One Day in San Francisco, Muir Woods, Sausalito optional Alcatraz

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(1,413 reviews)

9 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Discover the best of San Francisco, Muir Woods, and Sausalito in one unforgettable day with the option to add on an Official Alcatraz Island tour!

Join a small group tour that covers four iconic experiences in a single day: explore San Francisco’s historic neighborhoods, cross the Golden Gate Bridge, stroll beneath the redwoods of Muir Woods National Monument, and enjoy a relaxing lunch break in Sausalito.

You can easily add the Official Alcatraz Tour (including ferry and self-guided audio tour) when booking. Tickets are guaranteed and we reserve them in advance.

Ride in comfort aboard our premium minibuses, with a local expert guide offering insider stories, photo stops, and stress free logistics from start to finish.

(Optional) Add an Extra Adventure with the Lombard Leap (The Crooked Street) for $10!
This ride takes you on a journey through some of the city’s most famous (and steepest) streets, giving you a true taste of SF’s unique character. Check confirmation email to book.

What's Included

Local guide
Expert guides: Enjoy safe transportation and rich stories about San Francisco's history and culture.
Air-conditioned vehicle
Live commentary on board where you will learn the history and culture of the Bay Area
(Optional) Official Alcatraz Ticket and Tour: Ferry ticket and tour of the prison included
Optional: Gratuities
Meals on own with a lunch stop in Sausalito
Muir Woods Entrance Fee (Free entrance for National Parks Pass holders and children 15 and under)

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

IMPORTANT: Meet at Dylan’s Tours (782 Columbus Ave. San Francisco) 15 minutes before your start time We highly suggest to avoid street parking. There is a parking garage located at Border Parking (1647 Powell St. San Francisco) that allows for all day parking

End point

If you chose the Alcatraz option, your day will end at Pier 33, which is about a 15 minute walk away from Dylan's Tours Shop. If you did NOT choose the Alcatraz option your day will end back at Dylan's Tours Shop.

Itinerary

Duration: 9 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Begin your adventure at our conveniently located shop at 782 Columbus Ave, right in the heart of Little Italy. After a quick and easy check-in, you’ll hop on the bus and set off to explore the city’s most iconic neighborhoods!

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • Fisherman's Wharf (Pass by)

    One of San Francisco's most popular destinations - from beautiful old shipyards, to Boudin's Bakery and the smell of fresh clam chowder, and of course, the sea lions of Pier 39, Fisherman's Wharf has it all.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Boasting the largest Chinatown in the United States, this 24-block mecca is bustling with energy, amazing food, and unique and colorful shops that give this area its charm.

    Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Offering one of the most scenic outlooks in all of Northern California, Pacific Heights is home to Billionaire's Row, featuring the estates of politicians, tech titans and other San Francisco celebrities (includes Mrs. Doubtfire house!).

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Former military base, now a beautiful park that includes Crissy Field, Fort Point, Lucasfilm’s (George Lucas) headquarters and the Walt Disney Museum.

    Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Located just beneath the Golden Gate Bridge, Fort Point gives you a front row seat to the Bay and is a great photo stop. This former military fortification was used during WWII.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Muir Woods National Monument

    Muir Woods National Monument is home to some of the oldest and most beautiful trees in the world. Many of our guests consider this stop to be the highlight of their trip.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 5
    Sausalito

    Enjoy a quick and easy break, our guides provide plenty of recommendations for our favorite local spots during your visit. You are sure to fall in love with this quaint little town.

    1 hour 15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • Golden Gate Bridge (Pass by)

    Declared “one of the 10 wonders of the modern world,” the Golden Gate Bridge is one of the most recognized symbols of San Francisco. Simply stunning!

    Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Palace of Fine Arts Theatre

    Originally built for the 1915 Panama-Pacific Exhibition, this urban temple has become a San Francisco treasure, beloved by residents and visitors alike.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Alcatraz Island

    If you opt for the Alcatraz add on you’ll start the day with our morning bus tour of San Francisco, Muir Woods, and Sausalito, followed by a lunch stop in Sausalito. In the afternoon, we’ll conveniently drop you off at Pier 33, where you’ll embark on the Alcatraz ferry and experience the iconic prison tour. Your Alcatraz visit is guaranteed to be an unforgettable journey into history, made seamless with our self guided tour offerings and official ticket.

    3 hours Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • 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
  • A current passport or any government issued ID is required to redeem Alcatraz tickets.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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