Duration
Guided tour
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Soak up the dazzling sight of San Francisco in all its festive glory from the open-top upper deck of this non-stop bus tour.
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Enjoy commentary from your English-speaking guide as the tour takes you through neighborhoods adorned with lights.
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Treat yourself to a complimentary hot chocolate at Ghirardelli Square as you bask in the cheerful spirit of the season.
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Marvel at the breathtaking displays of the ILLUMINATE SF™ Festival of Light.
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80-minute non-stop San Francisco holiday lights bus tour
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English-speaking live guide
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Complimentary hot chocolate at Ghirardelli Square
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- Hop-on hop-off service
These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
San Francisco holiday lights bus tour
Immerse yourself in San Francisco’s holiday cheer on this open-top double-decker holiday lights bus tour. Departing from Union Square South, your journey will take you through the city’s neighborhoods, decked out in twinkling lights and dazzling decorations.
Schedule
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Departure: 6:30pm from stop #5 (Union Square South, 280 Geary St, opposite Macy's entrance, next to steps)
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Frequency: Once a day on Thu, Fri, Sat & Sun (from Nov 28, 2025 to Jan 4, 2026)
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Duration: 80 mins
Note: Please arrive at the meeting point 30 minutes before the departure time.
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What’s not allowed
- Due to operator restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.
Accessibility
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This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
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Your ADA service animals are welcome on the bus.
Additional information
- Seats are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
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Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
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Please arrive at the boarding point 30 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.
Boarding point
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Board your bus at Stop #5 Union Square South.
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Address: 280 Geary St, San Francisco, CA 94108.
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Landmark: Opposite Macy's entrance, next to steps.
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