach
- Presidio National Park
Adults: $73 / Children: $63
Alcatraz Tour
Alcatraz tours are very popular and sell-out days in advance during the summer. We recommend that you book in advance and direct. This will insure that you get the day and time you want, plus you can print your ticket at home and avoid lines.
A nice option is to take the San Francisco or Muir Woods Tour in the morning (ends by 1:00 PM) and the Alcatraz tour in the afternoon or evening. The tour bus can drop you off at Fisherman's Wharf and you can walk to Pier 33 to catch the ferry to Alcatraz.
The Alcatraz tour takes 2- hours. An easy option is to take BART back to the hotel. BART: Embarcadero (12 minute walk or take the F trolley) to Millbrae (walk 75 yards south to hotel).
Chinatown Food & History Walking Tour
A walking tour of Chinatown led by a professional guide. Take in the sights and smells of the real Chinatown, and see how San Francisco's Chinese Americans live during this culinary and gourmet food tour.
Highlights:
- Explore the local streets on a walking tour of the city
- Informative, friendly and professional guide
- Great overview and orientation of the city
- Perfect introduction for first-time visitors
- Perfect for all ages and skill level
Tours start at 10 am
Adults: $89 / Children: $79
Little Italy-North Beach Food & History Walking Tour
Soak up the lively atmosphere of one of the city’s most popular districts as you learn about its cafes and bakeries and see landmarks like Saints Peter and Paul Church.
Highlights:
- Explore North Beach/Little Italy's Foods & History Culinary history of San Francisco
- Taste samples of fresh food at local bakeries and delis
- Enjoy coffee drinks, teas, Italian sodas and more, while experiencing San Francisco’s coffee culture
- Explore the Beat Generation Hangouts
- Close to Public Transportation & Affordable Parking
Tours are daily
Adults: $78.60 / Children: $49
Mission District Food & History Walking Tour
Dive into the history and culture of one of the most iconic neighborhoods in San Francisco on a guided walking tour of the Mission District. Sample local cuisine and sip coffee as you learn about the history of this area.
Highlights:
- Explore Mission District through its stories and foods
- Immerse yourself in the history of San Francisco's most iconic neighborhood
- Follow your guide through some of the district's best-known locations
- See the only fire hydrant to survive the 1906 earthquake
- Marvel at vibrant street art that often tells a heartbreaking story
- Taste traditional foods like tamales, tortillas, and tacos
Tours are Thursday through Saturday
Adults: $93 / Children: $60
San Francisco City Tour & Bay Cruise
The Grand City Tour is approximately 4-hour guided tour of San Francisco. At each stop, you’ll have the chance to get off the bus and see the Super Sights. You'll embark on a Bay Cruise in the afternoon that will take you under the Golden Gate Bridge, up close to the Bay Bridge, as well as around the infamous Alcatraz Island
Highlights:
- 60 minutes Bay Cruise (PM) with views of Alcatraz
- Land’s End, Sutro Baths & the Pacific Ocean
- Golden Gate Bridge & Golden Gate Park
- Chinatown
- Fisherman's Wharf
- Victorian homes
- North Beach
- Presidio National Park
Adults: $95 / Children: $70
Monterey & Carmel Tour
Drive down one of the most scenic roads in California on this full-day tour from San Francisco. Cruise along the coast-hugging Highway 1, passing the mansions of Pebble Beach on the iconic 17-Mile Drive. Enjoy free time to explore Monterey, where you can stroll down Steinbeck’s Cannery Row or visit the famous Monterey Bay Aquarium. Browse the boutiques of Carmel-by-the-Sea, stop at pebble beach golf course, and get a glimpse of Silicon Valley’s tech campuses on the return drive to San Francisco.
Highlights:
- Full-day trip from San Francisco to Monterey and Carmel
- Stop at Carmel by the Sea, Monterey, and Pebble Beach Golf Course
- San Francisco pickup and drop-off included
Adults: $120 / Children: $90
- Option to include a visit to the Monterey Bay Aquarium:
- Adults: $59.95 / Children: $44.95
Napa and Sonoma Wine Country Full-Day Tour from San Francisco
Escape to California’s famous wine country on this full-day tour from San Francisco.
Highlights:
- Full-day trip from San Francisco to Sonoma and Napa Valley wineries
- Visit popular wineries with all tastings and guided tours included
- Drive over the Golden Gate Bridge for views of the Bay Area
- Admire the rolling hills and vineyards that make up America’s premier wine region
- Enjoy free time for lunch in Sonoma Square Plaza or Yountville
- Learn about the history of winemaking from your expert guide
Adults: $160 / Children: $85
Muir Woods & Sausalito Tour
Wander through an ancient coastal redwood forest and explore the artistic bayside enclave of Sausalito on this half-day tour from San Francisco. At the end of your tour choose between getting dropped off at either of the two departure points or taking the Sausalito ferry back to San Francisco (Pier 41).
