SF: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour with Optional Sunset Tour
Overview
Available languages
2 hours
Mobile ticket
See San Francisco’s top sights the easy way with Big Bus Tours. We offer the most comprehensive tour with over 17 hop-on hop-off locations spanning from the Golden Gate Bridge for panoramic views of the Bay, to Fisherman’s Wharf to enjoy fresh clam chowder and watch sea lions at Pier 39.
Explore Chinatown’s bustling streets, admire the Painted Ladies’ Victorian charm, and stop at Union Square for shopping and dining.
With one full route covering all major attractions, you won’t need to change buses or worry about directions. Hop on and off at your own pace, while onboard commentary in 8 languages provides stories and tips to bring the city to life.
Highlights:
Unlimited hop-on hop-off access at 17 stops across San Francisco
Cross the Golden Gate Bridge on an open-top bus for unbeatable views
Learn about the city with engaging onboard commentary in 8 languages
Flexible tickets that let you explore at your own pace
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
Blazing Saddles Offer: Big Bus Tours customers get 1 free hour with a 1-hour bike rental from Blazing Saddles, including gear and route tips for exploring San Francisco and cycling across the Golden Gate Bridge to Sausalito
Half-Day Wine Tour visits 2 wineries and the town of Sausalito; transportation by comfortable, a/c motorcoach
Hop-on Hop-off tour ticket is valid for use during operating hours for 24 or 48 hours after first use.
Wheelchair accessible, please call ahead for arrangements
Download the Big Bus Tours app to access and activate your ticket, track buses in real time, and board easily using your mobile ticket.
What To Expect
Duration:2 hours
Operating Schedule:Operating Hours: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Tour Duration: 2.5 hours to complete the full route without exiting Bus Frequency: Every 15 Minutes. Download the Big Bus Tours app to track buses in real time, and board easily using your mobile ticket.
Stop 1 - Big Bus Tours Visitors Center
Stop 2 - Columbus/Ghirardelli Square (North Point between Jones and Columbus)
Stop 3 - North Beach / Chinatown
Stop 4 - Embarcadero Center - Clay St (between Battery & Front Streets)
Stop 5 - Ferry Building - 30 Steuart St (Between Steuart & Market Streets)
Stop 6 - 280 Geary St (opposite Macy's entrance, next to steps)
Stop 7 - Hilton Hotel - Mason Street, between O'Farrell and Ellis Streets (outside Hilton Hotel entrance)
Stop 8 - Civic Center - 350 McCallister Street (White Zone outside Earl Warren Building)
Stop 9 - Alamo Square - 944 Fell Street (next to Mosaic wall near corner with Pierce St)
Stop 10 - Haight Ashbury - 1816 Haight Street (opposite Cha Cha Cha restaurant)
Stop 11 - Golden Gate Park - (Monday-Saturday only) outside California Academy of Sciences
Sundays and Public Holidays - Bus stop on Lincoln Way at 9th Avenue
Stop 12 - North Vista Point / Golden Gate Bridge - North Vista Point (lookout parking area off highway)
Stop 13 - Palace of Fine Arts - 1105 Gorgas Avenue (Corner of Gorgas Ave and Richardson Ave)
Stop 14 - Lombard Street - 2101 Lombard Street (SW corner of Lombard and Fillmore Sts)
Stop 15 - Lombard Street - 1599 Lombard St (outside Buena Vista Motor Inn near corner with Gough St)
Stop 16 - Pier 35 / Cruise Terminal - 1454 The Embarcadero (outside Pier 35 cruise terminal entrance)
Stop 17 - Pier 39 - The Embarcadero, bus stop outside the entrance to Pier 39, Fisherman’s Wharf
Options
24-Hour Ticket Only
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, Chinatown, & Sunset Tour
24-hour Hop-on Hop-off Tour: hop on and off at 17 convenient stops around San Francisco and enjoy digital audio commentary while aboard. Panoramic Sunset Tour: 1-hour Sunset Tour of SF aboard an open-top bus Duration: 1 day Digital Chinatown Walking Tour: 1-Hour walking tour of historic Chinatown Free Bike Rental: get 1 free hour with a 1-hour bike rental from Blazing Saddles, including gear and route tips
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. Free Bike Rental: Get 1 free hour with a 1-hour bike rental from Blazing Saddles, including gear and route tips 1-Hour Panoramic Sunset Tour Duration: 2 days Digital Chinatown Walking Tour: 1-hour self-guided audio tour of historic Chinatown
What‘s Included
Open-top double decker bus
No additional fees
Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour, 24 or 48-hour ticket
Big Bus Tours app (ticket storage, live tracking and ticket activation)
Blazing Saddles Bike Rental Perk - Buy 1 hour, Get 1 hour free with selected tickets
1-hour Panoramic Sunset Tour (if option selected)
1-hour Digital Chinatown Walking Tour (if option selected)
Digital audio commentary with souvenir earbuds provided
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
4,666 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Skipped more than closed stops
Theil J,Jun 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00The buses didn’t all follow the order of stops and we missed several stops because the next stop was skipped. There were 2 stops closed and we were notified of those because of parades and celebrations. Those were fine, but several stops were skipped that were not on the closed stops that we really wanted to visit.
Terrible. No buses
beni211,Jun 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00Terrible. Waited over 2 hours at a stop for bus that never came. Customer service also awful and wouldn’t provide refund. App was unusable
It was very fun. We got...
Salma G,Jun 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was very fun. We got on the bus and traveled to the places we wanted to explore, and we learned more about the historic sites we passed. Overall, it was a great experience, and the tickets plus the map 📍 were very spot on about where to wait for the bus. Also, the pricing was great, so I would definitely would recommend.
Good way to see San...
jtimothythurston,Jun 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Good way to see San Francisco. Given SF’s weather, wear a sweater/sweat shirt if riding on top especially when you go across the Golden Gate Bridge.
Family Vacay 2026
Tammi R,Jun 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was the was the easiest and great guide to all the best landmarks and spots to see. The bus trip was worth every penny to see the beautiful city of San Francisco. Our family made great memories and our time in SF was heart filling. The Hop On Off bus made it less stressful and more informative about the history if a great city.
Interesting City
Stephanie M,Jun 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Very informative but for the cost of the bus tour, I felt the drivers shouldn't ask multiple times for tips. The tip jar is there if people choose and they are getting paid a wage.
Highly recommend
Mpande M,Jun 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The wineries were beautiful. Great tastings! Loved the history and lessons I feel like a mini somelier lol Danilo was an excellent driver and guide. He made the tour so enjoyable and colorful! Worth every penny
Great experience, we...
Theresa M,Jun 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience, we really enjoyed it! Great way to get around the city and able to stop at different areas and then get back on and stop elsewhere.
Excellent choice
Christine C,Jun 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great way to see the sights This was a great way to see the highlights of San Francisco. We had excellent tour guides on all the buses, but Captain Kurk was extremely good!
Convenient
R6849MDjoannec,Jun 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00Experience was convenient. Liked the audio and the history of the city.
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