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San Francisco for first-timers

Welcome to San Francisco! Dive into the city's vibrant culture and explore must-see attractions. Our expertly curated tours will ensure you make the most of your inaugural visit.
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Top experiences in San Francisco

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Big Bus passing San Francisco Ferry Building during sunset tour.
Hop-on Hop-off Tours San Francisco
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from $53
$42.40
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Guide photographing tourists at Fisherman's Wharf Crab sign, San Francisco.
Guided Tours
4.4(126)
Rated 4.4 out of 5.0 from 126 ratings.
$99
Alcatraz Island with lighthouse and Big Bus tour at Fisherman's Wharf, San Francisco.
Hop-on Hop-off Tours San Francisco
4.2(124)
Rated 4.2 out of 5.0 from 124 ratings.
$120
Big Bus San Francisco tour bus and Bay Cruise ferry on the water.
Combos
4.3(108)
Rated 4.3 out of 5.0 from 108 ratings.
$167
$99
41% off
Child exploring a fog exhibit at the Exploratorium in San Francisco.
Museums
NEW
$39.96
Selling out fast
Helicopter flying near the Golden Gate Bridge during a San Francisco tour.
Helicopter Tours
NEW
$399
Free cancellation
Ferry with tourists approaching Alcatraz Island in San Francisco Bay, California.
Landmarks
4.2(34)
Rated 4.2 out of 5.0 from 34 ratings.
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$97
Free cancellation
Ferry passing under the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco.
Sightseeing Cruises
NEW
$39

Millions love heading out with us

W. den Uijl
NL

W.

Netherlands
Aug 2025
5/5

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buying was quickly arranged and was kept well informed of progress. The tour guide was entjousast and knew a lot about the area , super storyteller . San Francisco has so
Sara

Sara

Apr 2024
4/5
Went with my college friends for a reunion. We laughed the whole time, esp when one of us nearly lost her hat to the wind (hold on tight!!). The cruise was really chill. Only downside, snacks on the boat are $$$.
Gabriel

Gabriel

May 2024
5/5
Def worth it for first-timers. The buses come often, and you can see all the stuff you’ve seen in movies. Alcatraz was the coolest part—my kids loved the audio guide. Little tip: get to the ferry early for best seats upstairs.
Adi Ben David
IL

Adi

Israel
Jun 2025
5/5
We appreciated the punctuality, the flexibility to return when we felt ready, the cleanliness, and the freedom to explore the site at our own pace. What we didn’t like was the lack of a Hebrew-language tour option — we would be happy if you could consider adding this in the future.

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