San Francisco
San Francisco is a unique and breathtaking metropolis. From the famous icon of the Golden Gate Bridge to the exquisite art galleries at SFMOMA, the City takes pride in its unrivaled attractions, renowned museums, and its unique neighborhoods which are treasures of its own. Discover the variety of sites, shops, and restaurants that reflect the City's great ethnic and cultural diversity.
Activities
Aquarium of the Bay - Fisherman's Wharf
Meet 20,000 amazing marine animals as you walk through 300 feet of crystal clear tunnels. Touch sharks and rays. It's like skin diving without getting wet. Open daily except Dec. 25. Summer hours 9am-8pm. Most other times M-Th 10am-6pm, F-Su until 7pm. Admission $15.95 adults; $8 seniors (age 65+) and children (ages 3-11); $39.95 family (2 adults, 2 children). Children under 3 free. Prices and hours subject to change.
Pier 39 - Fisherman's Wharf
There is something for everyone at Pier 39, one of San Francisco's premier Bay attractions: a festival marketplace with more than 110 stores, 13 Bay view restaurants and a variety of fun-filled attractions for all ages, including the world-renowned sea lions, street performers and live daily entertainment.
Presidio of San Francisco
Formerly a military post, the Presidio is a national park and recreational paradise featuring spectacular vistas, meandering trails, and historic and architectural treasures. Come for a hike, a walking tour, a picnic, to view an exhibit or take a stroll back in time. Entrance to the park and most programs are free. The park is open daily, year-round.
Sips and Bites on the Bay by Foggy Bridge
An interactive wine tasting experience paired with savory tastes aboard Franklin D. Roosevelt's historical presidential yacht, the USS Potomac. Sailing the San Francisco Bay on Saturdays and Sundays.
Alcatraz Cruises - Fisherman's Wharf
The exclusive operator to Alcatraz Island, one of San Francisco's top visitor attraction, operated by the National Park Service. Cruises start at 9am and continue throughout the day. Ten to 14 daily departures depending on the time of year. Evening tours offered Th-M. All Alcatraz tours depart from Pier 33. Guaranteed lowest prices to Alcatraz Island. For complete tour information, including departure schedules and pricing, visit the Web site. Purchase and print tickets online - save time and avoid lines. Alcatraz Cruises - an Inescapable Experience.
Napa Valley Wine Train - Napa Valley
The Napa Valley Wine Train is one of Napa's most distinctive restaurants. Enjoy wine tours, wine tasting and great dining.
San Francisco Zoo
Northern California's largest zoological park features approximately 1,000 exotic and endangered wildlife. Visit Grizzy Gulch, home to two grizzly bears and stroll through the African Savanna habitat. Experience the wonders of the Children's Zoo and visit other favorites such as Gorilla Preserve, Penguin Island, Koala Crossing, Lemur Forest and the Australian WalkAbout. Ride the historical Dentzel Carousel and Little Puffer minature steam train.
Wax Museum - Fisherman's Wharf
Every day of the year visitors can come face to famous face with the most renowned personalities of history, fantasy and today's news! The Wax Museum offers heroes, stars, religious and world leaders and much more.
Sightseeing Tours
All San Francisco Tours - Fisherman's Wharf
Every sightseeing tour imaginable in and around San Francisco, visit Alcatraz, Golden Gate Bridge, Napa, Carmel and more, tours that are fun and informative and one of the best values in town. Advance reservations necessary.
Shuttle Tours of San Francisco - Financial District
One of San Francisco's most comprehensive tours. More tour stops. Smaller group tours. Maximum number in a group: 35 passengers. Includes free ferry cruise to Sausalito. One of the most fun tours in town. Free drinks included.
Extranomical Adventure - Wine Country
Finally, Redwood Sequoia trees & Wine Country together in a one-day tour. Join us on a one-day getaway that will give you a taste of wine as well as nature. Travel in small groups and visit places that larger vehicles can't. Get the most out of our Yosemite one-day excursion visiting a Giant Sequoia Grove as well as the Yosemite Valley spending much longer in the park than traditional tours. Extranomical Adventures - comfortable, easygoing journeys, in a friendly atmosphere.
Ride the Ducks - Fisherman's Wharf
Laugh and learn by land and sea. Ride through the neighborhoods. Splash into the bay and cruise McCovey Cove. Drive the Duck if you want. Group rates available. Minimum number in a group 20.
Golden Gate Tours & Convention Services of S.F.
Experienced tour guides narrate city, Muir Woods/Sausalito, wine country and Monterey/Carmel tours. Pickup at hotels and motels. Reservations required. Senior citizen rates available. PUC 173 SB.
Artisan Wine Tours LLC - Wine Country
Tailored Napa and Sonoma luxury wine and culinary adventures. Private excursions for discerning travelers who set themselves apart from the crowd. Group rates available. Minimum number in a group two. Advance reservations required.
California Wine Tours and Transportation
Specializes in private and group wine country transportation, utilizing a fleet of new stretch limousines, sedans, vans, buses and motorcoaches; offering an eight-hour ferry/stretch limousine wine country excursion for $89 per person or a five-hour wine country limousine tour for just $69 per person.