San Francisco Super Saver: Grand City Tour plus Muir Woods & Sausalito Day Trip in San Francisco
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San Francisco Super Saver: Grand City Tour plus Muir Woods & Sausalito Day Trip

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Is San Francisco Super Saver: Grand City Tour plus Muir Woods & Sausalito Day Trip worth booking?

San Francisco Super Saver: Grand City Tour plus Muir Woods & Sausalito Day Trip is a 9-hour experience in San Francisco, United States, from $155 per person. It scores 61 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice, based on a 4.1/5 rating across 291 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
61 / 100
Rating
4.1/5 (291)
Duration
9 hours
From
$155 per person

Treat yourself to a deluxe combination tour containing all of the best that San Francisco has to offer: City Tour, the giant redwoods of Muir Woods and cosmopolitan Sausalito! Featuring three of the major attractions in

What you get

    About this experience

    Treat yourself to a deluxe combination tour containing all of the best that San Francisco has to offer: City Tour, the giant redwoods of Muir Woods and cosmopolitan Sausalito! Featuring three of the major attractions in one tour, this excursion is a must for visitors to the San Francisco Bay Area.

    What's included

    Included

    • Transport by luxury air-conditioned coach
    • Narrated Tour of San Francisco with 4 photo stops opportunities
    • Narrated tour to Muir Woods (90 min stop) and Sausalito (60 min stop) with driver guide
    • Admission to Muir Woods National Monument (15$ Admission included)

    Not included

    • Food and drinks
    • Gratuities
    • Hotel pick-up and drop-off not included

    What you'll see and do

    1. Departing the heart of Union square, the coach makes its way to the Golden Gate Bridge. On your way to the Golden Gate Bridge, travelers will see: Union Square: Theatres, shopping, hotels

      Pass by without stopping

    2. Van Ness Avenue

      We make our way north on Van Ness Avenue. Famous for being used as a firebreak, by the US Army during the 1906 earthquake and fire.

      Pass by without stopping

    3. Cow Hollow

      Two affluent neighborhoods, attracting young professionals. Chic fashion boutiques, Pilates studios, juice shops, beauty salons. Many fine dining restaurants ranging from French Bistros to American Fusion Cuisine.

      Pass by without stopping

    4. Palace of Fine Arts Theatre

      Designed by Bernard Maybeck for the 1915 Worlds Fair. This 162-foot high open rotunda appears as a Greek-Roman inspired fictional ruin. Disembark bus and explore the structure and lagoon.

      15 minutes here

    5. Golden Gate Bridge

      The tour crosses the iconic Golden Gate Bridge. On a clear day, the Golden Gate Bridge offers a panoramic view of the bay and the San Francisco skyline.

      15 minutes here

    6. Presidio of San Francisco

      Former U.S. Army military fort,1500-acre park. Home to; Baker Beach, hiking, historic buildings house the Walt Disney Family Museum, eateries, homes, and businesses like Lucasfilm, with its Yoda Fountain.

      Pass by without stopping

    7. Lands End

      Beautiful coastal stop at Ocean Beach with rugged cliffs, cypress forest, and views of the Golden Gate Bridge, Pacific Ocean, Sutro Bath ruins, and the Cliff House.

      15 minutes here

    8. Golden Gate Park

      Entering Golden Gate Park from the west we pass by one of two Dutch Windmills. Journeying through the park the driver will point out all the points of interest; Bison Paddock, Japanese Tea Gardens, California Academy of Science, Conservatory of Flowers.

      Pass by without stopping

    9. Haight-Ashbury

      Travelers will see where the Hippie movement began during the Summer of Love. Unusual stores, unique dining and live entertainment.

      Pass by without stopping

    10. Twin Peaks

      Two identical peaks give this attraction its name. One of the highest peaks in the city, you will have breathtaking 360 degree views of the entire city

      15 minutes here

    11. The Castro

      Descending down towards Market Street, we enter the Castro District. All are welcome and safe in this LGBT community!

      Pass by without stopping

    12. Ferry Plaza Farmer's Market

      This major thoroughfare in San Francisco. We drive east from the Castro towards the Ferry Building and the downtown Financial District.

