Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour (Return by Bus or Ferry)
Overview
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Take time out from San Francisco on a half-day trip to Muir Woods National Park and Sausalito.
This enthralling half-day trip takes you across the Golden Gate Bridge to the Bay Area's most popular National Park Monument to experience the magnificent views of the Giant redwoods during a 90' stop.
Visit the beautiful coastal town of Sausalito, a gorgeous Mediterranean-style village with quaint shops and waterfront restaurants. If you choose the option, take the ferry back to San Francisco!
Additional Info
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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Union Square
The tour departs at 07:40 AM, 10:40 AM, or 01:40 PM (depending on the selected option) from Union Square or Fisherman’s Wharf (depending on your departure time). For the bike tour, you will start from Bay City Bike Store at 2661 Taylor St, San Francisco, CA 94133, where you'll receive your bike and begin your journey towards the bridge. Departing the heart of Union square, the coach makes its way to the Golden Gate Bridge. On your way to the Golden Gate Bridge, travelers will see: Union Square: Theatres, shopping, hotels.
Van Ness Avenue
Famous for being used as a firebreak by the US Army during the 1906 earthquake and fire.
What‘s Included
Admission to Muir Woods (a $15 value) unless the option without park entry is selected
Return Ferry to San Francisco from Sausalito (If option chosen)
60' Stop in Sausalito
90' stop guaranteed in Muir Woods (maximum time allowed by National Parks)
2/3hs Guided bike tour from San Francisco to Sausalito (If Bike Tour option chosen)
Transport by air-conditioned luxury coach with Certified professional Driver-Tour Guide
Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Options
San Francisco Adventure Bike
Duration: 8 hours 10AM Bike Tour + Return Ferry: San Francisco Adventure Bike: Ride Across the Golden Gate Bridge & Explore Muir Woods and Sausalito With Ferry Return
7:40AM MW Tour+Return by Bus
7:40AM MW Tour (Return by Bus): Muir Woods, Giant Redwoods and Sausalito Half-Day Trip. Return to San Francisco by Bus.
10:40AM MW Tour + Return Ferry
Muir Woods, Giant Redwoods and Sausalito Half-Day Trip + Return by Ferry to San Francisco from Sausalito Return Ferry
10:40AM MW Tour+Return by Bus
Return By Bus 10:40AM MW Tour-Return By Bus: Muir Woods, Giant Redwoods and Sausalito Half-Day Trip. Return to San Francisco by Bus.
10:40AM MW without fee
Muir Woods entry not included: Muir Woods, Giant Redwoods and Sausalito Half-Day Trip. Return to San Francisco by Bus.
1:40PM MW Tour + Return by Bus
Return by Bus 1:40PM MW Tour (Return by Bus): Muir Woods, Giant Redwoods and Sausalito Half-Day Trip. Return by Bus to San Francisco
7:40AM MW Tour + Return Ferry
Return Ferry 7:40 AM MW Tour + Return Ferry: Muir Woods, Giant Redwoods and Sausalito Half-Day Trip - This option includes Sausalito to San Francisco ferry ticket
7:40AM MW without fee
Muir Woods entry not included: Muir Woods, Giant Redwoods and Sausalito Half-Day Trip. Return to San Francisco by Bus.
Reviews
5,146 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Excellent!
nancysO5244UQ,May 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Smooth trip led by Don, our excellent tour guide: an experienced, careful driver and an informative, entertaining host!
horrendous end to what was an otherwise normal trip
srinidhi s,May 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00I was not given an official ticket after rescheduling a trip with Viator and the numbers given on the call didn’t add up to what I was actually charged, and therefore leaving this review on an older trip, where I’m allowed to ‘write a review’. I took the trip with my parents from SF to Muir Woods and Sausalito at 1 PM from Pier 33 on May 9, 2026. We were about 12 people in the van. The driver claimed he was german and had been in the US for 30 years. Over the rear view mirror, he put up what seemed like a laminated note stating that in the US hospitality industry, paying a 20% tip was customary. As someone that’s based in the US, this isnt true and foreigners may very well feel forced to comply since it comes across as a legal requirement. The trip began, our driver was jovial and things were totally normal until he prepared to park the van at Sausalito when he explicitly began announcing about how customers typically don’t have cash on them to tip him and he would totally hate for that to be any of us, so he parked by the Bank of America ATM so we would all make sure to withdraw cash in the 1 hour that we’d spend in Sausalito to tip him. As someone that came well prepared with cash to pay a tip, I thought his demand was inappropriate and it felt kind of like a shake-down. When we left Sausalito, most people took the ferry and didn’t even care to return to the van probably because they didn’t want to have to bother with his demands. It was 5 of us in the end. When we got down, he pulled up over the curb. As my parents and I got off, he quickly got down to the sidewalk, came up to me and asked who was handling the tip. I said I was. He stood less than a foot away, looking down at me demanding a 20% tip as was stated in the van and made racist comments against us. I refused and began explaining that I disagree with his laminated note. He began raising his voice when another white bystander stopped by on the sidewalk to defend my parents and I; and confirmed that tipping was voluntary and apologized to my parents for having to listen to racist comments. I wonder how such drivers/members are part of the Viator team cause this was a horrendous experience to what was an otherwise normal trip. I strongly advise against choosing to plan trips with this company.
Awesome tour guy !!...
JuanMiguel A,May 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Awesome tour guy !! Knowledgeable, friendly and good driver. Both Muir Woods and Sausalito are “musts” in a visit to San Francisco
Muir Woods/Sausalito
Viola R,May 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The overall trip was great. A must see if coming to San Francisco. Our driver/tour guide was wonderful.
Unexpected logistics challenges but Muir Woods is stunning
Amy P,May 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00We were picked up at one of the designated locations, but then had to make our way back to our car on our own (2 miles away—which is not insignificant after the hike in the woods with two 12-year-olds). I presumed a pick-up point is also a drop-off. Not so, in this case. I recommend making that more obvious in the description. That was an unforeseen—and ultimately more expensive—challenge than necessary. The driver was engaging and made his script more interesting than just reciting a well-worn narrative. He did a good job. I have enjoyed other Viator excursions I’ve done in the past, so will give it another shot, but this was disappointing logistically. That said, Muir Woods and Sausalito are worth any time you can spend.
Amazing and awe-inspiring!
BrianH915,May 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What an awe-inspiring visit! The tour was well done. Our guide, George, was informative and very clear about directions, expectations, and the options available for the tour stops. Muir Woods was incredible, with enough time to take the longer trail and still have time for gift shopping. The trip to Sausalito gave us some city background and time to explore. We highly recommend!
Fun and easy to navigate tour
Nancy V,Apr 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our driver was fun and knowledgeable in sharing information pertinent to the tour. We especially appreciated his genuine interest in, and enthusiasm for preserving both the history of the area and in the fate of the trees. He was very clear on when things needed to happen.
Excellent experience!
Morgan F,Apr 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The tour guide (George) was phenomenal - knowledgable and invested in the positive experiences of all of the participants.
Organized and on time!...
Abi S,Apr 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Organized and on time! Had plenty of time at each stop. The guide was knowledgeable pointing out different animals and plants to look out for.
Good trip
167mitalim,Apr 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Good experience at Muir woods. I wish we had some more time at Muir woods. Sausalito tour could have been better.
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