San Francisco Movie Sights City Tour
Overview
Available languages
3 hours
Mobile ticket
Experience the cinematic side to San Francisco on an interactive, family-friendly tour that includes clips from more than 55 movies and TV shows filmed in the picturesque city. Revisit scenes from 'Mrs. Doubtfire,' 'Dirty Harry,' 'Vertigo,' 'Bullitt,' 'The Princess Diaries,' 'Full House,' and 'Star Trek IV,' among others. Learn from an actor-turned-guide who shares knowledge of San Francisco's filming history.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Infant rates apply provided they do not occupy a seat (if there are seats available once the tour starts, then the infant may certainly occupy an empty seat)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Pickup and drop-off from a designated meeting point
Driver/guide
Live commentary on board
Gratuities
Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting points
End points
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Union Square
This one-block plaza and surrounding area is one of the largest collections of department stores, upscale boutiques, gift shops, art galleries, and beauty salons in the United States, making Union Square a major tourist destination and a vital, cosmopolitan gathering place in downtown San Francisco.
Palace of Fine Arts Theatre
The Palace of Fine Arts, built in the Beaux-Arts architectural style for the 1915 World's Fair, has been seen in films such as Vertigo (1958), Time After Time (1979), The Room (2003), and Twisted (2004). It also served as the backdrop for set pieces in So I Married An Axe Murderer (1993) and The Rock (1996).
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Reviews
1,145 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Very informative. Bryan...
Kelly F,
Aug 22, 2025
- Viator
4.00Very informative. Bryan was very knowledgeable about the scenes of movies in SF. I enjoyed the many different scenes along with the movie clips in the van. Overall I would recommend this firm and the warm and inviting nature of the tour guide (Bryan). The only suggestion I have is more time or stops to take some pics.
Movie Tour with Bryan is a Must See in San Francisco
Angela S,
Aug 22, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great tour with Bryan! Super engaged and very knowledgeable about all the movie set locations! He included facts and little known details about the movies! Even accommodates request when travel time permits! My mom and I were super impressed with his in depth knowledge of movies and San Francisco landmarks that were used in movies. He even updates the tour to include newer titles which is greatly appreciated. Amazing interaction with the tour group. If you can request Bryan I highly recommend! My mother was so happy when he covered her favorite film Bullit. He even made time to take a detour to a spot that wasn’t originally included in the tour but was a piece of the film! Amazing tour! Thanks Bryan for a walk through San Francisco film history!
Take One!
Betty E,
Aug 18, 2025
- Viator
5.00Very well organized and unique. Guide was extremely knowledgeable and kept the group well informed. Fun and memorable.
A must do tour of SF
Dave B,
Aug 12, 2025
- Viator
5.00This was just an incredible and well crafted tour!! If you love movies, this is a huge must. We throughly enjoyed the history and detail of everything we saw. The cost was very much worth the value of the tour. Highly, highly recommended.
Definitely a must
Deb D,
Aug 12, 2025
- Viator
5.00Pre tour information was descriptive and useful. Bryan our guide was extremely knowledgeable and very interesting keeping us informed with fun facts. Bryan was very polite and accommodating
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