Attractions: Crissy Field

This self-guided walking tour takes you through some of San Francisco’s most scenic spots, beginning at the striking Palace of Fine Arts. You will walk along Crissy Field and through the Presidio, with views across the water to Alcatraz and the Golden Gate Bridge. Along the route, you may learn about local history and stop at Torpedo Wharf, where sea lions are often seen. You will also find the Golden Gate Postcard Viewpoint, a popular spot for photos. As you move through these waterfront and parkland areas, the tour lets you set your own pace and explore like a local. Along the way you will encounter both city history and coastal scenery, and the experience ends with a climb up to the Golden Gate Bridge itself. This is suited to anyone who wants to see San Francisco’s landmarks and take their time capturing the sights through the eyes of a proud local.

In San Francisco, you'll explore the city at your own pace with the original GPS-guided talking car. This self-guided sightseeing car will navigate for you and play narrated stories as you drive. Along the way, it will point out top San Francisco attractions, reveal hidden gems and highlight historic landmarks, while offering background, anecdotes and context to help you appreciate each place. The experience is aimed at independent travellers who want flexibility and a more personal way to see the city. As you move through different neighbourhoods the car’s narration will explain what makes each site notable and share engaging stories about local history. The tour has been featured by Time Magazine as one of the “Coolest Inventions of the Year” and provides an alternative to traditional bus tours for anyone wanting a self-directed sightseeing option in San Francisco.

On this three-hour guided tour, you’ll ride a bike over the Golden Gate Bridge and visit key areas of San Francisco. You’ll set out from Fisherman’s Wharf, and as you journey towards the bridge, you’ll pass Fort Mason, Crissy Fields and Presidio Park. You’ll be able to stop as many times as you like along the way to photograph the views. The ride across the bridge will be just under three miles and at the other end, you’ll arrive in the sunny town of Sausalito. From there, you can take some time to explore the area or catch the ferry back to Fisherman’s Wharf.

The Golden Gate, a 1928 Monterey fishing boat captained by born-and-raised San Franciscan Sal Alioto, offers an intimate cruise along San Francisco’s northern waterfront. Passed down through generations of his Sicilian‑American family, the vessel departs from the small wharf behind Tarantino’s at Fisherman’s Wharf and carries you into the city’s maritime heart. As you move through Aquatic Park you’ll pass the historic ships at Hyde Street Pier and take in wide views of Fort Mason, the Marina Green and Crissy Field. Along the way you’ll sail by the St. Francis Yacht Club and the Wave Organ, which may produce its eerie music if the tide is right. Inland you can spot the Palace of Fine Arts while Alcatraz appears on the horizon. The cruise reaches its finale at the Golden Gate Bridge, seen from a perspective few ever experience. Throughout the trip the captain blends personal storytelling with the scenery, giving you a close, human connection to the Bay’s working maritime history.

You will see San Francisco in the original GPS‑guided talking car, a self‑guided storytelling vehicle that navigates for you while pointing out the city’s highlights. You may recognise the car from Time Magazine, where it was named one of the “Coolest Inventions of the Year.” This experience combines automated navigation with narrated stories so you can learn about places as you go. As you move through the city, the audio narration will point out top attractions such as the Golden Gate Bridge, Fisherman’s Wharf and Lombard Street. You will hear background stories about the sights and can explore at your own pace, pausing or lingering where you like. Because the tour is self‑guided, you will get a flexible way to see the city and its landmarks without following a fixed schedule.

On this self-guided walking tour across the Golden Gate Bridge, you’ll begin at the Welcome Center where you’ll uncover the bridge’s engineering secrets and learn how suspension bridges work. As you make your way across the span, you’ll hear stories of its construction during the Great Depression and about the roles of structural engineer Joseph Strauss and architect Irving Morrow. Along the route, you’ll see key sites such as Fort Point, the Main Cable Cross-Section and Crissy Field, each illustrating different aspects of the bridge’s design and setting. The walk finishes at the H. Dana Bowers Memorial Vista Point, where you can take in sweeping views of the city skyline and the landmarks that shaped San Francisco’s history — from the Gold Rush era to the 1906 earthquake. Throughout the tour, you’ll learn how this iconic structure overcame engineering challenges and became a global symbol, while enjoying the scenery at each step.

In San Francisco you will ride in the original GPS-guided talking car, the first-ever GPS-guided storytelling vehicle. The car was featured by Time Magazine as one of the “Coolest Inventions of the Year.” This experience offers a different way to see the city, with commentary that plays as you move between locations. The talking car navigates for you and takes you to famous San Francisco attractions and to hidden spots where bus tours can’t go. As you drive, it tells the city’s stories, blending local context and narration with the route. Along the way you will enjoy a self-guided San Francisco tour that’s designed to be immersive and easy to follow. It is an option for visitors looking for unique things to do in San Francisco.

