Bus & Boat Adventure
Overview
Available languages
Mobile ticket
Unlimited Hop on Hop off usage for 2 days
16 stops on the Official City tour
See all major sites in San Francisco
1-hour cruise of the Bay area and around Alcatraz island
Explore the city at your leisure
Major highlights: Golden Gate bridge, Golden Gate Park, Alcatraz island, Downtown, Fisherman's wharf and much more.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Ticket can be used on the same day or two consecutive days
The bus and boat tours are first come first serve
What To Expect
Duration:2 hours
Operating Schedule:Daily (except Christmas Day, Thanksgiving, New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day) 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, buses run every 30-60 minutes
Duration:1 hour
Operating Schedule:recurring departures between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM
(exact location provided upon voucher redemption)
Options
Bus & Boat Adventure
What‘s Included
English speaking live guide or audio commentary in various languages
2 Day Hop-On Hop-Off Official City Tour
1 hour San Francisco Bay Cruise
Gratuities
Food and drinks (available to purchase)
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
32 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fun but very unorganized
Ada C,Apr 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
3.00The overall experience is fun but very unorganized. It was very hard to get information about the actual trip, where the bus stops are, how often the buses come, The current bus status, where the port is for the boat, what times the boats take off etc. If you've got this, you should go to the Jefferson office to pick up your ticket rather than getting on the bus at a different stop because that's the only location you can get boat information
Meh - I would not do it again.
Jradenheimer,Feb 26, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00We have taken the Bus Tours in other cities and have been happy with tour, San Francisico was a bit less impressive. We booked a boat tour and had to get clarification of the time and location, that ended up being nice. It was about an hour with a trip under the Golden Gate and around Alcratraz. It was narrated, however we were up top and it was drowned out by the the boat engines. The bus - you have to use headphones or you will not know what is going on, the stops are not neccessarly marked. You will need to refer to pictures on your app. Most stops are no where close to the attraction, you will need to walk. The bus drivers are hit or miss, if I would had our 1st driver I would have waited for the next bus. Our second driver was wonderful. Review the tour and see what is important to you, the Golden Gate Bridge was the best stop for me.
Don't miss the Chinatown walking tour!
Mary S,Aug 22, 2023
- Review from Viator
4.00Oscar was very nice to work with. Even though I'm sure he answers the same questions over and over every day, you couldn't tell by his attitude or tone. He was friendly engaging, and very knowledgeable. He made sure we grabbed headphones which was not easily apparent. HOP ON/HOP OFF BUS PROS: The audio tour was very good and informational. The bus route includes 45 MPH roads that were pretty chilly in addition to crossing the Golden Gate Bridge, so bring layers. CONS: Due to short operating hours (10a - 5p), We really didn't get to take full advantage of the hot off/ hop off feature. Instead, it was a nice 2 1/2 hour tour. BOAT PROS: Plenty of seating, snack bar and amazing views. CONS: No address given until check-in at 99 Jefferson where you could then book your cruise time. Other passengers standing at railing in front of bench seats blocking everyone else's view. The audio commentary was too quiet to hear. For the price, I think there are better options. GUIDED WALKING TOUR of Chinatown was fantastic! NO CONS. HUGE thank you to Joseph for giving an amazing tour.
Agents don't tell you or advice you this:
Lahib A,Jul 25, 2023
- Review from Viator
1.00Agents on site not knowledgeable about bus/Boat times and not helpful at all. If you purchase both do the Boat first then the Tour. If you speak English make sure to pick channel #2 to here the tour. Also ask for the earbuds, they are free, but the agents there don't offer you or tell you about them. Try to take all day parking for your car $25 or just come by Uber. Make sure to bring a jacket and hat as it will be freezing cold especially on the Bridge even in summer. This is the only tour company available so don't waste time looking :-(
Perfect combination!
Sharon d,Jul 9, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a wonderful time. Hop on hop off allowed us to see what we wanted. The cruise was also fabulous!
very bad experience.
Wisely M,Dec 15, 2022
- Review from Viator
1.00just riding the bus. no place to tour. we are amazing for your advertising. we give money , but no place to visit. just riding for bus. really disappointment.
Amazing time!
Nicole F,Nov 21, 2022
- Review from Viator
5.00Tour was great. Everything was on time. I loved the fact that you could Siena as much time on the island as preferred. The walking tour was great!! A must see
Tickets didn’t work and horrible customer service no one to call for help!!
Tanya S,Jun 26, 2022
- Review from Viator
1.00Parking is impossible to get on the bus! The garage cost $60 and when I arrived I was told the tickets I received are from a company that doesn’t exist and they wouldn’t scan. No one would help me or refund me. I called the company and the number is disconnected. I’ve sent emails and they take 7 days for a respond so I still don’t even know if this is a real company anymore.
Excellent way to see the sites!
baywolf51,May 10, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The boat ride was the best way to see the city and the Golden Gate Bridge. Bus ride was informative and entertaining! Great driver.
City Tour
Lisa C,May 1, 2022
- Review from Viator
5.00We enjoyed the whole trip and the audio commentary as we never would've known about those facts otherwise.
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