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San Francisco shines brighter during the holidays—and there’s no better way to see it than from the top deck of a Big Bus! Begin in Fisherman’s Wharf, where you’ll board an open-top double-decker bus for a comfortable, panoramic ride through the city’s most festive neighborhoods.
Discover the twinkling Christmas trees at Union Square, 555 California Street, Pier 39 and UN Plaza. Enjoy the Christmas lights at City Hall and the Menorah at Union Square during Hanukkah. See unique decorations throughout the city’s neighborhoods, including Union Square, Chinatown, Nob Hill, Polk Gulch, City Hall, SOMA and more. View the art installations from ILLUMINATE SF™, an open-air gallery of light and imagination.
Your live guide shares fun facts, festive stories and local traditions behind the celebrations. Hear classic carols and capture sparkling photo opportunities at every turn as you experience San Francisco at its most festive.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Big Bus Stop #6 (Union Square South, 280 Geary St, opposite Macy's entrance, next to steps)
The Embarcadero, bus stop outside the entrance to Pier 39, Fisherman’s Wharf
Ticket Redemption Point
Itinerary
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(Pass by)
See City Hall decorated and lit
Admission ticket free -
Chinatown (Pass by)
Continue your tour along the holiday lights and festive decorations of the city
Admission ticket free -
Nob Hill (Pass by)
Continue your tour along the holiday lights and festive decorations of the city
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Continue your tour along the holiday lights and festive decorations of the city
Admission ticket free -
SoMa (Pass by)
Continue your tour along the holiday lights and festive decorations of the city
Admission ticket free -
The Embarcadero (Pass by)
Continue your tour along the holiday lights and festive decorations of the city
Admission ticket free -
Fisherman’s Wharf (Pass by)
Continue your tour along the holiday lights and festive decorations of the city
Admission ticket free -
Salesforce Tower (Pass by)
See the ILLUMINATE SF Festival of Light installations
Admission ticket free -
1Ghirardelli Square
End your tour and enjoy a complimentary hot chocolate
45 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The tour runs from November 27, 2026, to January 3, 2027.
- This tour is not a hop-on, hop-off service.
- Please arrive by 6:00 pm. The bus departs promptly at 6:30 pm. Seating is first-come, first-served.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Rating
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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