Big Bus San Francisco: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour
Overview
Available languages
24 hours
Mobile ticket
Explore the best of San Francisco on board a Big Bus Tour. We offer the most comprehensive tour with over 16 hop-on hop-off locations spanning from Fisherman’s Wharf to the Golden Gate Bridge. No need to switch buses – our one full city loop will take you to famous neighborhoods and attractions including Pier 39, Chinatown, Little Italy, Painted Ladies Victorian Homes, Haight-Ashbury Neighborhood, Golden Gate Park, Lombard Crooked Street, Union Square Shopping District and an unforgettable journey across the Golden Gate Bridge. With 16 stops, hop-on and hop-off at your leisure and experience San Francisco’s diverse culture, eclectic food, beautiful parks, stunning architecture, world-class shopping and picturesque views.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Wheelchair accessible, please call ahead for arrangements
Show your paper or mobile voucher to a member of the Big Bus staff at any of the stops along your route to redeem.
Download the free Big Bus App for live bus tracking, bus stop locations, and more
Hop-on Hop-off tour ticket is valid for use during operating hours for 24 or 48 hours after first use.
Chinatown Walking Tour departs at 1PM daily from Stop #2 North Beach/Chinatown
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Open-top double decker bus
Half-Day Wine Tour with Tastings (if option selected)
Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour, 24 or 48-hour ticket
Buy 1 hour bike rental get 1 hour free from any Blazing Saddles shop
1-hour Guided Chinatown Walking Tour (if option selected)
1-hour Panoramic Sunset Tour (if option selected)
Digital audio commentary with souvenir earbuds provided
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Options
48hr, Chinatown, & Sunset Tour
48-hour Hop-on Hop-off Tour: Hop on and off at 16 convenient stops around San Francisco and enjoy digital audio commentary while aboard.
Chinatown Walking Tour: 1-hour guided tour of historic Chinatown
1-Hour Panoramic Sunset Tour
Duration: 2 days
Bike Rental: Purchase 1 hour bike rental and get 1 hour free at any Blazing Saddles shop
24-Hour Ticket
24-hour Hop-on Hop-off Tour: Hop on and off at 16 convenient stops around San Francisco and enjoy digital audio commentary while aboard.
Duration: 1 day: Unlimited use valid for 24 hours from first scan
Digital Audio Commentary
24hr Ticket & Chinatown Tour
Duration: 1 day
24-hour Hop-on Hop-off Tour: Hop on and off at 16 convenient stops around San Francisco and enjoy digital audio commentary while aboard.
Chinatown Walking Tour: 1-Hour walking tour of historic Chinatown with a live guide
Reviews
4,231 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
San Francisco Hop on Hop off Bus
julia B,
Apr 27, 2025
- Viator
5.00Would recommend this as a great way to see San Francisco and decide where to stop, eat and get oriented. Sit at the top even if it feels too windy going over the Golden Gate Bridge it was fantastic. The last bus was a great way to see the city at night. Driver was very helpful!
Great ride! Covered all...
Rajan K,
Apr 23, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great ride! Covered all the places and the commentary was very enjoyable. This is perfect for the “first” exploration of the city. Good value for money.
Worst hop on hop off tour ever!!!
Louise I,
Apr 22, 2025
- Viator
1.00WORST hop on hop off tour. My friend and I love these and feel totally disappointed. Rude staff told to download app for all locations of stops and times etc. the information is all wrong and when mentioned we got shrug of shoulders. We ended up walking and getting Ubers and to be honest we should have done in the first place and saved us the expense of the tour Would not recommend it was the worst one I’ve been on!!!
Great adventure
Rhonda P,
Apr 18, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great Route. Easy pick up and drop off. The people at the Big Bus main station are really helpful. This ride allows you to see and experience San Francisco.
Had some problems with...
George P,
Apr 16, 2025
- Viator
5.00Had some problems with the initial pick up place. Had to use Google maps. Once I found the pickup it was OK. Some stops Had no indication they were stops
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