Big Bus San Francisco Hop-On Hop-Off Tours (Open-Top)
- Board this hop-on hop-off bus tour and explore the city of San Francisco
- Visit famous landmarks such as the Golden Gate Bridge and Fisherman's Wharf
- Learn more about the city's diverse culture, beautiful architecture, and it's history
- Marvel at how the cityscape illuminates as it changes from day to night
What to expect
Explore the best of San Francisco on board a Big Bus Tour. We offer the most comprehensive tour with over 16 hop-on hop-off locations spanning from Fisherman’s Wharf to the Golden Gate Bridge. No need to switch buses-our one entire city loop will take you to famous neighborhoods and attractions, including Pier 39, Chinatown, Little Italy, Painted Ladies Victorian Homes, Haight Ashbury Neighborhood, Golden Gate Park, Lombard Crooked Street, Union Square Shopping District, and an unforgettable journey across the Golden Gate Bridge. With over 16 stops, hop on and hop off at your leisure and experience San Francisco’s diverse culture, eclectic food, beautiful parks, stunning architecture, world-class shopping, and picturesque views.
Itinerary - Classic Pass
The itinerary plan is for reference only - make sure to participate based on the time you selected when booking
10:00 Departure Meet up Big Bus Tours Visitors’ Center Map (You can hop on and hop off at any Big Bus stops along the route)
Attractions / Experiences 2 hour(s) 30 min(s) Self-guided You can hop on and hop off at any Big Bus stops along the route
North Beach/Washington Sq. Admission not needed
Embarcadero Center Admission not needed
Ferry Building Admission not needed
Union Square South Admission not needed
Redemption Center/Hilton Hotel Admission not needed
Civic Center Admission not needed
Alamo Square Admission not needed
Haight Ashbury Admission not needed
MapGolden Gate Park (Monday-Saturday only) Admission not needed
MapGolden Gate Park (Sundays and public holidays only) Admission not needed
MapNorth Vista Point/Golden Gate Bridge Admission not needed
Palace of Fine Arts Admission not needed
Marina/Cow Hollow Admission not needed
Lombard Street Admission not needed
Pier 35/Cruise Terminal Admission not needed
Pier 39 Fisherman’s Wharf Admission not needed
17:00 Return To drop-off point Big Bus Tours Visitors’ Center The last bus departs Big Bus Tours Visitors’ Center at 17:00 (You can hop on and hop off at any Big Bus stops along the route)
Itinerary - Premium Pass 10:00 Departure Meet up Big Bus Tours Visitors’ Center Map You can hop on and hop off at any Big Bus stops along the route
Attractions / Experiences 2 hour(s) 30 min(s) Self-guided You can hop on and hop off at any Big Bus stops along the route
North Beach/Washington Sq. Admission not needed
Embarcadero Center Admission not needed
Ferry Building Admission not needed
Union Square South Admission not needed
Redemption Center/Hilton Hotel Map Admission not needed
Civic Center Admission not needed
Alamo Square Admission not needed
Haight Ashbury Admission not needed
MapGolden Gate Park (Monday-Saturday only) Admission not needed
MapGolden Gate Park (Sundays and public holidays only) Admission not needed
MapNorth Vista Point/Golden Gate Bridge Admission not needed
Palace of Fine Arts Admission not needed
Marina/Cow Hollow Admission not needed
Lombard Street Admission not needed Pier 35/Cruise Terminal Admission not needed
Pier 39 Fisherman’s Wharf Admission not needed
18:30 Attractions / Experiences 1 hour(s) Self-guided The night tour is not a hop-on hop-off tour
Big Bus Tours San Francisco Admission not needed
19:30 Return To drop-off point Big Bus Tours Visitors’ Center Map The last hop-on-hop-off bus departs Big Bus Tours Visitors’ Center at 17:00
You can hop on and hop off at any Big Bus stops along the route The night tour is not a hop-on hop-off tour
Itinerary - Delux Pass 10:00 Departure Meet up Big Bus Tours Visitors’ Center Map You can hop on and hop off at any Big Bus stops along the route
Attractions / Experiences 2 hour(s) 30 min(s) Self-guided You can hop on and hop off at any Big Bus stops along the route
North Beach/Washington Admission not needed
Embarcadero Center Admission not needed
Ferry Building Admission not needed
Union Square South Admission not needed
Redemption Center/Hilton Hotel Admission not needed
Civic Center Admission not needed
Alamo Square Map Admission not needed
Haight Ashbury Map Admission not needed
MapGolden Gate Park (Monday-Saturday only) Admission not needed
MapGolden Gate Park (Sundays and public holidays only) Admission not needed
MapNorth Vista Point/Golden Gate Bridge Admission not needed
Palace of Fine Arts Admission not needed
Marina/Cow Hollow Admission not needed
Lombard Street Admission not needed
Pier 35/Cruise Terminal Admission not needed
Pier 39 Fisherman’s Wharf Admission not needed
18:30 Attractions / Experiences 1 hour(s) Self-guided The night tour is not a hop-on hop-off tour
Big Bus Tours San Francisco Admission not needed
19:30 Return To drop-off point Big Bus Tours Visitors’ Center The last hop-on-hop-off bus departs Big Bus Tours Visitors’ Center at 17:00
You can hop on and hop off at any Big Bus stops along the route The night tour is not a hop-on hop-off tour
Itinerary - Panoramic Night Tour Ticket
18:30 Departure Meet up Big Bus Tours Visitors’ Center Map Please arrive at the location 30 mins before the departure time
18:30 Attractions / Experiences 1 hour(s) Self-guided The night tour is not a hop-on hop-off tour
Big Bus Tours San Francisco Admission not needed
19:30 Return To drop-off point Big Bus Tours Visitors’ Center Map The last hop-on-hop-off bus departs Big Bus Tours Visitors’ Center at 17:00 You can hop on and hop off at any Big Bus stops along the route The night tour is not a hop-on hop-off tour
We hope you had a blast! See you for the next one.
- The schedule might change depending on traffic and weather conditions
Bus / Cruise Routes
- Night tour (blue route)
- Operating hours:
- Monday-Sunday:
- 18:30-19:30
- Starting point: Big Bus Tours Visitors' Center
- Tour stops and highlights: Fisherman’s Wharf, Nob Hill, Treasure Island, and Embarcadero
- Please arrive at the night tour starting point 20-30 minutes before departure, as the tour operates on a first-come-first-served basis (seats are subject to availability)
- The night tour is closed on 4th July, Christmas Eve, Thanksgiving, and New Year's Eve
Good to know
- Learn more about this activity’s Enhanced Health & Hygiene Measures