      Pass by without stopping

    13. Financial District

      Among the skyscrapers that dominate the skyline (Transamerica Pyramid, Salesforce Tower), there is a wealth of tech business and Fortune 500 companies.

      Pass by without stopping

    14. Chinatown

      Passing under the "Dragon Gates" of Chinatown, traveler's enter a bustling district of commerce bursting with color.

      Pass by without stopping

    15. North Beach

      Don't blink your eyes, the transition from Chinatown to North Beach is seamless. This quick transition brings us the sights and aromas of San Francisco's "Little Italy".

      Pass by without stopping

    16. San Francisco

      Tour the city from the Bay to the Ocean, with photo stops at key locations.

      180 minutes here

    17. Fisherman’s Wharf

      First drop-off location On the northern waterfront, is the cities most visited and busiest tourist areas. Souvenir shops, stalls selling crab and clam chowder in sourdough bread bowls, appear at every turn.

      5 minutes here

    18. Drop off and switch buses for the Muir Woods & Sausalito portion of this tour. The departure of the Muir Woods & Sausalito Tours is at 1:40 PM from 478 Post Street (Union Square)

      30 minutes here

    19. Muir Woods National Monument

      After the San Francisco City Tour, make your day complete and travel across the Golden Gate Bridge and through the rugged coastal mountains of Marin County. Experience the magnificent views of the San Francisco Bay and valleys where the Coastal Miwok once lived. Our first stop is Muir Woods National Monument, where ancient groves of Giant Redwoods (Sequoia Sempervirens) tower over Redwood Creek. Our stop is the most time offered of any other tour company (90 minutes) and Muir Woods entrance fee included (15$ Value) in any of our Muir Woods modalities. Next, visit the beautiful coastal town of Sausalito, a gorgeous Mediterranean-style village with quaint shops, art galleries, and waterfront restaurants during a 60 minute stop.

      240 minutes here · Admission included

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    San Francisco

    Gray Line Fisherman’s Wharf Departure Location 2805 Leavenworth St. Arrive by 8:45 AM to check-in Bus Departs at 9:00 AM Although there is no physical location, you'll easily spot Pomegranate Café directly across the street. Simply wait there, and our representative will meet you.

    Meeting point

    San Francisco

    Union Square Departure Location 478 Post St. Arrive by 8:25 AM to check-in Bus Departs at 8:40 AM Although there is no physical location, you'll find Encore Café situated right next door. For boarding the bus, simply head across the street to meet our representative and board the bus.

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    Gray Line Fisherman’s Wharf Departure Location 2805 Leavenworth St. Arrive by 8:45 AM to check-in Bus Departs at 9:00 AM Although there is no physical location, you'll easily spot Pomegranate Café directly across the street. Simply wait there, and our representative will meet you.

    Ends at

    Union Square Departure Location 478 Post St. Arrive by 8:25 AM to check-in Bus Departs at 8:40 AM Although there is no physical location, you'll find Encore Café situated right next door. For boarding the bus, simply head across the street to meet our representative and board the bus.

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Thu, Fri, Sun
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Gray Line San Francisco

    Know before you go

    • 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

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 291 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    6 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    5 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Pace and timing

    2 mentions

    Several reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.

    Traveler reviews

    291 verified traveler reviews for San Francisco Super Saver: Grand City Tour plus Muir Woods & Sausalito Day Trip. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

    5 star
    118
    4 star
    109
    3 star
    35
    2 star
    21
    1 star
    8
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    Paritash T · November 2024

    Fantastic tour, tour guide, and bus driver!!!

    Michelle and Rodalfo were fantastic!!! The tour covered all the famous locations in San Francisco, and Michelle provided detailed explanations for everything, which we thoroughly appreciated!

