Painted Ladies San Francisco City Tour
Overview
Available languages
2 hours
Mobile ticket
Come jump on a city tour with us to cruise through some of the 15 top city highlights including Union Square, Chinatown, North Beach, Hayes Valley, Golden Gate Park, the Haight/Ashbury, Western Addition, Civic Center and The Marina. Also, you get 3 stops for photo ops at landmarks such as The Golden Gate Bridge, Painted Ladies and Palace Of Fine Arts (shhhh ...on occasion you might see us driving down that crooked Lombard Street if traffic permits). Fun fun fun!
Bonus is you will be transported in one of our vintage VW buses while rocking out to classic hit songs of the 60's-70's (Pearl, Poppy, Skye and Rosie).
Please arrive at the pick up location 10 min prior so we can depart on time as we have lots to cover in the city. Thank you!
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
Minimum number of 3 people applies. There is a possibility of cancellation or rebooking to another time after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
Portable wheelchair ok
Booster seats are available on request if advised at time of booking
Recommended tip amount :$15-$20 per passenger. (Did you know that tips make up a large amount of our tour guide income in the US?)
Note that each vehicle seats up to 7 people total. We can still accommodate larger groups seated in separate vehicles.
Everyone in your group needs to complete our digital waiver.
Anyone showing symptoms of COVID 19, including fever, cough or shortness of breath won’t be able to participate.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Haight-Ashbury
Drive by
Union Square
Drive by
What‘s Included
Bottled water
Access to local vintage points where large buses are banned from
Snacks
Small group tour
Professional Tour Guide
Gratuities
Options
Private Option: 427 Post St
Private Tour: Private for up to 6 people. Please meet at our Union Square pickup location at 427 Post St.
Starting point:
427 Post St, San Francisco, CA 94102, USA
1300 Columbus Ave
Starting point:
1300 Columbus Ave, San Francisco, CA 94133, USA
427 Post St
Pick-up @ 427 Post St: Shared small-group tour. Please meet at our Union Square pickup location of 427 Post Street.
Starting point:
427 Post St, San Francisco, CA 94102, USA
Reviews
2,151 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Painted ladies San Fran
Jay J,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was a great experience! Our tour guide Jim was phenomenal. He was very knowledgeable and fun! Took us to see to some of the most iconic spots! Overall it was great.
Happy Daisy drive
bridgetrJ2431PU,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Such a fun tour! Jim was engaging, funny and informative. So cool to ride in “Daisy” vintage VW bus. Saw so many SF highlights in 2 hours.
Fantastic tour!
K3G64,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A great way the see the city. Jim our guide was full of fun facts that only a true local would know. He was entertaining and great fun
TX girl solo tour
Michele S,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Enjoy the views Beautiful San Francisco Wear comfy clothes and shoes Take lots of pictures Enjoy the ride
Great tour
muisicman,Apr 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A first class tour very informative with a very knowledgeable tour guide I rate Jack Herr 5 out of 5
Great tour
Stormykat12,Apr 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jack did a great job showing us the town with great history, a few jokes and his lived experiences in San Francisco. He did all of this while driving a stick shift on the San Francisco steep roads, impressive. Really enjoyed all the different neighborhoods and their history.
Great time!
hallies777,Apr 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jim was amazing! He made the trip very fun and was a knowledgeable guide!
Great fun, totally recommend
Tony A,Apr 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jim our guide was amazing. 2 hrs of the most interesting incites into San Francisco. We travelled round the city picking up the most interesting facts and anecdotes. Loved every minute.
A Hippies Ride
bridgetg994,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jim was full of stories with many nuggets of interesting facts. Loved the tour. First time in San Francisco… all the way from South Africa.
A fab tour!
kerethh2026,Apr 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Such a great tour! Really good value for money. Jim was so knowledgeable and passionate about SAN Francisco!
From US$82.00
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