Highlights
- Half-day tour of Muir Woods and Sausalito from San Francisco
- Explore the giant redwood sequoia trees at Muir Woods
- Shop and browse in Sausalito, California's prettiest town
- Drive across the Golden Gate Bridge
Return by Bus: Adults: $96 / Children: $75
Return by Ferry: Adults: $115 / Children: $86
Yosemite National Park - Full Day Tour from San Francisco
Visit Yosemite National Park on this day trip from San Francisco. Follow your guide bus tour of the area and discover the park's charms on your own during your visit.
Highlights:
- Day trip to Yosemite National Park from San Francisco
- Admire the views on a scenic drive through the Great Central Valley of California
- Explore the park independently and enjoy a guided bus tour
- Driver-guide and commentary in English
Adults: $199 / Children: $146
San Francisco Grand City Tour
Take a San Francisco half-day tour. With a driver-guide, travel the city by bus, stopping at major attractions like the Golden Gate Bridge and Twin Peaks, and neighborhoods like North Beach and Chinatown. Plus, you can upgrade to include a San Francisco Bay cruise, a half-day bike rental, or admission to Aquarium of the Bay.
Highlights:
- Tour all the city highlights, including Golden Gate Bridge, Chinatown, and Fisherman's Wharf
- Photo stops at Vista Point, Twin Peaks (weather permitting), and Golden Gate Park
- Optional upgrades for a cruise, bike rental or aquarium admission
Adults: $65 / Children: $45
San Francisco Major Attractions
- Aquarium of the Bay - 415.623.5300
- California Academy of Sciences - 415.379.8000
- City Hall - Civic Center - 415.554.4000
- Coit Tower - 415.249.0995
- Exploratorium - 415.528.4444
- Fisherman's Wharf / Pier 39
- Ghiradelli Square - 415.775.5500
- Pier 39 - 415.705.5500
- Golden Gate Bridge - 415.921.5858
- Golden Gate Park - 415.831.2700
- Japanese Tea Garden - 415.752.1171
- Mission Dolores - 415.621.8203
- Twin Peaks - 415.831.6331
- San Francisco Zoo - 415.753.7080
- Noe Valley
- Mission/Valencia Street
Convention / Event Venues
- Moscone Convention Center - 415.974.4000
- Bill Graham Civic Auditorium - 415.624.8900
- Fillmore Auditorium - 415.346.6000
- ACT Theatre - 415.749.2228
- Golden Gate Theatre - 888.746.1799
- Orpheum Theatre - 888.746.1799
- Club Fugazi - (415) 273-0600
Museums
- Asian Art - 415.581.3500
- Cable Car - 415.474.1887
- De Young - 415.750.3600
- Legion of Honor - 415.750.3600
- SF MOMA - 415.357.4000
- San Francisco Maritime - 415.561.7100
- National Liberty Ship Memorial - 415.544.0100
- The Walt Disney Museum - 415.345.6800
- California Academy of Sciences - (415) 379-8000
- The Contemporary Jewish Museum - (415) 655-7800
- Pier 24 Photography - 415.512.7424
- Bay Area Discovery Museum - (415) 339-3900
- Museum of Performance & Design - (415) 741-3531
- GLBT Historical Society - (415) 777-5455
- SF Camerawork - (415) 487-1011
- California College of the Arts (CCA) Wattis Institute - (510) 594-3600
- Exploratorium - 415.528.4444
- Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco - 888.901.6645
- Museum of the African Diaspora - (415) 358-7200
- Cartoon Art Museum - (415) 227-8666
- Children's Creativity Museum - (415) 820-3320
- Randall Museum - (415) 554-9600
- California Historical Society - (415) 357-1848
- San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park - (415) 447-5000
- Wells Fargo Museum - (415) 396-2619
- The Beat Museum - (800) 537-6822
- USS Pampantino Museum and Memorial - (415) 775-1943
Sports
Universities
- San Francisco State University - 415.338.1111
- Stanford University - 650.723.2300
- UC Berkeley - 510-642-6000
- University of San Francisco - 415-422-5555
- Academy of Art - 415-274-2222
Beyond San Francisco
North
South
- Winchester Mystery House - 408.247.2101
- Los Gatos
- Santa Cruz
- Redwood Canopy Tours - 831.419.0153
- Monterey/Carmel
- Hearst Castle - 805.927.2020
- Zip-line Santa Cruz Mountains
- Filoli gardens
West
Tours
Boat Tours
- Blue and Gold Fleet - Pier 41 - 415.705.8200
- Hornblower Dining Cruises - Pier 3 - 415.788.8866
- Red White Fleet - Pier 43 1/2, San Francisco - 415.673.2900
- San Francisco Sailing Company - Pier 39, Dock C - 415.378.4887
Sightseeing
- San Francisco Tour
- Muir Woods & Sausalito
- Yosemite National Park- One and Two Day
- Tours - Hop on Hop off Tours- San Francisco
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