    Response from the operator: Hi Paritas! Thank you for your kind words! We’re so glad Michelle and Rodalfo made your tour memorable. It’s great to hear you enjoyed the detailed explanations and the sights of San Francisco. Hope to see you again soon!

    via Tripadvisor

    150garyg · March 2023

    Exceptional guide

    Our guide was extremely cordial, informative, patient, detailed, and friendly. I learned a tremendous amount about the San Francisco neighborhoods. Muir Woods was a definite highlight.

    via Tripadvisor

    ama23orc · October 2022

    Family trip to San Francisco

    Muir Woods was cool with the huge trees as was seeing the unique architectural buildings of the city of San Francisco

    Response from the operator: Dear Customer, It was a pleasure serving you and your family. We’re so happy to hear that you enjoyed our tour and look forward to welcoming you again soon!

    via Tripadvisor

    NADINE_L · July 2021

    Once in a lifetime experience

    My grand city tour was amazing.Victor our tour guide was informative about every aspect of San-Francisco the architecture .The Different international communities that are a part of San Francisco and the amazing roads that make up this section of America.Very interesting and unique. Our second tour guide to Muir Woods and Sausalito was fantastic. His name was Artie .Muir Woods is a most see if your passionate about the environment. The woods and trees were majestic it was awesome to walk around and interact with nature.The trees are hundreds of years old and they’re gigantic .The gift shop is a most to stop by on your way out . Lastly our trip to Sausalito Waterfront marina fantastic area . Beautiful backdrop of San Francisco .The magnificent house boats and shopping and dining area. I love enjoyed and learnt so much about these three ares we tour. I highly recommend visiting these sites if you’re in the San Francisco area.It’s a must see

    Response from the operator: Hello Nadine, I'm so happy to read reviews like this. Your title says it all! I like to offer this tour to customers that come to San Francisco for the first time in their lives, as it gives them the opportunity time to know the city, Muir Woods, and Sausalito in just one day. We're proud to have Victor and Artie on the team! They are the face of our organization and the main reason for success. Please come back soon, Nadine! Andrew Sales Manager Gray Line San Francisco

    via Viator

    Denise_C · November 2019

    Trip cancelled

    Trip was cancelled and option did not fit our schedule. We booked the same tour with another company

    via Viator

    Good to know

    Duration
    9 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Thu, Fri, Sun
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    102
    Verdict
    Solid Choice

    Why this scores 61

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)38
    Review evidence (18% weight)74
    Booking momentum (14% weight)70
    Value for money (12% weight)100
    Listing quality (10% weight)65
    Local standing (8% weight)0
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    San Francisco Super Saver: Grand City Tour plus Muir Woods & Sausalito Day Trip: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for San Francisco.

    How much does San Francisco Super Saver: Grand City Tour plus Muir Woods & Sausalito Day Trip cost?

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    Prices start at $155 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in San Francisco usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does San Francisco Super Saver: Grand City Tour plus Muir Woods & Sausalito Day Trip take?

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    Plan for about 9 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in San Francisco is not rushed.

    Is San Francisco Super Saver: Grand City Tour plus Muir Woods & Sausalito Day Trip worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 61 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.1/5 across 291 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in San Francisco, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule San Francisco Super Saver: Grand City Tour plus Muir Woods & Sausalito Day Trip?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is San Francisco Super Saver: Grand City Tour plus Muir Woods & Sausalito Day Trip suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 9-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book San Francisco Super Saver: Grand City Tour plus Muir Woods & Sausalito Day Trip?

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    Around 102 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in San Francisco can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in San Francisco and add a light layer if any part of the 9-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does San Francisco Super Saver: Grand City Tour plus Muir Woods & Sausalito Day Trip start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central San Francisco within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in San Francisco?

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    San Francisco packs Alcatraz, Muir Woods, Napa and the bay into day-trip range, which makes booking order matter more than anywhere else in the US. Alcatraz sells out weeks ahead, wine-country vans fill on weekends, and the best food walks in the Mission and Chinatown cap at a dozen people. Our ranking favours small groups and guides who live in the neighbourhood they walk. On Outty we rank every San Francisco experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Small Group Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Day Trip from San Francisco, Golden Gate Bridge Muir Woods Sausalito with Optional Alcatraz, Chinatown, North Beach, Little Italy: 7 Tastings & History. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit San Francisco?

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    September and October, the city's real summer, once the fog season breaks. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in San Francisco?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

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