Silicon Valley Private Tour in San Francisco
San Francisco, United States

Silicon Valley Private Tour

Outty Ranking 45 4.5 · 2 traveler reviews8 hoursFrom $999

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Is Silicon Valley Private Tour worth booking?

Silicon Valley Private Tour is a 8-hour experience in San Francisco, United States, from $999 per person. It scores 45 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look, based on a 4.5/5 rating across 2 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
45 / 100
Rating
4.5/5 (2)
Duration
8 hours
From
$999 per person

You will learn about the history of San Francisco and Bay Area as well as why Silicon Valley is here and how it started. We will pick you from your hotel or residence and take you down to the Silicon Valley. You will

What you get

    About this experience

    You will learn about the history of San Francisco and Bay Area as well as why Silicon Valley is here and how it started. We will pick you from your hotel or residence and take you down to the Silicon Valley. You will see the Oracle campus, the Emerald City and the Trimaran of Larry Ellison. You will see both Facebook campuses, the home of Steve Jobs, the garage where Hewlett and Packard started Silicon Valley. You will walk with our guide exploring the highlights of Stanford’s beautiful campus. 2 hours walking tour. You will visit the Google Campus. You will visit the new Apple Park Visitor Center.

    What's included

    Included

    • Hotel Pick-up and Drop-off
    • In-vehicle air conditioning
    • Water in vehicles.
    • Free Stanford tour.

    Not included

    • Lunch
    • Gratuities
    • Entry fee to the Computer History Museum

    What you'll see and do

    1. You will see the Oracle Headquarters in Redwood Shores. Emerald city and the Famous Trimaran of Larry Ellison, you will learn the story how he returned the America's Cup back home after 15 years.

      20 minutes here

    2. You will see two FACEBOOK Campuses in Menlo park, The new one, MPK20 and the old one, that used to be the Sun Microsystems campus. You will learn why SUN's logo is on the back of Facebook sign.

      20 minutes here

    3. The Google Visitor Experience is a new Google Headquartes in Gradient Canopy office in Mountain View. Have lunch with friends at the cafe, shop Google merchandise and hardware products and services at the Google Store, support local businesses at the Pop-Up Shop, and enjoy art and events on the plaza.

      40 minutes here

    4. Computer History Museum

      Visit the CH museum to explore the exhibits and say hello to your favorite artifacts, to learn how the computer field was developing through the years.

      60 minutes here · Admission not included

    5. NASA Ames Visitor Center

      Pass by NASA Ames Research Center

      Pass by without stopping

    6. Apple Park Visitor Center

      Visit New Apple Park Store. Shop Apple products and souvenirs sold only here. Take pictures. Coffee time. From Observation Deck, see the New Apple Headquarters.

      30 minutes here

    7. Palo Alto

      We will pass by the Home of Steve Jobs and hear the story of Apple.

      Pass by without stopping

    8. Hewlett Packard Garage

      We will make a short stop to take pictures in front of the Garage where Hewlett and Packard created their first oscillograph. Birthplace of Silicon Valley.

      10 minutes here

    9. Palo Alto

      We will make a short stop to take pictures in front of the Garage where Hewlett and Packard created their first oscillograph. Birthplace of Silicon Valley.

      45 minutes here

    10. Stanford University

      Main Quad. Historic and Academic Center. Memorial Church of All Religions. William Gates Computer Science Building. David Packard Electrical Engineering Building. Athletic Facilities.

      120 minutes here

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    San Francisco

    Meeting point

    San Francisco

    We will call you in advance to confirm the pickup location.

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 5 minutes before departure.

    Ends at

    Returns to the starting point

    Ends at

    We will call you in advance to confirm the pickup location.

    Options you can book

    • Up to 6 People in Luxury SUV

      6 Passengers Luxury SUV Pickup included

    • Tour in 14-Passenger Van

      Pickup included

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    ru, en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 14 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    A Taste of SF Tours

    Know before you go

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Children must be accompanied by an adult
    • Dress code is smart casual

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    Traveler reviews

    2 verified traveler reviews for Silicon Valley Private Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    ExperiencedReviews2 · July 2022

    Head south for a few hours!

    During our recent visit to SF, It was recommended by a friend that we consider heading south to Palo Alto, Cupertino, Apple and Google HQ's, Stanford and the beach. We had visited SF several times through they years, so the normal sites had been seen, in a day or two we headed to Napa and Sonoma, so this seemed to be a great plan. Although there are no available tours on the main campus for Apple and Google, they still have visitor's centers that permit the initiated to "get close to the power." It would be great if both Apple and Google had organized walking tours but they don't, or at least we couldn't find them. However, it is a great trip to the south and we recommend it, after one has experienced the other sites of SF.

    Response from the operator: Dear customer, thanks a lot for your feedback! We are glad you had a perfect time on our tour! That's really important for us! Unfortunately, these companies (Apple and Google don't let anyone come in except people working there) and this is not our fault. We would be happy to see you on our other tours!

    via Tripadvisor

    U9447IDnicolasp · July 2021

    Reccomended

    The driver was o time to pick us up at the hotel and he was very knowledgable of the history of California and of the companies we visited.

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    8 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $999 to $1699
    Hotel pickup
    Available for selected locations
    Booked in 30 days
    1
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Why this scores 45

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

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)68
    Review evidence (18% weight)14
    Booking momentum (14% weight)10
    Value for money (12% weight)0
    Listing quality (10% weight)82
    Local standing (8% weight)49
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Silicon Valley Private Tour: questions travelers ask

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

    How much does Silicon Valley Private Tour cost?

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    Prices start at $999 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 Silicon Valley Private Tour take?

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    Plan for about 8 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 Silicon Valley Private Tour worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 45 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.5/5 across 2 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in San Francisco, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Silicon Valley Private Tour?

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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 Silicon Valley Private Tour suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Silicon Valley Private Tour?

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    Around 1 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 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Silicon Valley Private Tour 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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