Explore San Francisco, the City by the Bay, on a pleasant bike ride along the waterfront and across the Golden Gate Bridge to the coastal town of Sausalito. The ride begins at Ghirardelli Square at the western end of Fisherman's Wharf (near 757 Beach Street) and is run in a small-group format of no more than 15 guests. You’ll be fitted with high-quality bikes before you set off. As you move through the city, you’ll cycle through the green hillside of Fort Mason and the Marina District, pass along Crissy Field, then climb up to and cross the Golden Gate Bridge. From the bridge you’ll head down through the Marin Headlands into Sausalito. Along the way you’ll enjoy waterfront views and the changing cityscape. In Sausalito you can stay to explore on your own, or take the ferry back to San Francisco.

See San Francisco by bicycle with a 24-hour rental that gives you the freedom to explore at your own pace. At pickup you will be fitted with the correct bike and receive a short orientation. You will also be given maps for self-guided rides that include routes to Sausalito and Tiburon. All needed equipment is included in the price. If you prefer a shorter outing, there is an option to rent the bike for 1 hour. Should you keep the bike longer than that, you must upgrade to the 24-hour rental. The maps and orientation will help you plan routes and sights as you move through the city and along the waterfront to the listed destinations.

The first-ever GPS-guided talking car tour in San Francisco offers an original, self-guided storytelling experience. A talking car will navigate for you, carrying you to iconic landmarks and to hidden gems where larger tour buses can't go. Along the way, the GPS-triggered narration will bring San Francisco’s history and culture to life, adding local stories and context as you move through the city. It was featured by Time Magazine as one of the “Coolest Inventions of the Year.” Because the tour is self-guided, you’ll set the pace and choose where to pause and explore. The route typically includes well-known sights as well as lesser-seen neighbourhoods, giving you a broader sense of the city than a standard bus tour. The format makes it simple to enjoy both headline attractions and quieter corners while listening to engaging, location-based commentary. The experience is a favourite with many visitors who want a different way to see San Francisco.

A once-in-a-lifetime sailing takes you under and around the iconic Golden Gate Bridge, offering wide, unobstructed views of the San Francisco skyline. As you glide across the water, you’ll see Sausalito’s waterfront, the wooded slopes of Angel Island, the charming town of Tiburon and the dramatic Marin Headlands. The changing angles of the bridge make for great photo opportunities and steady views of the city and bay. Along the way you’ll circle Alcatraz and continue on to the Oakland Bay Bridge, taking in both historic and modern landmarks from the water. You’ll also receive your choice of two drinks — Champagne, a mimosa, beer, wine, soda or water — included with the sailing. This is not a narrated tour, but the crew will be available throughout the trip to answer questions and point out sights as you move through the bay.

Seeing San Francisco sparkle by night from a Tuk Tuk gives you a close, relaxed way to explore the city by the Bay. The eco-friendly electric vehicle – a modern-day rickshaw – handles hills and slips into tight streets to bring you up close to the city’s best-loved sights. You’ll travel into bustling Fisherman’s Wharf for views of the Golden Gate Bridge and the ominous silhouette of Alcatraz Island, all illuminated against the evening sky. Along the way, your experienced, entertaining tour guide will narrate the route as you cruise through Chinatown’s back alleys and past the restaurants of North Beach, where the aromas of dinner drift into the air. The small vehicle lets you stop for photographs and capture glittering shots of San Francisco’s night lights. The pace is intimate and informal, giving you an up-close sense of place and plenty of chances to see and hear the city after dark.

You will ride from San Francisco to Muir Woods National Monument without an advance park reservation. The tour begins at Crissy Field, crosses the Golden Gate Bridge and then climbs toward Muir Woods via a mix of roads and optional gravel trails. Routes may vary, so the exact course and stops will depend on the route chosen. Along the way you will pass scenic coastal and forested stretches and then be able to explore the towering ancient redwoods at Muir Woods. You may choose to have lunch at the quaint Pelican Inn in Muir Beach or stop elsewhere along the route. This is a rigorous ride: expect at least 30 miles of cycling and about 2,500 feet of climbing. If you need a bike, we recommend renting from Sports Basement’s Presidio store, which is where the tour starts.

This bike rental in San Francisco begins with pickup in the Marina District and gives you everything you need for a day of independent sightseeing. You’ll be provided with a map, helmet, lock and directions, so you can set off on your own to explore the waterfront and nearby attractions. Along the way you’ll ride from Crissy Field and cross the iconic Golden Gate Bridge on two wheels, finishing at the waterfront town of Sausalito. The route offers classic views and photo opportunities, so bring your camera to capture the skyline, bridge and bay scenes. The experience is self-guided, letting you move at your own pace and stop where you like as you explore.

This walking tour takes you to the Golden Gate Bridge, one of the world’s most iconic and beautiful landmarks. As you move through the area, you’ll be immersed in striking scenery and see the bridge’s spectacular location, graceful lines, Art Deco detailing and its emblematic colour. The tour focuses on the bridge itself and the views that surround it. Along the way, the guide will delve into the stories and engineering behind the structure, explaining how it was built and why it captures so much attention. You’ll see the 746-foot towers rising into the sky and learn about the parts that extend more than 100 feet beneath the bay. The experience will highlight the bridge’s key design features and the historical context that made it an icon of San Francisco.