San Francisco: Best City Highlights Tour Open Air Van Small Group

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About this activity

This fun, family friendly open air 90 Min Tour is the best and easiest way to experience San Francisco’s top highlights.

Departing from Fisherman's Wharf, you’ll ride down world-famous Lombard Street, descend ultra-steep Filbert Street, and enjoy an iconic Golden Gate Bridge photo stop. Travel through Little Italy and Chinatown, pass filming spots from Mrs. Doubtfire, Bullitt, The Rock, and Dirty Harry, and catch views of the iconic Cable Cars climbing our steepest hills.

You’ll also explore Fisherman’s Wharf, Ghirardelli Square, the Marina, Fort Mason, the Presidio, and more—plus four scenic photo stops at the Palace of Fine Arts, Golden Gate Bridge, Coit Tower, and Pacific Heights. Perfect for guests short on time but big on adventure.

Would you like to visit Alcatraz? Upgrade to our 90 Min Tour with Alcatraz option!

Do you prefer a Private Tour, select 1 passenger and book a private vehicle for up to 7 passengers!

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At a glance

Duration: 1 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 18 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Dylan's Tours

Ages: Infants (0–3 years) · Children (4–12 years) · Adults (13–104 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Educated driver/guide who will share all the fun facts and history about San Francisco
Included: Drive down Lombard Street, The "Most Crooked Street in the World"
Included: Blankets provided to keep you warm on those chilly San Francisco days
Included: 3 Options- a 90 Min Tour, or a 90 Min Tour + Alcatraz, or a Private 2 HR tour for up to 7 passengers
Included: A unique tour in our Open Air Van to get the full views and experience of San Francisco
Included: Opportunity to bring your own drinks and food (Alcohol is allowed responsibly)
Included: A photo stop at Coit Tower vista point on Telegraph Hill with amazing views of San Francisco
Included: Photo Stop at the iconic Golden Gate Bridge with epic views of the Bay

Not included

Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Lombard Street

Passing by

Known as "The Crooked Street," Lombard Street's eight tight hairpin turns are surrounded by beautiful homes and vibrant flowers, making it one of San Francisco’s most photographed landmarks.
North Beach

Passing by

Discover the charm of North Beach, a lively neighborhood with a rich Italian-American history, famous for its nightlife, cafes, and literary landmarks.
Fisherman's Wharf

Passing by

San Francisco’s classic waterfront—Dungeness crab stands, sourdough bakeries, and sea lions at Pier 39, plus historic ships, street performers, and quirky museums like Musée Mécanique. Bustling vibes and big Bay views toward Alcatraz and the Golden Gate—iconic SF, start to finish
Ghirardelli Square

Passing by

A historic chocolate factory turned brick-and-string-light plaza by the Bay. Grab a classic hot-fudge sundae, browse local shops and tasting rooms, and enjoy waterfront views of Alcatraz and Aquatic Park—sweet, scenic, and quintessentially San Francisco.
Fort Mason

Passing by

A former Army port turned waterfront arts-and-park campus. Historic piers and brick warehouses now host galleries, theaters, and tasty pop-ups, while the Great Meadow slopes to the Bay with postcard views of the Golden Gate and Alcatraz. Lively, local, and perfectly San Francisco.
Palace of Fine Arts Theatre

10 min

A dreamy lakeside rotunda and sweeping colonnades, born from the 1915 Panama-Pacific Exposition. Swans on the lagoon, towering palms, and classical arches create a timeless, romantic scene—one of San Francisco’s most beloved bits of old-world grandeur
Presidio of San Francisco

Passing by

A former U.S. Army post turned 1,500-acre national park where wild coastline meets the city. Think cypress forests, coastal bluffs, and sweeping Golden Gate Bridge views, plus historic brick barracks, parade grounds, and bayfront Crissy Field. It’s SF’s backyard—rich history, big scenery, and that salty-air, park-meets-ocean vibe.
Golden Gate Bridge

15 min

San Francisco’s signature silhouette—International Orange towers, soaring cables, and sweeping views where the Pacific meets the Bay. Expect bite-size stories of bold 1930s engineering, fog lore, and why this Art Deco icon still steals the show—no matter the weather.
Pacific Heights

10 min

San Francisco’s hilltop showpiece, grand Victorians and Beaux-Arts mansions on “Billionaire’s Row,” leafy streets, and chic Fillmore boutiques and cafés. Known for sweeping views of the Golden Gate, Alcatraz, and the Bay, it blends old-world glamour with modern city life—an elegant, unmistakably San Francisco neighborhood.
Marina District

Passing by

Breezy waterfront vibes, joggers on the Marina Green, and sailboats in the harbor—plus chic cafés and boutiques along Chestnut & Union. Mediterranean-style homes and Art Deco touches frame views of the Golden Gate and the Palace of Fine Arts. Born from the 1915 world’s fair, it now hums with upbeat, beach-town energy
Chinatown

Passing by

Explore the vibrant streets of San Francisco’s Chinatown, one the oldest and one of the largest in the U.S., known for its colorful architecture, bustling shops, and rich cultural heritage.
Russian Hill

Passing by

Experience breathtaking views and historic charm in Russian Hill, an iconic neighborhood filled with steep streets, lush greenery, and hidden stairways.
Little Italy

Passing by

Immerse yourself in San Francisco’s Little Italy, a neighborhood bursting with authentic Italian culture, charming cafes, and some of the city’s best restaurants and bakeries.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

You will be meeting at the famous Fisherman's Wharf Sign at 2820 Taylor St, San Francisco, CA 94133

We ask that you arrive 15 minutes before your departure time to check in.

End point

You will be meeting at the famous Fisherman's Wharf Sign at 2820 Taylor St, San Francisco, CA 94133

We ask that you arrive 15 minutes before your departure time to check in.

Using your ticket

Check in at the famous Fisherman's Wharf Sign @ 2820 Taylor St, San Francisco, CA 94133

Check in 15 min prior to your departure

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
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
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Options

90 Minute City Highlight Tour

Does NOT INCLUDE Alcatraz: This is specifically for our 90 Min Tour option of SF!

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Private 2 Hour Tour

Enjoy a Private Van Tour : For up to 7 passengers

This option Does Not Include Alcatraz
90 Min Tour + Alcatraz

With Official Alcatraz Ticket: This option includes the Official Alcatraz Island & Cellhouse audio tour

Duration: 5 hours