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Big Bus: San Francisco Holiday Lights Tour

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.

Enjoy commentary from your English-speaking guide as the tour takes you through neighborhoods adorned with lights.

Treat yourself to a complimentary hot chocolate at Ghirardelli Square as you bask in the cheerful spirit of the season.

Marvel at the breathtaking displays of the ILLUMINATE SF™ Festival of Light.

80-minute non-stop San Francisco holiday lights bus tour

English-speaking live guide

Complimentary hot chocolate at Ghirardelli Square

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

Departure: 6:30pm from stop #5 (Union Square South, 280 Geary St, opposite Macy's entrance, next to steps)

Frequency: Once a day on Thu, Fri, Sat & Sun (from Nov 28, 2025 to Jan 4, 2026)

Duration: 80 mins

Note: Please arrive at the meeting point 30 minutes before the departure time.

What’s not allowed

Due to operator restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.

Accessibility

This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

Your ADA service animals are welcome on the bus.

Additional information

Seats are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Please arrive at the boarding point 30 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

Boarding point

Board your bus at Stop #5 Union Square South.

Address: 280 Geary St, San Francisco, CA 94108.

Landmark: Opposite Macy's entrance, next to steps.

Get directions to the boarding point

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